Assistant Practitioner

NHS; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wales is seeking a Healthcare Support Worker for Merlin Ward, specializing in ENT surgeries. The position demands a Level 4 healthcare qualification and offers a supportive environment for ongoing professional development. Candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality, personalized patient care under the supervision of registered nurses while developing their skills within a flexible training framework. Bilingual skills in Welsh are desirable.

Benefits

Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Level 4 Certificate in Healthcare or previous NMC registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Evidence of ongoing personal development relevant to healthcare.
• Understanding of HCSW Code of Conduct and All Wales Delegation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of person-centred, safe, and efficient care.
• Communicate effectively and contribute to team philosophy.
• Work with line manager to develop role within the Knowledge & Skills Framework.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Skills

Education

Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant healthcare subject

GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent

Teaching or assessment qualification

Job description

The post requires a Level 4 Certificate in Healthcare OR previous NMC registration as a Registered Nurse.

*The post-holder will be responsible for delivering high standards of person-centred, safe, individualised, efficient, and cost-effective care under the delegated authority of a registered nurse. Delegation involves transferring authority to a competent individual to perform specific tasks within a defined situation (NMC 2019).

*The post-holder will communicate effectively at all times, contribute to the team philosophy, and practice in accordance with Health Board standards and statutory requirements, operating within the role's boundaries and assessed competencies.

*The post-holder will work with the line manager to develop their role within the Knowledge & Skills Framework (KSF) post outline and agreed skills and competencies.

*The post-holder must identify areas for further training with the support of the line manager and attend in-service training to maintain competency and professional development.

Main duties of the job

Merlin Ward is a busy surgical ward specialising in ENT, managing complex conditions and providing safe, high-quality evidence-based care.

We offer the successful candidate:

* A learning environment for ongoing professional development in a friendly, supportive team.

* A structured competency framework, training, and development of clinical skills.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; applications from English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome.

Interviews will be held on 6/06/2025.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board provides NHS healthcare services across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties, employing approximately 11,000 staff. Our services include primary, community, hospital, mental health, and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across Wales, in partnership with local authorities and various sectors.

Job responsibilities

A full job description and person specification are attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board encourages bilingualism to enhance patient and service user experiences and welcomes applications from Welsh speakers. If you do not meet the Welsh language requirements, training options are available to help you develop these skills during employment.

We also offer access to Wagestream, a financial wellbeing benefit allowing staff to track wages in real time, stream up to 50% of earned wages, and access money management tips.

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Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant healthcare subject / Higher Education Certificate in Healthcare Support Worker
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 qualifications
• Evidence of ongoing personal development relevant to healthcare
• Understanding of the HCSW Code of Conduct, All Wales Delegation guidelines, and Wales Band 4 Assistant Practitioner Governance Framework
• Relevant clinical knowledge
• Understanding of procedures and treatment plans
• Knowledge of legislation related to Safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act, and Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards
• Knowledge of local statutory and voluntary services
• Teaching or assessment qualification

Experience

• Recent clinical care experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to manage challenging situations
• Experience in clinical skills such as catheter care, vital signs monitoring, risk assessments, blood glucose monitoring, wound care support, and palliative care
• Experience in medication administration via various routes
• Skills in non-complex wound care
• Welsh speaker Level 1

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Salary: £26,928 to £29,551 per annum, pro-rata