Assistant Practitioner

Hywel Dda University Health Board; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board is recruiting a Nursing Assistant (Band 4) for Ward 9, Stroke and Rehabilitation at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli. You will work closely with Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and independence.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centred care and participation in rehabilitation programmes under supervision. Welsh language ability is desirable, with Welsh and English speakers welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Level 4 vocational qualification in a health care subject or Certificate in Health Care Support Worker Education.
• Welsh language desirable; English and/or Welsh speakers welcome to apply.
• Interviews scheduled for 05/10/2026.

Responsibilities

• Support patients as part of the Stroke and Rehabilitation Team under registered nurses.
• Contribute to delegated clinical tasks and deliver person-centred care on Ward 9.

Skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Welsh language (desirable)

Education

Level 4 vocational qualification / Health Care Support

Job description

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team as an Nursing Assistant, working as part of the team on Ward 9, Stroke and Rehabilitation Care in Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli.

We are seeking a motivated, compassionate and experienced Nursing Assistant to join our dedicated Stroke and Rehabilitation Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting patients through their recovery journey, helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life following stroke and other rehabilitation needs.

As a Band 4 Nursing Assistant, you will work closely with Registered Nurses, Allied Health Professionals and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. You will support complex rehabilitation programmes, undertake delegated clinical tasks and act as a role model for junior support staff.

If appointed, you can look forward to working in a professional environment with a team that is passionate about delivering excellent care to our patients.

Main duties of the job

Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant health care associated subject or Certificate in Health Care Support Worker Education is required for this post.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Interviews will be held on 05/10/2026.

Working for our organisation

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Hywel Dda University Health Board operates a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.