Bank Wales Nursing Support Worker

NHS; Wales; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

Powys Teaching Health Board is recruiting for a Bank Health Care Support Worker. This role covers evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays on an ad-hoc basis, with flexible hours and pro rata pay. It is a bank position inviting enthusiastic applicants to join a rural Welsh health system.

We welcome Welsh speakers, with training provided to support skill development. The board serves Powys across hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, offering varied career

Qualifications

• Level 3 health care qualification or equivalent work-based competency.
• Knowledge of healthcare policies, safeguarding and GDPR guidelines.
• ECDL/computer skills or equivalent digital literacy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal and clinical care under supervision within Welsh HEIW guidelines.
• Maintain patient condition updates for the supervising clinician.
• Keep the working environment safe and hygienic with infection control policies.
• Contribute to teaching and supervision of students and junior staff.
• Support Health Board values and conduct for healthcare assistants.

Skills

Good communication

Work with minimum supervision

Calm under pressure

Caring and compassionate

Organisational skills

Tech proficiency

Education

Level 3 health care subject

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

TEAMS

Job description

Main area Health Care Grade Band 3 Contract 0 days (Bank- Adhoc when required to include evenings, nights and weekends) Hours

• Flexible working
• Other

0 hours per week (Early or late. Including evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays.) Job ref 070-BWNS-1026

Employer Powys Teaching Health Board Employer type NHS Site Pan Powys Town Pan Powys Salary £26,813 - £27,890 Per Annum, Pro Rata. Salary period Yearly Closing 22/10/2026 23:59

Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.

Job overview

SPONSORSHIP/VISA

Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office’s criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship or if they do not hold the correct level of Visa therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed.

Please note this vacancy may close early subject to the number of applications received. Please ensure you complete your application at your earliest convenience

This is a Bank position only

We are looking for enthusiastic people to join our bank staff

Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. As a rural Health Board we have around 133,000 people living across an area that is a quarter of the land mass of Wales. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care, not to mention a wide range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference. If working for Powys Teaching Health Board is something that is of interest, we may have an opportunity just for you.

Main duties of the job

Essential - Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject OR
Equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge, and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses

• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients with support and supervision provided by a registered health care professional.
• Undertakes personal care activities and clinical care duties with minimal support and supervision as delegated by a registered healthcare professional in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation.
• Ensures the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients/client’s condition and progress.
• Ensures the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes.
• Contributes to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff.
• Delivers role in accordance with Health Board Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW’s in Wales.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ . There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.

Person specification

Qualifications and knowledge

• • Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject OR Equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge, and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses
• • Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
• • Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a healthcare setting e.g. the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentiality e.g. General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
• ECDL or equivalent level of computer skills To be aware of the needs of the patients and their relatives/carers and have knowledge of voluntary and statutory services

Experience

• • Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment, providing direct patient care
• • Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
• • Experience of working within the NHS

Skills and Attributes

• • Good communication skills – verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively
• • Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
• • Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
• • Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach
• • Organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently
• • Ability to use technology to undertake the role e.g. Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such as TEAMS
• • Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility, and performing other manual tasks
• • Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn

Values/Other

• • Ability to work a range of shift patterns
• Ability to Travel

Other

• Flexible approach to the needs of the service

As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices.

We’ll value your contribution whether you’re looking for your first job, an apprenticeship, re-entering the workforce or looking for a career change. Powys Teaching Health Board warmly welcomes all.

You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly.

Interested in working with us, but haven’t found the right job opportunity yet, or you require some guidance with your application, please contact our Resourcing Team on 01874 712580 or e-mail [e-mail] . We’ll be happy to have an informal chat with you.

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