Health Care Assistant

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bangor; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales is seeking dedicated Band 3 Healthcare Support Workers for a fixed-term/secondment 6-month post in the Acute Medical Unit (AMU). Welsh language skills are desirable and applications from Welsh and English speakers are welcome.

Opportunities for developing acute care experience and potential permanent positions may arise. The role offers a dynamic team environment with a focus on patient care, learning, and career development within

Qualifications

• Level 3 in health and social care or equivalent experience.
• Experience of ward work.
• Desirable: Completion of all Wales induction framework.
• Experience of acute medical ward work.
• Ability to speak Welsh.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients in an acute setting.
• Support the AMU team in delivering safe, high-quality care.
• Help develop extended competencies and career progression within emergency/acute services.

Skills

Level 3 HSC

Ward work

Job description

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 6 MONTHS DUE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE.

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. The Acute Medical Unit (AMU) is seeking dedicated Band 3 Healthcare Support Workers to join our dynamic and supportive team on a temporary 6-month basis. These posts offer an excellent opportunity to gain valuable acute care experience, with a strong possibility that permanent positions may become available in the future.

Job Overview

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 6 MONTHS DUE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE.

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. The Acute Medical Unit (AMU) is seeking dedicated Band 3 Healthcare Support Workers to join our dynamic and supportive team on a temporary 6-month basis. These posts offer an excellent opportunity to gain valuable acute care experience, with a strong possibility that permanent positions may become available in the future. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

Are you a motivated, compassionate, and enthusiastic Healthcare Support Worker looking for an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced acute setting?

The Acute Medical Unit (AMU) is seeking dedicated Band 3 Healthcare Support Workers to join our dynamic and supportive team on a temporary 6-month basis. These posts offer an excellent opportunity to gain valuable acute care experience, with a strong possibility that permanent positions may become available in the future.

The Acute Medical Unit prides itself on fostering a culture of teamwork, learning, and continuous improvement. Successful candidates will receive support to enhance their skills, develop extended competencies, and build a rewarding career within emergency and acute care services.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you can make a real difference to patients and their families while developing your career, we would love to hear from you.

Join our team and be part of delivering exceptional care when patients need it most.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the 'Disability Confident Employer' scheme.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Level 3 in health and social care or equivalent experience

Desirable criteria

• Completion of all wales induction framework

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of ward work

Desirable criteria

• Experience of acute medical ward work
• Ability to speak Welsh