Health Care Support Worker

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is seeking a motivated Health Care Support Worker to join our Cardiology & General Medical Ward. You will work alongside registered nurses to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care, supporting daily needs and ensuring patient dignity and safety on a busy ward.

The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and respect for our organisational values.

Qualifications

• Previous HCSW experience as per attached job description/person specification
• Welsh language ability desirable

Responsibilities

• Assist the registered nurse/practitioner to deliver holistic patient care while maintaining dignity and safety.
• Support with daily care needs and patient flow on a Cardiology/General Medical Ward.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and contribute to a welcoming, team-based environment.

Skills

Welsh language (desirable)

Patient care

Job description

Job Overview

We have exciting opportunities for a motivated HCSW to join our team.

Our Cardiology & General Medical Ward, closely connected to the North Wales Cardiothoracic Centre, is a busy and supportive environment where teamwork is essential and every member of the team is committed to delivering a high standard of compassionate, patient‑centred care. We are seeking a Health Care Support Worker who can provide safe, respectful and attentive support to patients, assist with daily care needs, communicate clearly with colleagues, and contribute positively to the smooth running of the ward. Working alongside registered nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will help maintain patient comfort, dignity and safety while supporting effective patient flow. We expect all of our colleagues to uphold Betsi Cadwaladr values which are Compassion, openness and respect. If you are caring, motivated and keen to be part of a team that strives for excellence through strong teamwork, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

Assist the registered nurse/practitioner to deliver a high standard of holistic patient care, ensuring that the patients` dignity and equality is maintained at all times. We specialise Cardiology working closely alongside other cardiology departments to provide emergency care for patients for all of North Wales. Teamwork is our priority, priding ourselves on providing evidence based, holistic and individualised care for our patients and their families. Our staff are encouraged to continue to develop and progress to their full potential. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable criteria

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Previous HCSW experience

Desirable criteria

• Acute experience

Essential Criteria

Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable criteria

Meets all desirabl…