Health Care Support Worker - Bryn Hesketh Ward INTERNAL

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

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) invites applications for a Health Care Support Worker on Bryn Hesketh Ward, a dementia assessment ward with CMHT links. This fixed-term/secondment post runs until 13 February 2027 and requires current staff transfer with manager approval.

The role supports nursing staff, delivers patient care, and promotes dignity and safety. Welsh language skills are desirable and applications in Welsh are welcome.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or working towards within 18 months with dementia care experience
• Previous experience in health care or mental health care setting
• Understanding of risk management and health & safety
• Understanding of patient confidentiality
• Ability to work within a team and show warmth in care
• Fitness to use de-escalation and safe handling per policy

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based high-quality clinical care focusing on the direct needs of the patient
• Assist registered nurses/practitioners in the provision of delegated care
• Work independently and as part of the team, supervising patients and assisting with future care plans

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Risk awareness

Confidentiality

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or working towards)

Job description

Job Overview

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT UNTIL 13/02/2027 DUE TO MATERNITY COVER

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.

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Health Care Support Worker to join Bryn Hesketh Ward. It is a dementia assessment ward and has links to the CMHT.

For further details please contact the Recruiting Manager. Informal visits are welcomed.

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

Please note: This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of the nursing team delivering evidence based high quality clinical care that focuses on the direct need of the patient.

The post holder will assist registered nurses/practitioner in the provision of delegated care of patients. The post holder will endeavour to provide for the holistic needs of the individual, in conjunction with other disciplines within the health care environment.

The post holder will undertake a broad range of duties and will be expected to work independently and as part of the team, supervising patients and assisting them with future care plan.

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’ competency 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.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

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 And/or Knowledge

Essential criteria

• NVQ Level 3 Or working towards level 3 to be achieved within 18 months of appointment and with relevant experience in working with people with Dementia

Experience

Essential criteria

• Previous experience within the health care sector or specifically in a Mental Health care setting

Aptitude And Abilities

Essential criteria

• Understanding of risk management and health & Safety issues


• Understanding of patient confidentiality

Values

Essential Criteria

• Ability to work within a team Demonstrate the ability to care with warmth and understanding


• Be a team player

Other

Essential criteria

• Fitness and willingness to use de-escalation and where required safe handling, breakaway techniques (as appropriate) subject to relevant training according to BCUHB Policy.

Desirable criteria

• Welsh Speaking