Healthcare Assistant

NHS; Wales; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales is seeking a Health Care Support Worker for Gladstone Ward, Deeside Community Hospital. The role is part-time (24 hours per week) on a fixed-term contract up to 10 months due to maternity cover.

You will be part of a team delivering quality holistic care under nurse supervision. Applicants should have QCF Level 2 or equivalent and be able to work flexibly.

Qualifications

• Completion of QCF Level 2 or equivalent within 6 months.
• Understanding of the role and function of health services.
• Experience working with members of the public.
• Understanding of clinical governance.
• Maintain clear records with good communication.
• Knowledge of risk management and health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses or practitioners to deliver care as per plan.
• Carry out duties under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Support patients in maintaining health and wellbeing.
• Undertake delegated clinical activities.
• May require Welsh language ability as applicable.

Skills

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Health and safety

Education

QCF Level 2

Healthcare knowledge

Job description

Main area Care of the Elderly Grade Band 2 Contract Fixed term: 10 months (until 19/06/2027 due to maternity cover.) Hours Part time - 24 hours per week Job ref 050-ACS717-0826-B

Employer Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Deeside Community Hospital Town Deeside Salary £26,300 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 25/10/2026 23:59

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.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

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. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

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.

Job overview

This post is fixed term/secondment until 19/06/2027 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.

A part time vacancy has become available for a Health Care Support Worker on Gladstone Ward in Deeside Community Hospital.

Our aim is to provide quality, planned care for the patients. The successful candidate will work as part of a team of nurses responsible for providing, maintaining and coordinating a high standard of planned holistic care and nursing treatments, under the indirect supervision of the nurse in charge of the Ward.

Main duties of the job

To assist registered nurses/practitioners to deliver based care to patients/clients, working in partnership with other health care professionals, the patient their family and carers.

Deliver patient care as documented in the nursing care plan. Carry out a wide range of duties under the supervision of a registered nurse for the period of the shift.

Supporting clients/service users in maintaining their health and wellbeing.

Undertaking specified and delegated clinical and therapeutic activities.

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.

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

• Good general education - Evidence of completion of QCF at Level 2/to obtain or equivalent within 6 months whilst in post
• Have an understanding of role and function of Health Services.

Experience

• Previous / current role to demonstrate working with members of the public
• Clear understanding of clinical governance framework

Skills

• Ability to maintain clear accurate records and effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of risk management and health and safety issues.

Other

• Team player and the ability to work flexibly when required to meet the needs of the service.
• Ability to speak Welsh

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.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.