Healthcare Support Worker

Transformation Unit; Newport; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS benefits package

Job summary

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board in Newport is seeking a Health Care Assistant/Phlebotomist to join the Community Nursing Team. The role supports district nursing, works with GPs and the multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care in patients' homes, residential care, or clinics.

This permanent, part-time post is 30 hours per week, with a core shift 09:00–17:00, weekend and bank holiday work required. Welsh language skills are desirable.

Qualifications

• Evidence of equivalent experience and 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 work-based training/short courses

Responsibilities

• Join our community nursing team as a Health Care Assistant/Phlebotomist to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to adults in their homes, residential care or clinic settings.
• Work with GPs and the multidisciplinary team to support the District Nursing Service and develop skills in wound care, phlebotomy and holistic care.
• Provide flexible, weekend and bank holiday cover as required, contributing to a 24/7 service and promoting self-management for patients.

Job description

Main area Community Nursing Services - Community Nursing Team Grade Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours 30 hours per week (Part time 30 hours per week) Job ref 040-ACS258-1126

Employer Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Employer type NHS Site North East DN Team Town Newport Salary £26,813 - £27,890 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 16/11/2026 23:59

Band 3

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Job overview

An exciting opportunity for a health care support worker has become available in the Central East DN Team, Newport to be part of an innovative, dynamic team.

To be eligible for this role please see the person specification for more details. You should provide evidence of equivalent experience and 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 work-based training/short courses

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Health Care Assistant/Phlebotomist to join our community nursing team. The District Nursing Service works closely with GP'S and other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide an excellent standard of person centred nursing care to adult patients in their own homes, residential care or clinic settings, supporting them to self manage where possible. You will be a flexible team player but confident at working alone in the community setting, visiting a wide range of housebound patients.

Previous experience of health or social caring for patients in the community would be advantageous.

We will support you to transfer your existing knowledge and develop new clinical skills to become a Community Health Care Assistant. As a Health Care Assistant you will work developing skills in simple wound care, pressure ulcer care, phlebotomy, and supporting the registered nurses in the deliveryofall aspects of holisticcare.

The District Nursing Service is commissioned to provide a 24/7 service. The core shift is 09.00 -17.00 hours over seven days. Applicants will be required to work weekends, and bank holidays.

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

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Person specification

Skills

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

Experience

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
• A commitment to undertaking continuing personal development and training
• Able to plan and manage own workload
• Understand and respect the principles of confidentiality
• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Qualifications

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

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.