Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £23,970 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time
Certificate of Sponsorship: Available
Job Overview
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is seeking a Healthcare Support Worker to join our dedicated team. This position plays a crucial role in providing essential support to clinical staff and ensuring that patients receive high-quality, compassionate care. If you’re passionate about making a difference in patient care and have the right skills, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
As a Healthcare Support Worker, you will undertake a range of essential tasks to support the clinical team and ensure that patients’ needs are met effectively. Below are the main duties associated with this role:
1. Patient Care Assistance
- Support patients to achieve physical, spiritual, and psychological comfort.
- Assist with the delivery of patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
- Report any changes in a patient’s condition promptly to the nurse in charge.
2. Clinical and Administrative Duties
- Exchange factual information with patients using empathy, persuasion, and tact.
- Assist with patients’ nutritional needs, including feeding assistance.
- Record and maintain accurate patient documentation, including observations like fluid balance, blood glucose levels, and stool charts.
3. Team Collaboration
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Participate actively in ward meetings and contribute to the smooth operation of the department.
- Ensure all accidents, incidents, and complaints are reported and assist in investigations.
4. Environment and Equipment Maintenance
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Ensure stock levels are monitored and maintain the cleanliness of medical equipment.
- Assist with basic clinical tasks, such as performing blood glucose monitoring (BM).
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for individuals who are not only passionate about patient care but are also dedicated to continuous learning and professional development. The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications and skills:
Qualifications
- Essential:
- Meets all essential criteria as outlined in the job description and person specification.
- Desirable:
- Relevant healthcare qualifications or experience in a similar healthcare role.
Experience
- Essential:
- Experience in a healthcare setting, ideally within a hospital or clinical environment.
- Desirable:
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
Skills
- Essential:
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work well within a team and maintain positive relationships with patients and colleagues.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to complete documentation accurately.
- Desirable:
- Ability to speak Welsh is an advantage, but not essential.
Benefits of the Role
Joining the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board offers more than just a job. You’ll become part of an award-winning healthcare organization that values its employees and provides ample opportunities for career growth and development.
- Competitive Salary: £23,970 per annum (pro rata).
- Training & Development: Access to paid mandatory training, in-house programs, and opportunities to pursue recognized qualifications.
- Career Progression: Clear professional development pathways, including management programs for those wishing to progress.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options to promote a healthy work-life balance.
- Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to occupational health services and an upcoming Wellbeing Centre of Excellence.
- Work Environment: A supportive, patient-focused workplace that values innovation and high-quality care.
About Us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organization, providing exceptional healthcare across a range of services. With a workforce of over 16,000 employees, we serve a population of 650,000 people and offer integrated acute, primary, and community care. Our clinical futures strategy emphasizes care closer to home, delivering high-quality hospital care when necessary.
By joining us, you will contribute to pioneering new ways of working and help deliver world-class healthcare services for the future. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking for your next opportunity, we offer a fantastic workplace for growth and development.
How to Apply
To apply for the Healthcare Support Worker role, please submit your application through our official website. Ensure that your application highlights your relevant qualifications, experience, and motivation for applying. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Apply Here
Employer Name: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Location: The Grange University Hospital, Caerleon Rd, Llanfrechfa, Cwmbran, NP44 8YN
Employer Website: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Additional Information
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: This role requires a DBS check as part of the recruitment process.
- Certificate of Sponsorship: Available for eligible candidates.
Join Aneurin Bevan University Health Board today and become part of a dynamic, patient-focused team dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare. We look forward to receiving your application!