Job Summary
The post holder will work as an integral part of the clinical nursing team to support the ward areas. The post holder will be responsible for supporting clinical and non-clinical practices within the ward environment. The role will facilitate systems and processes that assist in the fundamental of care delivery to the patient to include stock maintenance, taking and recording of observations and to assist with the basic physical and emotional care of patients and their families as directed and under direct supervision of a qualified nurse
Please be aware that you may be required to cover in Chemotherapy Service, Outpatients or Inpatients.
Main duties of the job
* To assist nursing staff and the multi disciplinary team (MDT) in the assessment process by contributing to developing a picture of patients' needs.
* To work closely with the MDT to carry out prepping duties to ensure that clinic preparation is done in a timely manner to highlight any issues needing to be rectified and to aid in the smooth running of the service
* To help in the co-ordination the work of the junior HCSW's
* To assist in the delivery of care as identified in the patient's care plan. At all times reporting observations on progress or deterioration to the nurse in charge/clinical lead.
* To develop skills and experience at carrying out delegated duties in respect of the physical and psychological needs of the patient not always under the supervision of the Registered nurse in charge.
* To respect the patient/carers and representatives being sensitive at all times to their views and wishes
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About Us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in ourcutting-edgeVelindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Details
Date posted
07 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,313 to £26,999 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
120-ACS156-0825
Job locations
Velindre Cancer Centre
Velindre Road
Cardiff
CF14 2TL
Job Description
Job responsibilities
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Job Description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Experience
Essential
* Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
* Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/ person specification
Skills
Essential
* Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
* Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/ person specification
Person Specification
Essential
* Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
* Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/ person specification
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Velindre Cancer Centre
Address
Velindre Cancer Centre
Velindre Road
Cardiff
CF14 2TL
Employer's website
https://velindre.nhs.wales/velindrecc/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Velindre Cancer Centre
Address
Velindre Cancer Centre
Velindre Road
Cardiff
CF14 2TL
Employer's website
https://velindre.nhs.wales/velindrecc/ (Opens in a new tab)
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