Job Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our dedicated Critical Care workforce at Wrexham Maelor Hospital, as a Band 2 Health Care Support Worker.
Main Duties
We are looking for proactive, enthusiastic and caring individuals who will enjoy working in demanding and rapidly changing environments, supporting all levels of nursing, medical and allied health staff. Care is provided for both elective surgical patients and emergency admissions from all specialities.
In return for dedication and hard work, we offer well-established, structured teaching and development programmes for all staff.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for Our Organisation
BCUHB North Wales is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services. Join our team to benefit from engaged leadership, support, equality and diversity commitments, and the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. Please check your email account regularly – successful applicants will receive recruitment‑related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential Criteria
* Level 2 in care or ability to undertake a period of induction and on‑the‑job training to include theoretical knowledge of care and a range of work‑related procedures with completion of a competency‑based workbook to Level 2 vocational qualification.
* Ability to understand and comply with mandatory induction standards and the Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers in Wales.
Desirable Criteria
* Level 2 vocational qualification in a relevant health care related subject.
Experience
Essential Criteria
* Experience of working as part of a team.
Desirable Criteria
* Previous experience working with people in a caring capacity.
Skills And Attributes
Essential Criteria
* Good communication skills – verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.
* Ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
* Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach.
* Organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise own workload efficiently.
* Ability to use technology to undertake the role (e.g., Microsoft Office, email, Teams).
* Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility and performing other manual tasks.
Desirable Criteria
* Welsh language skills are desirable (levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing).
Other
Essential Criteria
* Enhanced DBS clearance including Adults and Children’s barred list check.
* Ability to work a range of shift patterns.
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