Job summary
An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Band 3 Healthcare Support Worker to hold a dual role within Adult Community Mental Health Teams across Swansea Bay.
The post involves delivering Physical Health Monitoring clinics across Swansea Bay Adult Community Mental Health Teams, ensuring high standards of physical health monitoring in line with NICE and local prescribing guidelines such as ADHD and antipsychotic monitoring.
Main duties include working within a designated team comprising a registered nurse and other healthcare support workers. Responsibilities involve undertaking blood pressure monitoring, measuring height, weight, phlebotomy, and providing health promotion advice. Phlebotomy training will be provided if not already qualified. The role also includes administrative tasks, requiring basic IT skills.
Another aspect of the role supports a Community Mental Health Team in Neath Port Talbot, assisting with care coordination under Part 2 of the Mental Health Measure. This involves delegated tasks and community visits to support individuals in achieving their goals.
The role operates Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, with weekends and bank holidays off. Travel between sites and to patients' homes across five Community Mental Health Teams is essential.
About us
We value our staff and want you to feel confident starting your career here at Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the UK's largest healthcare providers, we offer extensive training and development opportunities within an innovative organization.
Whether you're a nurse, doctor, health scientist, therapist, or support staff, we have a role for you. We also offer apprenticeships, placements, and volunteering opportunities.
We are committed to inclusivity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, religion, race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, maternity leave, marital status, or disability.
Our values—Caring For Each Other, Working Together, and Always Improving—are at the core of our commitment to equality.
If you're seeking excellent career and training prospects while living near some of Europe's most beautiful scenery and a vibrant city, look no further.
Details
* Date posted: 16 May 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 3
* Salary: £24,433 to £26,060 per year
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Reference number: 130-ACS061-0525
* Job locations: Tonna Hospital, Tonna Uchaf, Neath, SA11 3LX
Job description
Full job description and person specification are attached or available via the 'Apply now' link in Trac. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; applications from Welsh and English speakers are equally welcome.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge (Essential)
* QCF Level 3 qualification (formerly NVQ Level 3)
* Commitment to personal development and understanding of the role within the nursing team
* Experience in a specialist care setting and knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales
* Understanding of fundamental care principles and health promotion
* Knowledge of safeguarding adults/children principles
Qualifications and Knowledge (Desirable)
* Participation in relevant courses/study days
* Understanding of care for conditions like dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities
Experience (Essential)
* Significant experience as a Healthcare Assistant in relevant patient groups
Experience (Desirable)
* Relevant specialty experience
Aptitude and Abilities (Essential)
* Caring, compassionate attitude
* Ability to perform procedures like vital signs recording, venepuncture
* Effective escalation of concerns to ensure safety
* Ability to manage unpredictable workload and prioritize tasks
Aptitude and Abilities (Desirable)
* Welsh language skills (levels 1-5)
Additional notes on DBS checks and sponsorship are included, emphasizing compliance with legal requirements and application considerations.
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