Job Summary
Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office's criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed.
This post is Fixed term for 12 months due to the needs of the service.
As a Health Care Support Worker, you will support the delivery of nursing care to clients within a clinical setting and/or home environment, as part of a team and under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Our Priorities Within The Team Focus On:
Caring with humanity, dignity, kindness and compassion
Providing safe, effective, harm-free care
Listening to patients and carers and improving the way we work
Main duties of the job
This is an ideal opportunity for a Health Care Support Worker who is seeking to broaden and utilise their range of skills and knowledge to nurse people in their own environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will participate in the delivery of skilled, autonomous nursing care to patients within their own home.
The Brecon and Sennybridge District Nursing Team are an integral part of the Virtual Ward that aims to prevent unnecessary admissions to hospital and facilitate early discharge home.
This postinvolves lone working and the ability to travel independently is essential.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don't speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don't worry: the health board will support you with training.
About Us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Details
Date posted
10 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,313 to £26,999 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
070-ACS
Job locations
Brecon and Sennybridge District Nursing Team
Ty Henry Vaughan
Brecon
LD3 8AH
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
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
Essential
Experience
Meets all essential criteria
Working within a multidisciplinary and multi-agency setting
Desirable
Meets all desirable criteria
Essential
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
NVQ3 in Health or Social Care or equivalent demonstrable experience in a Health or Social Care setting
Desirable
ECDL or equivalent level of computer skills
To be aware of the needs of the patients and their relatives/carers and have knowledge of voluntary and statutory services
Essential
Aptitudes & Abilities
Meets all essential criteria
Can demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Ability to manage stressful situations in self
Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Can explain the importance of care monitoring, audit and evaluation of fundamentals of care
Desirable
Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
Good time management and ability to prioritise
Ability to work alone under the supervision of Clinical Lead
Able to undertake extended tasks as required by the Clinical Lead
Values
Essential
Can demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety issues
Essential
Other
Flexible approach to the needs of the service
Person Specification
Essential
Flexible approach to the needs of the service
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
Powys Teaching Health Board
Address
Brecon and Sennybridge District Nursing Team
Ty Henry Vaughan
Brecon
LD3 8AH
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Powys Teaching Health Board
Address
Brecon and Sennybridge District Nursing Team
Ty Henry Vaughan
Brecon
LD3 8AH
Employer's website
(Opens in a new tab)
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