Overview
Job overview and notices: We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.
Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process. We will be pleased to discuss any reasonable adjustments or support needed. If you need documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille) please contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team on 01495 745805 option 3 or email abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.uk.
If you are successful at interview for this post you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are shortlisted for this post, you will be contacted via your email account you used to apply, therefore please check your account regularly. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working.
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process.
Job Overview
If you are looking for a new opportunity to work in an organisation that will help you to develop and achieve your goals to become the best support worker you can be, you are in luck!
We have an opportunity on Ty Cyfannol ward, Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr. Ty Cyfannol is an adult mental health acute ward that supports patients that are being assessed and treated for a mental illness.
What You Will Get
* Annual salary band 2
* 28 days annual leave rising to 34 days after 10 years’ service plus 8 bank holidays
* Free parking
* Wellbeing support and activities
* Career development and training
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance through the NHS Pension Scheme
* Enhanced Maternity Package
* Flexible working opportunities
* Plus a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers
* This post is for a 12 hour shift pattern however flexible working options are available
We have a fantastic opportunity for a passionate, dedicated and highly motivated Health Care Support Workers. You will become part of a multi-disciplinary team that is committed to promoting rehabilitation and recovery for individuals with complex needs.
Come and work for Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, where you can make a real difference!
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.
Main duties of the job
We aim to offer the highest quality specialist service to our patient group in a safe and supportive environment that enables, encourages and supports each individual to recover at a pace that feels safe and comfortable. We strive to create a ‘secure base’ for both patients and staff through the development of relationships where everyone feels safe, respected, valued and supported. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested and committed to delivering care within a psychologically informed environment and will enhance already acquired skills.
If you are interested in working with us, you will need to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to enable clients’ independence, rights, choices and dignity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone wishing to work within a clinical setting with patients with complex needs, and we are looking for individuals with experience in other Mental Health or Learning Disability care settings; or looking to embark on a career within the NHS and mental health & learning disabilities; or wishing to gain clinical experience as part of a longer term career plan in therapies.
This post is fixed term for 21 months due to cover the needs of the service. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Skills, Experience, Training and Qualifications
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