You will work alongside the Diabetes Specialist Nurses, Diabetes Specialist Dietician, Podiatrists and Consultants in a busy outpatient department supporting the needs of patients with Diabetes and Endocrine conditions. We are looking for a Health Care Support Worker to join our Diabetes team at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. The post holder will work as part of a dynamic, innovative, evolving service which provides the highest level of support and care for patients/clients within the RCT area. The post holder will work as part of the Hummingbird team, under the supervision of registered nurses and support them and other health care professionals by participating in the delivery of assigned tasks involving direct and indirect care for the benefit of the person with diabetes. The post holder will be self-motivated and use their initiative when necessary. The range of responsibilities will be in support of and supervised by a registered nurse in diabetes and will involve rotation as appropriate to the needs of the service. The post holder will also have reception and clerical duties which will support the smooth and efficient running of the unit.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.
The post holder will work as part of the Hummingbird centre team, under the supervision of registered nurses and support them and other health care professionals by participating in the delivery of assigned tasks involving direct and indirect care for the benefit of the person with diabetes. The post holder will be expected to carry out a range of assigned clinical and organisational tasks with the highest standard to support and enable qualified staff to provide patient care, which reflects the quality of standards and mission of the diabetes resource centre and the UHB. The post holder will also have reception and clerical duties which will support the smooth and efficient running of the unit. The post holder will be responsible for the organisation of their own workload including clinical, clerical and reception duties on a daily basis, ensuring effective use of all resources available.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from individuals within protected groups as outlined in the Equality Act 2010. This includes, but is not limited to, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race/nationality, religion/belief, disability, pregnancy and maternity, and marriage and civil partnership. We also warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community. Applicants who are not UK or Republic of Ireland nationals will require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa unless they already hold permission to work via another route. Prospective applicants should self-assess their eligibility for sponsorship by visiting the UK Government's Work in the UK guidance. For eligible candidates, the Health and Care Visa offers reduced application costs and exempts payment of the annual Immigration Health Surcharge. Please ensure you check your email regularly, as all recruitment correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application form. Applications are welcome in either Welsh or English, with no preference given to the language used. We reserve the right to close a vacancy early or withdraw an advertisement to accommodate the redeployment of internal staff into suitable roles. All posts are subject to relevant checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and, where required, Professional Registration verification. We are proud to be a Living Wage Employer.
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, compassionate and dedicated Health Care Support Worker to join the multi-disciplinary Diabetes Team based at the Hummingbird Centre. We are looking for an individual who is driven to work in collaboration with patients, carers and other services to deliver individual, holistic and patient centred care.
Location and About CTM
Located in the heart of South Wales, we are central to Cardiff, Newport, and Swansea. Deeply rooted in our community, as an NHS organisation we are dedicated to providing compassionate patient care and building healthier communities together. At CTM, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive team from diverse nations, cultures, and backgrounds. Every role counts, every person matters, and together, we're creating a space where everyone can thrive. Discover more about working with us here: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board - Join CTM Home - Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers. Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities. CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life. Our CTM 2030 Strategy-Our Health, Our Future focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
* We listen, learn, and improve
* We treat everyone with respect
* We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development. At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
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