Job Summary
Hywel Dda University Health Board is currently looking for motivated, experienced and enthusiastic Nurses to join our Nursing Teams within Acute Services in Ceredigion. Ceredig is a General Surgical/Trauma & Orthopaedic Ward in Bronglais General Hospital.
Various full and part time hours available. Interviews to be held on 17/11/25.
Main duties
Applicants must be committed, possess high levels of drive and initiative, have excellent communication skills, be able to work within a team and maintain high professional care standards. If you are a caring, forward-thinking Registered Nurse who is pro-active and wants to make a valuable contribution to patient focused services, we want to hear from you.
The post offers nurses the chance to work in a friendly, supportive environment, where CPD is actively encouraged. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience, whilst making a real difference to patient care.
You will need a flexible approach to work to meet the needs of the service, as these posts are rotational; day and night shifts.
About Us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our Services Are Provided In:
* Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
* Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
* Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
* 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
* Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Details
Date posted: 30 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 100-NMR235-0725-A
Job locations: Bronglais General Hospital, Caradog Road, Aberystwyth, SY23 1ER
Job Responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Essential
* Qualifications and Knowledge – Current NMC registration
Desirable
* Degree in Nursing
* Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g. POVA
* Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g. Child Protection
* Intermediate Life Support if required in clinical setting
Essential Experience
* Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
* Experience of providing holistic nursing care
* Interest in developing nursing skills
Desirable Experience
* Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
* Implement evidence based practice
Language Skills
* Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
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