Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated, motivated healthcare support worker to join the team on C6W RGH . The unit is a busy with acute patient care and there will be opportunities to develop your skills.We are looking for a caring and dedicated individual who would be willing to train and develop within our high standards. This is a challenging busy environment that can also be highly rewarding.
Main duties of the job
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
You will also be expected to demonstrate a high level of nursing assessment and clinical care skills by supporting Band 5 nurses and other Band 2 HCSW's. In addition you will be required to provide support and advice to patients and their families/carers. NVQ Level 2 essential.
The post holder will work as part of a team that provides health care services to patients within an Adult Inpatient department/ward, focusing on the direct needs of service users undergoing healthcare treatments.
The post holder is expected to work within clinical competencies with supporting base knowledge. You will be expected to work within defined protocols, adhering to the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales under the direction and close supervision of and reporting to a registered nurse.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
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 speciality 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. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy opening in November 2020. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,833 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
040-ACS291-1025
Job locations
Royal Gwent Hospital
Newport
NP20 2UB
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Experience
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Qualifications
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Skills Required