Job Description

An opportunity for Health care support workers has arisen within Princess of Wales Hospital, Ward 9. Ward 9 is a colorectal, ENT emergency surgery ward, however we also look after patients from other specialities. We are looking for reliable motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join the team.The individuals will be required to work under the direction of the registered nurse, ensuring high standards of care are provided and maintained at all times.Due to ogoing building work, we have temporarily relocated to Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant. We plan to return to Princess of Wales this year.Main duties of the jobSuccessful candidate will be caring for patients with a variety of surgical conditions, patients come to us pre and post operatively. You will be responsible for providing care for patients who require assistance with all activities of daily living including washing, dressing mobilising, feeding and pressure area care.Successful candidate will also be expected to complete documentation to an acceptable standard and assist in keeping ward area clean and clutter free.The applicants will be expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skills along with the ability to use their own initiative. Flexibility regarding shift patterns is essential.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.About usCwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.We live by our core values:

• We listen, learn and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We all work together as one team

We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve.Date posted11 February 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salaryxc2xa323,970 a year per annum pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number110-ACS036-0225Job locationsWard 9, Princess of Wales HospitalCoity RoadBridgendCF31 1RQJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou 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 descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou 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 TracPerson SpecificationExperienceEssential

• Care experience
• Experience of dealing with members of the public

Desirable

• NVQ level2 in care

SkillsEssential

• Good communication skills

Desirable

• Flexible approach to work

personal attributesEssential

• Professional manner
• Recognise the importance of maintaining confidentiality

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Person SpecificationExperienceEssential

• Care experience
• Experience of dealing with members of the public

Desirable

• NVQ level2 in care

SkillsEssential

• Good communication skills

Desirable

• Flexible approach to work

personal attributesEssential

• Professional manner
• Recognise the importance of maintaining confidentiality

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

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