Nursing Support Worker

Job description

Works as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients/service users experiencing mental health needs in the community/home setting or inpatient services, with support and supervision provided by a registered healthcare professional.

Undertakes or supports personal care activities, daily living skills/tasks and clinical care duties with minimal support and supervision as delegated by a registered healthcare professional in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation.

Supports the enhanced observation of patients who present as a high risk to themselves or others due to a mental health, cognitive or clinical condition.

Ensures the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients/client's condition and progress.

Ensures the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes.

Contributes to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff.

Delivers role in accordance with Health Board/Trust Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW's in Wales including maintaining physical, procedural and relational security.

Main duties of the jobUndertake care or supports self-care as directed by the registered health‐care professional, following agreed care/recovery plans, providing information to the registered healthcare professional that will enable the monitoring and amendment of care/recovery plans and ongoing risk assessment.

For example, this may include working closely with patients/ service users to meet their individual needs in achieving independence, supporting with life skills, resuming integration into social settings, actively helping participation in activities to facilitate recovery and achieve their goals.

Welsh Skills DesirableThis 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.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health BoardCwm 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 2030 Strategy – Our Health, Our FutureCTM'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 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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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bridgend

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English