Bank Wales Nursing Support Worker (Mental Health)

Job description

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 or if they do not hold the correct level of Visa therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed

This is a Bank position only

We are looking for enthusiastic people to join our bank staff

Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. As a rural Health Board we have around 133,000 people living across an area that is a quarter of the land mass of Wales. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care, not to mention a wide range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference. If working for Powys Teaching Health Board is something that is of interest, we may have an opportunity just for you.

Main duties of the jobWorks 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 healthcareprofessional. O 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. O 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. O Ensures the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients/client's condition and progress. O Ensures the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes. O Contributes to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff. O Delivers role in accordance with Health Board Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW's in Wales including maintaining physical, procedural and relational security.

About usBeing the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

Person SpecificationQualifications and knowledge

Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject OR equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge, and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses

Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)

Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a healthcare setting e.g. The principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentiality e.g. General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)

Complete certified/accredited physical intervention training e.g. Prevention & Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) during induction

Certified/accredited physical intervention training e.g. Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA)

Experience

Working within a multidisciplinary and multi agency setting

Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice

Experience of working within the NHS

Skills and Attributes

Good communication skills - verbal, non-verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively

Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard

Ability to keep calm in stressful situations

Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach

Organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently

Ability to use technology to undertake the role e.g. Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such TEAMS

Physically able to carry out duties of the role e.g. Lifting, assisting with mobility, implementing restraint (if required) and performing other manual tasks

Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn

Values/Other

Ability to work a range of shift patterns

Ability to Travel

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.

£26,300 to £27,890 a yearPer Annum, Pro Rata. Weekend and bank holiday enhancements apply

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Llyswen

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

25-04-2026

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