Health Care Support Worker - Band 3 Dementia Assessment

Job summary
The post holder will work as part of a team that provides mental health services to patients within an In-Patient Assessment Unit. All units deliver services 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

The post holder will be providing patient care, with developed clinical skills, whilst providing a supportive and supervisory role to Healthcare Support Workers (HCSW's).

The post holder will be required to support the assessment and delivery of patient care as prescribed by the multidisciplinary team. They will be expected to act under indirect supervision, in line with the All-Wales Guidelines for Delegation and within the guidelines of the patient's care plan and models of best practice.

The post holder is expected to maintain a good positive working relationship with members of the multidisciplinary team which includes HCSW's, CPN's, Nurses, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Dieticians, Psychologists Speech, Podiatry and Language therapists, District Nurses, Consultants, other medics and voluntary groups.

The post holder will be expected to attend and fully complete an agreed induction programme and undertake on-going training relevant to the role. They will also be expected to achieve the educational attainments relevant to the role.

Main duties of the job
Working on Anwylfan Ward . Providing direct patient care on a dementia assessment unit. Providing personal care. Completing physical health observations. Engaging in therapeutic observations. Working as part of the multi-disciplinary team

To be eligible for this role please see the person specification for more details. You should provide evidence of equivalent experience and 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 work-based training/short courses.

About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Job responsibilities
You 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.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply

Qualifications
Essential

• NVQ level 3

Desirable

• NVQ level 4

Experience
Essential

• Experience working with older adults

Desirable

• Experience working with dementia

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.

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).