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Health Care Assistant
Grade
Band 2
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 25.12 hours per week (flexible working pattern over 24/7)
Job ref
070-ACS067-0825
Employer
Powys Teaching Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Cottage View
Town
Knighton
Salary
£24,833 per annum, pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
28/08/2025 23:59

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Powys Teaching Health Board logo

Health Care Assistant

Band 2

Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.

 

Job overview

Sponsorship
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.

The post holder’s prime responsibility is to assist the resident in day-to-day tasks in the Care Home.

Work under the supervision/guidance of the Registered Manager or Deputy Manager.

Foster an atmosphere whereby residents are encouraged to maintain and further develop independence as fully as possible in a person-centered way.

Communication is required with residents giving empathy and reassurance and supporting residents with dementia and communication difficulties.

Attend and participate in training and staff development programs as identified in the annual staff appraisal system.

Attend and participate in team meetings.

Mentor and support any duties/tasks to new staff.

Main duties of the job

Assist staff in the assessment process by contributing to developing a picture of a residents’ needs.

Assist in the delivery and updates of care as identified in the residents’ care plan.

At all times reporting observations on progress or deterioration to the senior or Registered Manager.

To care for residents’ by:
Washing and bathing residents and assisting with dressing and undressing.

Assisting with toileting requirements of residents, especially those who are physically, mentally frail or confused.

Use a commode, wheelchair, and hoist if the resident has failing needs.

Participate in the development of activities and day care programs for residents in which they can join and will enhance their quality of life.

Assist residents who are dying in a sensitive and dignified manner.

Working for our organisation

Being 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.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Detailed job description and main 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; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. 

Person specification

Qualifications and or Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Demonstrate clear transferable skills valid to a health & Social Care setting
Desirable criteria
  • QCF 2

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Working in a Health Care Setting

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential criteria
  • Caring Attitude
Desirable criteria
  • Ability to speak Welsh

Values

Essential criteria
  • Demonstrate PTHB Values

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Christina Creemer
Job title
Registered Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01547 521229
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