Job summary
- Main area
- Bank - Mental Health - Health Care Support Worker
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 2
- Contract
- Bank: 0 days
- Hours
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Other
- Job ref
- 070-BMHCSW-0725
- Employer
- Powys Teaching Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Powys
- Town
- Powys
- Salary
- £23,970 pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 15/08/2025 23:59
Employer heading

Bank-Mental Health-Health Care Support Worker
NHS AfC: 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
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 will work as part of a team of ward-based nursing staff and will be required to carry out a range of assigned tasks involving direct and nondirect care for the benefit of the patient and will be in support of and supervised by a Registered Nurse.
Work within core competency framework and expected to deliver a range of basic nursing duties to patients linked clearly to minimum training requirements providing competency to practice.
Required to carry out a range of assigned tasks, participating in the delivery of basic nursing duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of a ward-based team assist in the delivery of a high standard of nursing care, acting in a professional manner at all times.
Assist in the adequate nutrition and hydration of individual patients as directed by the Registered Nurse.
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.
Person specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential criteria
- No formal qualification required. On the job training will be provided. Good level of general education. Demonstrate knowledge of the requirements of the role.
Desirable criteria
- Possess or working towards NVQ Level II Award. GCSEs or similar qualifications. Previous hospital experience.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience in working in a caring setting
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to communicate with a range of people in both a verbal and written capacity. Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak Welsh
Values
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate PTHB Values. Demonstrate core caring Values. Have a caring, kind and sympathetic attitude in line with PTHB Values. Ability to work well as part of a team. Ability to prioritise competing demands on time
Other
Essential criteria
- Flexibility to meet service needs. Ability to adapt to different situations. Amenable to change as required. Ability to assist with the safe handling of patients.
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
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Lisa Jarman
- Job title
- Workforce & OD office Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01874 712580
- Additional information
Lisa Jarman
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