Health Care Support Worker - Band 3 Dementia Assessment

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Date: 2 weeks ago

City: Caerphilly, Wales

Contract type: Full time

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Job Overview

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.

Working for our organisation

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.