Healthcare Support Worker - Chest Clinic St Woolos Hospital
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Newport, Wales, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- In office
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- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
- Eligibility
- Open to all qualified applicants including individuals with protected characteristics and members of the Armed Forces Community. Applications in English or Welsh are equally accepted and encouraged.
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About the Role and Organization
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a leading NHS provider dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare to a diverse population. The Health Board offers a supportive workplace valuing career development, staff wellbeing, and flexible working arrangements. They operate integrated acute, primary, and community care services, employing over 16,000 professionals and serving 650,000 people.
Position Summary
This position relates to a Band 3 Health Care Support Worker within the Chest Clinic situated at St Woolos Hospital. The role involves providing vital support in outpatient respiratory care, including conducting clinical observations and assisting nursing and medical teams with respiratory diagnostics. The role may experience some modifications as it is currently under review within the Health Board. Successful candidates will receive updates and training as necessary.
Key Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day operations of the busy Chest Clinic outpatient unit.
- Carry out clinical observations and respiratory diagnostic procedures under supervision.
- Assist nurses and consultants in delivering effective respiratory care.
- Contribute as a team member in a dynamic and changing environment.
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience working in healthcare environments with patient interaction.
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification or experience.
- Welsh language proficiency is preferred but not mandatory; applications in Welsh are welcomed and treated equally.
- Experience in outpatient departments or respiratory patient care is advantageous.
- NVQ Level 3 is a desirable qualification.
Additional Information and Terms
- This is a fixed-term appointment for 6 months starting from 1st April, to meet service needs.
- The salary band for this role will be aligned with NHS Agenda for Change pay scales effective from April 2026, implemented August 2026.
- The Health Board is committed to diversity, encouraging applications from individuals with protected characteristics including disabled and neurodiverse candidates, and those from Armed Forces communities.
- Applicants are encouraged to discuss any workplace adjustments or application support directly with the manager; support is available in alternate formats including larger fonts and braille.
- Smoking is prohibited across all Health Board premises as per legal requirements, with support available for staff to quit.
- The vacancy may close early or be withdrawn if filled via internal recruitment processes.
Workplace Culture and Benefits
- Extensive learning and development opportunities including mandatory and advanced training, career progression pathways, and management programs.
- Focus on healthy work-life balance and occupational health support.
- Flexible working options offered by the Health Board.