Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for fully qualified assistant practitioners, international nurses who have not yet achieved NMC registration or registered nurses who no longer hold NMC registration to join the nursing workforce in Cardiff and Vale UHB as Assistant Practitioners, band 4 We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and highly caring individuals who meet the following criteria: Trained as a nurse/midwife in the UK but are no longer on the NMC register/wish to leave the register Internationally trained nurses based in the UK who have not yet achieved NMC registration HCSW who have recently passed the first two years of their nurse training but did not complete the final year Individuals who have completed a level 4 Certificate in Higher Education for HCSW and have been working as a fully qualified Assistant Practitioner in another organisation The successful applicants will be required to provide exceptional care to patients and work closely with our registered nurses and multi-disciplinary teams. It is expected that you will have excellent communication skills, enjoy working with a variety of service users of different age groups, and have good self-management skills. You need to have a flexible approach and possess and have the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Main duties of the job As an Assistant Practitioner, the post holder is expected to independently manage their own work and case load, undertaking tasks delegated by a registered practitioner with appropriate supervision in place. Be responsible for some elements of patient assessment, undertaken in conjunction with the registrant, implementing programmes of care, and modifying programmes of care as delegated by a registered practitioner. The assistant practitioner will be allocated a group of patients to care for, in the same way that patients are allocated to a registered nurse. The supervising registrant will undertake elements of care that sits outside of the band 4 scope of practice. Report regularly to the registered practitioner, recognising own limitations and seeking advice if they are unsure. Work in support of the multi-disciplinary team: registered nurses, doctors and allied health professionals to provide a seamless service to patients with proximal supervision from a registered nurse/practitioner. Provide general/specific care as specified below for a specific client group and will be competent to work with other professional disciplines, referring patients for allied health professional assessment and treatment or to other agencies as required. Delegate work to other unregistered staff within agreed protocols, and may supervise, teach and assess other un-registered staff, including students. About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community. Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds. Date posted 05 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,928 to £29,551 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 001-ACS012-0325 Job locations UHW/UHL Heath Park/Penhill Road Cardifff CF14 4XW Job description 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 Job description 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 Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant health care associated subject / Certificate in Health Care Support Worker Education GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care Able to demonstrate understanding of the HCSW Code of Conduct, All Wales Delegation guidelines and the all Wales Band 4 Assistant Practitioner Governance Framework. Clinical knowledge which is relevant to the role Demonstrates understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans Demonstrates an understanding of the legislation related to Safeguarding e.g. adults/children, The Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards to keep adults within their care safe Desirable Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services Teaching or assessment qualification Experience Essential Significant and recent experience of providing relevant clinical care Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to manage/diffuse challenging or threatening situations Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. o Catheter care (including removal) o Monitor and record vital observation and interpret results o Reviewing risk assessments o Monitor and interpret blood glucose. o Experience of supporting an RN with wound care Desirable For community roles: experience of providing care in a community or primary care setting. Administration o Administration of medicines via oral, topical, SC, IM routes Skills in non-complex wound care Experience in a range of clinical skills including palliative care Abilities and Aptitude Essential Good level of basic IT skills Ability to demonstrate a compassionate and caring attitude and effective communication skills Able to work in a multi-agency arena Ability to function as an Assistant Practitioner without direct supervision Ability to manage their own time and workload, prioritise work, delegate and seek assistance when required Able to undertake patient assessments within agreed competency and protocols Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and colleagues Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model for Trainee Assistant Practitioners other learners and HCAs as required within the clinical setting or within the patient's home Other Essential Able to work hours flexibly this includes weekends, bank holidays, early, late and night shifts Demonstrates the ability to work within the NHS Wales Values and Behaviours Can demonstrate self-motivation, ability to motivate others, pro-activity and resourcefulness Desirable Ability to speak or learn Welsh Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant health care associated subject / Certificate in Health Care Support Worker Education GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care Able to demonstrate understanding of the HCSW Code of Conduct, All Wales Delegation guidelines and the all Wales Band 4 Assistant Practitioner Governance Framework. Clinical knowledge which is relevant to the role Demonstrates understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans Demonstrates an understanding of the legislation related to Safeguarding e.g. adults/children, The Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards to keep adults within their care safe Desirable Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services Teaching or assessment qualification Experience Essential Significant and recent experience of providing relevant clinical care Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to manage/diffuse challenging or threatening situations Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. o Catheter care (including removal) o Monitor and record vital observation and interpret results o Reviewing risk assessments o Monitor and interpret blood glucose. o Experience of supporting an RN with wound care Desirable For community roles: experience of providing care in a community or primary care setting. Administration o Administration of medicines via oral, topical, SC, IM routes Skills in non-complex wound care Experience in a range of clinical skills including palliative care Abilities and Aptitude Essential Good level of basic IT skills Ability to demonstrate a compassionate and caring attitude and effective communication skills Able to work in a multi-agency arena Ability to function as an Assistant Practitioner without direct supervision Ability to manage their own time and workload, prioritise work, delegate and seek assistance when required Able to undertake patient assessments within agreed competency and protocols Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and colleagues Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model for Trainee Assistant Practitioners other learners and HCAs as required within the clinical setting or within the patient's home Other Essential Able to work hours flexibly this includes weekends, bank holidays, early, late and night shifts Demonstrates the ability to work within the NHS Wales Values and Behaviours Can demonstrate self-motivation, ability to motivate others, pro-activity and resourcefulness Desirable Ability to speak or learn Welsh Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Address UHW/UHL Heath Park/Penhill Road Cardifff CF14 4XW Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)