Job Overview PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our dedicated Critical Care workforce at Wrexham Maelor Hospital, as a Band 2 Health Care support Worker. Main duties of the job We are looking for proactive, enthusiastic and caring individuals, who will enjoy working in these demanding and rapidly changing environments, supporting all levels of nursing, medical and allied health staff. We provide care for both elective surgical patients and emergencies admissions from all specialities. In return for your dedication and hard work, we offer well-established, structured teaching and development programmes for all staff. If you have a caring and compassionate approach to your work and patients, and want to join a motivated, friendly and supportive team, we are keen to hear from you. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Working for our organisation If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. 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 Essential criteria Basic numeracy, verbal and literacy skills Level 2 NVQ/QCF in health and social care or equivalent experience within a health or care environment Desirable criteria Completion of all Wales Induction Framework Experience Essential criteria Experience required to fulfil the requirements of the post. Experience of dealing with the public within a health or care environment Desirable criteria Previous clinical experience Aptitude And Abilities Essential criteria Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging circumstances Able to clearly document written information Understanding of data protection and confidentiality Desirable criteria Ability to speak welsh Values Essential Criteria Additional demonstrable qualities that may be beneficial to the role e.g. care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment Demonstrate a commitment to working consistently in line with our Organisational Values and enabling others within the workforce to do so too as evidenced in day to day work and through discussion at PADR Demonstrable caring nature, respectful of others Demonstrates an understanding of the role of a Healthcare Assistant Demonstrates understanding of the importance of quality Other Essential criteria Special requirements to perform in the role e.g. Ability to travel within geographical area if the need arises Flexible approach to the needs of the service