Job summary The post holder will be an important member of the lymphoedema team. They will co-ordinate, organise & prepare the smooth day-to-day running of the lymphoedema clinic. The lymphoedema service sees patients from Swansea, Neath and Port Talbot. They will work as part of a team and alone working with guidance and direction from administration manager and clinical lead. They will provide efficient and effective secretarial support for clinical services, hence supporting the delivery of a high quality service to patients and staff. Main duties of the job The Senior Lymphoedema Assistant has a greater degree of autonomy than the Healthcare Assistant and undertakes a broader range of health and care in accordance with policy and procedures. The post holder will work on their own initiative, undertaking delegated tasks with appropriate supervision in place from a registered practitioner/assistant practitioner. The post holder contributes to assessment and assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans. They will supervise other staff and promote the delivery of high quality care. The Senior Lymphoedema Assistant will be working as part of the Swansea Bay University Health Board and is based in Singleton Hospital. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further. Date posted 10 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 3 years Working pattern Part-time Reference number 130-ACS282-1224-A Job locations Lymphoedema Clinic, Singleton Hospital Sketty Lane Swansea SA2 8QA Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh. Person Specification Qualifications & Knowledge Essential QCF/NVQ Level 3 Understands the principles of confidentiality, the principles of consent prior to undertaking care, principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe Demonstrates an understanding of the scope of the role in the context of a nursing or allied health professional team Evidence of maintaining their personal development Desirable Evidence attendance at courses / study days pertinent to speciality Understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions Experience Essential Significant experience of working as a Healthcare Assistant Desirable Previous relevant experience in specialty Aptitude and abilities Essential Caring, compassionate attitude to patients and clients, able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Able to organise self and others to achieve delegated task, able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload, prioritise workload and individual patient contact Able to undertake specific procedures involving physical skills commensurate with practice area e.g. recording of limb volumes, skin observations Desirable Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh Customer care skills Other Essential Able to participate with a rotating shift pattern Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to work Understanding of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate registered professional for expert help and advice Person Specification Qualifications & Knowledge Essential QCF/NVQ Level 3 Understands the principles of confidentiality, the principles of consent prior to undertaking care, principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe Demonstrates an understanding of the scope of the role in the context of a nursing or allied health professional team Evidence of maintaining their personal development Desirable Evidence attendance at courses / study days pertinent to speciality Understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions Experience Essential Significant experience of working as a Healthcare Assistant Desirable Previous relevant experience in specialty Aptitude and abilities Essential Caring, compassionate attitude to patients and clients, able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Able to organise self and others to achieve delegated task, able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload, prioritise workload and individual patient contact Able to undertake specific procedures involving physical skills commensurate with practice area e.g. recording of limb volumes, skin observations Desirable Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh Customer care skills Other Essential Able to participate with a rotating shift pattern Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to work Understanding of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate registered professional for expert help and advice 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 Swansea Bay University Health Board Address Lymphoedema Clinic, Singleton Hospital Sketty Lane Swansea SA2 8QA Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)