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Ward Assistant, Bargoed Ward - INTERNAL

Ystrad Mynach, Wales, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 1 week ago
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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.

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Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process

Job Overview

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY ANEURIN BEVAN UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

An exciting permanent, part time opportunity has arisen for a Ward Assistant to join the busy stroke rehabilitation team based at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr University Hospital. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, adaptable and conscientious individual; the applicant will be supporting all members of the multi-disciplinary team on the ward. The applicant will undertake a range of tasks as part of the job role, some of which include maintaining hygiene standards and infection control guidelines, such as cleaning of equipment and maintaining efficient stock levels on the ward. The nurse in charge may allocate tasks as deemed urgent that require prioritisation.as part of your working day.

Main duties of the job

Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office’s criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed

The role involves working on a busy ward, maintaining stock levels and complying with all infection control duties.

Previous experience of working within an acute hospital environment or a similar setting would be an advantage, including a current infection control certificate.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.

Education

Essential criteria

  • Basic general education

Experience

Essential criteria

  • Recent experience in a clinical environment in an acute hospital setting

Knowledge

Essential criteria

  • Literate and Numerate

Experience

Desirable criteria

  • Stock Control

Other

Essential criteria

  • Demonstrate organisational skills

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