Health Care Support Worker Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and dedicated Healthcare Support Worker to join the Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit within Gynaecology.

We are seeking an individual who is highly organised, adaptable, and able to work flexibly within a busy and sensitive Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit. The postholder will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, compassionate care to women and families experiencing early pregnancy concerns.

• NVQ Level 2 / OCF Level 2 in Health or equivalent qualification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to support patients, relatives, and colleagues in often emotive situations.
• Commitment to working within the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales.
• Ability to work under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Competent in venepuncture (or willingness to undertake training).
• Flexible approach to working within the Gynaecology service.

Main duties of the job

Provide safe, effective, and sensitive support to women attending the Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit. Assist Registered Nurses in delivering care tailored to individual patient needs. Maintain high standards of documentation and adhere to professional and organisational policies. Contribute positively to the team environment and uphold the values of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

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.

This post is currently advertised at Band 2. The role is under review within the Health Board as part of a national review and may, in future, progress to Band 3 with an updated job description. If appointed, your manager will ensure you are kept informed and will support you through any changes, including discussing relevant training requirements

About us

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 speciality 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.