Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Activity/Dementia Support Worker

The closing date is 09 October 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals to undertake the role of Dementia Support Worker to join our dedicated nursing team on Cader Ward at Ysbyty Dolgellau.

The post holder will assist in the planning of a unit individual and group activity programme, which may require working with other members of the ward staff.

The successful applicants must have excellent communication and organisational skills and have the ability to deliver the highest standards of care in a demanding environment.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who has experience of dementia care , planning activities and is keen to assist in developing the service for the future. This is a demanding role that requires commitment and a positive approach towards change. You will have excellent communication skills and high clinical standards with a passion to make a difference for patients and staff alike.

This is an exciting opportunity to support patients including those with dementia, during their stay in hospital. Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate care and compassion in providing support and care for patients with delirium.

The successful applicant will be supported to develop skills and ensure care of a high standard is delivered.

Part time post at 22.5 hours a week.

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

About us

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.We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including childcare voucher schemes, work-life balance policies.

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.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,313 to £26,999 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-ACS529-0925

Job locations

Dolgellau Hospital

Hospital Road

Dolgellau

LL40 1NT


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

Essential

  • NVQ 2
  • NVQ 3

Desirable

  • NVQ 4
  • Basic life support
  • Manual handling training

Experience

Essential

  • Mental health dementia experience
  • Care environment experience

Desirable

  • Orthopaedic knowledge
  • Hospital experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ 2
  • NVQ 3

Desirable

  • NVQ 4
  • Basic life support
  • Manual handling training

Experience

Essential

  • Mental health dementia experience
  • Care environment experience

Desirable

  • Orthopaedic knowledge
  • Hospital experience

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Dolgellau Hospital

Hospital Road

Dolgellau

LL40 1NT


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Dolgellau Hospital

Hospital Road

Dolgellau

LL40 1NT


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Lisa Evans

lisa.gough@wales.nhs.uk

03000843294

Details

Date posted

25 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,313 to £26,999 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-ACS529-0925

Job locations

Dolgellau Hospital

Hospital Road

Dolgellau

LL40 1NT


Supporting documents

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