Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Health Care Support Worker - Branwen Ward - Male Only

The closing date is 19 November 2026

Job summary
Ty Llywelyn is currently recruiting male staff in order to maintain equity of its staffing establishment and due to the requirements of the Male only patient group.

Full time post for Healthcare Support Worker on Ty Llywelyn Medium Secure Unit. To provide person centred care to service users within forensic mental health inpatient services under supervision of registered nurses within a clinical team that adheres to best practice, standards and health board policies contributing the the recovery focussed care of the service user.

Main duties of the job

• To assist the registered nurse in carrying out day to day care of individuals, endeavouring to provide for the holistic needs of individuals in conjunction with other disciplines within the health care environment.
• To assist the registered nurse in providing a high and consistent level of holistic care, maintaining the dignity and equality of the individual. This includes direct care.
• To observe and monitor changes in individuals' behaviour, physical condition and social interaction, and to report any changes to the nurse in charge.

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

Please note: This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. We recommend submitting your application as early as possible.

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.

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
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £26,813 to £27,890 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 050-ACS873-1126
Location: Tŷ Llywelyn Medium Secure Unit, Bryn y Neuadd Hospital, Llanfairfechan, Conwy, LL33 0HH

Job description
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or apply through Trac.

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.

Employer contact: Deputy Ward Manager, Sara Szajnowska, Sara.Szajnowska@wales.nhs.uk