Job summary
Working as a HCSW on the endocrine ward you will be assisting patients with all activities of daily living including washing, dressing, feeding, toileting and pressure area care. You will be working under the direction of a registered nurse and the wider Multi Disciplinary Team.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If you're comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our 'Croeso Candidate' booklet below for more information.

Main duties of the job

• Provision of care to patients with medical conditions- mainly endocrine under the guidance of the Registered Nurse.
• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients with support and supervision provided by a registered health care professional.
• Undertake personal care activities and tasks as delegated by a registered healthcare professional, in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation.
• Ensure the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patient's/client's condition and improvement/deterioration.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the healthcare setting and appropriate storage of stock items.

About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 2
Salary: £26,300 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 110-ACS188-1026

Person Specification
Essential

• Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach
• Level 2 in Care or equivalent
• Good communication skills - verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively
• Caring experience

Desirable

• Welsh Language Skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above
• Experience working for NHS

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.

Employer details
Employer name: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address: Prince Charles Hospital, Gurnos Road, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9DT
Employer's website: https://joinctm.wales/

For questions about the job, contact: Ward Manager Jocelyn Selmo, jocelyn.selmo@wales.nhs.uk, 01685728611

The closing date is 22 October 2026. Apply through our website.