Apprentice Health Care Support Worker - Bersham Ward

Main area Respiratory Medicine Grade Grade 2 - Annex 21 - Year 1 70%, Year 2 75% of the annual Band 2 salary Contract Apprenticeship: 24 months Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job
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Employer Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Wrexham Maelor Hospital Town Wrexham Salary £26,300 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 09/11/2026 23:59

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.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

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 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.

Do you want to start a career in nursing?

Take your first step into a career in healthcare with an exciting opportunity at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, working in partnership with a college of further education. The apprenticeship offers a supportive pathway into nursing, helping you gain valuable experience to launch your career.

• Be at least 17 years and 9 months of age or over at the expected commencement date
• Have good numeracy and literacy skills
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be able to demonstrate a caring and compassionate disposition and the commitment to work in a challenging but rewarding health care environment

As an apprentice, you can expect from us:

Full training by:

• Working alongside experienced staff to support you and help gain the practical skills you need
• Learning job-specific skills
• Achieving the “All Wales NHS HCA Induction within 3 months of commencement
• Achieving a Level 2 vocational qualification as a Health Care Assistant within 2 years of commencement
• All of your training will be paid for in full
• A great experience of working as part of a team, making a real difference

Eligibility criteria for Government Funded Apprenticeships Schemes (Applicable to this post)

• Individuals who already hold a degree are not eligible to undertake a Level 2 Apprenticeship
• Applicants must not already hold a Level 2 qualification in the Healthcare

Healthcare Assistant Apprentices will receive appropriate training and guidance to undertake the full range of duties.

Understand the role and willingness to learn and develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

The role involves assisting trained staff in delivering care to patients at their most vulnerable times, ensuring dignity and respect is maintained throughout. Assisting patients to meet their personal care needs, assisting…