Job Summary
An exciting opportunity is available for an Assistant Practitioner to work as part of a team to deliver a new Community Cardiology service in Mid/South Powys.
We are willing to offer this post as an Annex 21 development opportunity, to applicants with less experience/knowledge, subject to existing qualifications. Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking to enhance the cardiology service provision for the residents of Powysby developing a direct access, one-stop shop community cardiology service and comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation programme provided by a multi-disciplinary team consisting of a broad range of specialist staff.
Main duties of the job
As an Assistant Practitioner the post holder is expected to independently manage their own work and case load, undertaking tasks delegated by a Registered Practitioner with appropriate supervision in place.
Understanding evidence-based practice and delivering care in line with current evidence, the post holder will take responsibility for the provision of person-centred care in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
Within the role the post holder will:
Be responsible for some elements of patient assessment, undertaken in conjunction with the registrant, implementing programmes of care, and modifying programmes of care as delegated by a Registered Practitioner.
The Assistant Practitioner will be allocated a group of patients to care for,in the same way that patients are allocated to a Registered Nurse.
The supervising registrant will undertake elements of care that sits outside of the band 4 scope of practice.
Report regularly to the Registered Practitioner, recognising own limitations and seeking advice if they are unsure. Work in support of the multi-disciplinary team: Registered Nurses, Doctors and Allied Health Professionals to provide a seamless service to patients with proximal supervision from a Registered Nurse/Practitioner.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and /or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant Health Care associated subject / Certificate in Health Care Support Worker Education or To be eligible for Annex 21 must have level 3 qualification in relevant Health Care To undertake a two-year training programme to achieve the relevant qualifications and registration as above i.e., Level 4
- GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications
- Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care
- Able to demonstrate understanding of the HCSW Code of Conduct, All Wales Delegation guidelines and the All Wales Band 4 Assistant Practitioner Governance Framework
- Clinical knowledge which is relevant to the role
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
- Demonstrates an understanding of the legislation related to Safeguarding e.g. adults / children, The Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards to keep adults within their care safe
- Keyboard skills to be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel etc)
- Experience of working with the public
- Experience of clerical and admin duties
Desirable
- Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services
- Teaching or Assessment qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant and recent experience of providing relevant clinical care
- Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to manage/diffuse challenging or threatening situations
- Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. Monitor and record vital observation and interpret results
- Reviewing risk assessments
- Monitor and interpret blood glucose
Desirable
- Experience in a range of clinical skills
- Experience of providing care in a community or primary care setting
- Administration of medicines via oral, topical, SC, IM routes
- Skills in non-complex wound care
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Good level of basic IT skills
- Ability to demonstrate a compassionate and caring attitude and effective communication skills
- Able to work in a multi-agency arena
- Ability to function as an Assistant Practitioner without direct supervision
- Ability to manage their own time and workload, prioritise work, delegate and seek assistance when required
- Able to undertake patient assessments within agreed competency and protocols
- Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
- Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and colleagues
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
- Ability to support, supervise, assess, and act as a role model for Trainee Assistant Practitioners, other learners and HCAs as required within the clinical setting or within the patient’s home
- Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Ability to actively listen and communicate sensitive or difficult information in a clear and compassionate manner
Desirable
Values
Essential
Other
Essential
- Able to work hours flexibly this includes weekends, bank holidays, early, late and night shifts
- Demonstrates the ability to work within the NHS Wales Values and Behaviours
- Can demonstrate self motivation, ability to motivate others, pro-activity, and resourcefulness
- Ability to travel in a timely manner
- Lone working
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.
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).
Closing Date: 17 August 2025
