Nursing Support Worker

Ward One is a 30 bedded Trauma and Orthopaedic ward in Withybush General Hospital, Haverfordwest.

We are seeking a dynamic, motivated and innovative Nursing Support Worker to join our team on Ward One based at Withybush General Hospital. You will need to have an interest in trauma + Orthopaedics and be committed to deliver high standards of patient care.

Successful candidates can look forward to working in a professional environment with a team that is passionate about delivering outstanding care to patients and their families.

We work together to create a positive team spirit, recognising achievements and celebrating success. We will provide a supportive environment and mentorship. Team working is an integral part of the running of the ward.

The Unit requires Health Care Support Workers who are keen to learn and able to adopt a flexible approach to work. There is an opportunity to learn new skills and develop professionally within a positive and challenging environment.

You will ensure that patients / clients receive safe, individualised and effective standards of care by following care plans and treatment interventions as directed by the registered nurse and/or therapists.

You will always communicate effectively and in conjunction with other team members, contribute to and maintain the ward philosophy.

The rota involves a variety of shift patterns including day/night duty to suit service requirements.

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

Interviews will be held on 04/06/2026

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.