Health Care Assistant in Ruthin inRuthin PUBLISHED WED 12 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 2: Competitive rates
PERMANENT
SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE
HOLISTIC MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY VISA
Job description
Permanent full‑time Band 2 role with a clear salary (£24,833) for stability.
On‑the‑job support to complete NVQ Level 2 within 12 months.
Work on Menlli Ward, a 27‑bed community hospital—close‑knit, hands‑on team.
Betsi Cadwaladr is Wales’ largest health board with engaged leadership and training.
Welsh speakers welcomed; bilingual environment values local language and culture.
DBS required and skilled‑worker sponsorship considered for eligible applicants.
Care, compassion and clinical focus come together on Menlli Ward at Ruthin Community Hospital, where you’ll support registered nurses in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to patients who are acutely or chronically ill, frail or disabled. As a Health Care Assistant with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board you’ll help with hygiene, admissions, protected mealtimes, daily fundamentals of care and other delegated clinical tasks on a 27‑bed community ward. Welsh speakers are welcome but not essential; the role is ideal for practical, empathetic carers who enjoy hands-on work in a close-knit, multidisciplinary setting.
This permanent, full‑time Band 2 role (salary £24,833) offers on-the-job training and support to complete NVQ2 within the first year, a supportive leadership culture and the stability of Wales’ largest health board. A DBS check is required and skilled-worker sponsorship applications will be considered. If this sounds like the next step in your caring career, click the "Apply Now" button beside this advert to submit your application on jobsincare.com and view the full job description and person specification.
This permanent, full‑time Band 2 role (salary £24,833) offers on-the-job training and support to complete NVQ2 within the first year, a supportive leadership culture and the stability of Wales’ largest health board. A DBS check is required and skilled-worker sponsorship applications will be considered. If this sounds like the next step in your caring career, click the "Apply Now" button beside this advert to submit your application on jobsincare.com and view the full job description and person specification.
Permanent full‑time Band 2 role with a clear salary (£24,833) for stability.
On‑the‑job support to complete NVQ Level 2 within 12 months.
Work on Menlli Ward, a 27‑bed community hospital—close‑knit, hands‑on team.
Betsi Cadwaladr is Wales’ largest health board with engaged leadership and training.
Welsh speakers welcomed; bilingual environment values local language and culture.
DBS required and skilled‑worker sponsorship considered for eligible applicants.
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
Requirements
See the job description for full role requirements.
Benefits
Permanent full‑time Band 2 role with a clear salary (£24,833) for stability.; On‑the‑job support to complete NVQ Level 2 within 12 months.; Work on Menlli Ward, a 27‑bed community hospital—close‑knit, hands‑on team.; Betsi Cadwaladr is Wales’ largest health board with engaged leadership and training.; Welsh speakers welcomed; bilingual environment values local language and culture.; DBS required and skilled‑worker sponsorship considered for eligible applicants.
Is it a match?
A quick tap lets us tune future job matches for you
Location
Salary & benefits
Role duties
Working pattern
More information related to this job opportunity, from jobsincare:
Possible interview questions for this job
Click to
view Start practice interview
NEW!
Please wait...this will take a moment...
Please wait...this will take a moment...
More about MENTAL HEALTH
Mental health has emerged as a critical issue in the United Kingdom, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crisis highlighted the fragility of mental well-being across different demographics, from children and adolescents to adults and the elderly. It has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of mental health care, accessibility, and the stigmas often associated with mental illnesses. Learn more...
Useful skills for a Health Care Assistant:
Click to view
To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
inRuthin
53.11438823749322 -3.3104596045342007 Ruthin 
Locations
are approximate.
This image is not representative.
Learn more
Scan with your phone to return to this page later.