Job overview

The post holder will be the strategic lead for the implementation of the HCSW Career Framework including the development, facilitation and sustainability of the clinical induction programme for Nursing, AHP and Health Science HCSW's.

Will be responsible for both the strategic and day to day management of the work programme, coordinating and informing senior managers within workforce, nursing, therapies and health sciences of all activities and progress towards implementation. This will require extensive leadership, organisation, communication, facilitator and negotiating skills to ensure required actions and outcomes are achieved.

The HCSW Development Lead role requires individuals to role model a positive lifelong learning approach and can identify personal and professional opportunities to develop and sustain the role for the benefit of learners and ultimately our communities. 

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitable candidate to join the HCSW development team. 

The successful candidate will provide a strategic lead for the implementation and management of the NHS Wales HCSW Career Framework across the Health Board including the development, overall management and  facilitation  and  quality assurance of the  clinical  induction programme for Nursing , AHP and Health Science HCSW's.

Responsibilities will include development of comprehensive plans to work with divisional units and departments to implement the career framework.

Review structures in place and analyse training needs, method of delivery and assessment for the accredited learning as set out in the career framework — this will include development of HCSW's in all staff groups and facilitating this through Agored Cymru, Open University and other awards, certificates and diplomas on the Qualification Credit Framework (CQF) in order to suit service needs.

Provide specialist advice and support for the Health Board to ensure the effective development of support workers who undertake the care of patients and clients served by SBU Health Board.

Working for our organisation

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.