Community Health Care Support Worker Older Persons Mental Health Role in Merthyr Tydfil with Sponsorship: Apply Now

Here’s your chance to bring compassion, structure, and purpose to the lives of older adults living with mental health challenges.

Location
Keir Hardie Health Park, Aberdare Road, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1BZ

Type
Permanent, Full time – 37.5 hours per week (Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm)

Salary (£)
£25,313 – £26,999 per annum

About Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTM UHB) provides healthcare for more than 450,000 people across Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. Ideally placed between Cardiff’s energy, the coast at Porthcawl, and the scenic Brecon Beacons, they deliver care that’s both innovative and rooted in community. At CTM, everyone receives a warm Welsh welcome, a chance to grow professionally, and the space to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Job details

Benefits

• Generous NHS pension that secures your future while you care for others
• Career development through ongoing professional learning and mentorship
• Flexible working options to help you balance personal and professional life
• Supportive team culture where compassion and teamwork drive every decision
• Employee wellbeing programmes focused on mental, emotional, and physical health

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Health or Social Care
• Experience in a healthcare or social care setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to support both patients and colleagues
• Empathy and understanding of the needs of older adults
• Commitment to person-centred care and a positive, flexible attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally
• Welsh speaking and listening skills at Level 3 (desirable but not essential)

Salary Details

This is a Band 3 position, offering a salary between £25,313 and £26,999 per annum.

About the Role

As a Community Health Care Support Worker within Older Persons Mental Health Services, you’ll help older adults in Merthyr Tydfil live with dignity and independence. Guided by registered nurses and care coordinators, you’ll carry out care plans, monitor wellbeing, and support individuals both in their homes and community settings.

You’ll be the steady presence that helps people feel safe and supported during difficult times. Whether you’re assisting in group activities, helping with daily living, or monitoring physical and mental health, your work will bring real meaning to patients and their families.

You’ll often work independently, making sound decisions while staying connected to a multidisciplinary team. Every conversation, every note, every act of care contributes to someone’s recovery and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Support care plans developed by registered nurses and care coordinators to ensure consistent, quality patient care
• Monitor and report wellbeing through observation and accurate record-keeping, helping the team make informed decisions
• Assist with therapeutic activities that enhance patient engagement and social connection
• Promote healthy lifestyles by sharing information and encouraging participation in wellbeing programmes
• Maintain confidentiality and respect in every interaction, upholding trust with patients and carers
• Collaborate across agencies such as local authorities, voluntary organisations, and housing providers for holistic support
• Prioritise workloads independently while ensuring safety and compassion in all care delivery

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position requires a standard DBS check in line with NHS recruitment standards.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applicants who are not UK or Republic of Ireland nationals will require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa unless they already hold permission to work via another route. Prospective applicants should self-assess their eligibility for sponsorship by visiting the UK Government’s Work in the UK guidance. For eligible candidates, the Health and Care Visa offers reduced application costs and exempts payment of the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. They welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, including those with protected characteristics and members of the Armed Forces community. They proudly hold Living Wage Employer status.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
• Address: Recruitment Team, Floor 4, Companies House, Crown Way, Cardiff, CF14 3UB
• Contact: Michelle Jones, CPN Team Leader – michelle.jones@wales.nhs.uk, 01685 351122

Reference Number
110-ACS287-1125

How To Apply
Want to make a tangible difference in people’s lives while building a fulfilling career? Apply today and become part of a compassionate team shaping better mental health support across South Wales.