About this role
Job summary
Do you enjoy meeting people and the satisfaction of doing a job that really makes a difference? If the answer is yes, do contact us, as we offer excellent working conditions as a BANK Domestic Assistant at Bronglais General Hospital.
We are looking for a self-motivated individual who will work as part of a team and on their own. The successful candidate will play an active role within the support team.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the post include :
To undertake routine or emergency/unplanned cleaning tasks in inpatient, outpatient and department areas, follow cleaning schedulesand infection control procedures.
We offer a full induction, followed by an extensive training program in which the successful candidate will be trained in all aspects of the service.
You will be required to use a variety of equipment.
The shift patterns cover up to 12 hours and range from 07:00 to 24:00 on a rota basis to include weekends and Bank Holiday working.
About us
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); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description Job responsibilities
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 isdesirablefor 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.
Interviews will be held on 09/07/2026 and 10/07/2026
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Able to demonstrate literacy, numeracy and comprehension skills Basic Health and Safety, COSHH, Moving and Handling and Food Hygiene knowledge, or willingness to learn through on the job training
Desirable
Health and Safety, COSHH, Moving and Handling training
Other Essential
Able to work flexibly as required
Desirable
Welsh speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
Experience Desirable
Experience of dealing with the general public
Skills and Attributes Essential
Good communication skills Ability to understand and follow routine instructions Ability to work under pressure and respond to changing demands at short notice Demonstrates enthusiasm and a willingness to work as a Domestic Prepared to work alone Prepared to handle blood and body fluids Able to use own initiative Able to work as part of a team Prepared to be responsible for keys/security/alarms
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address Bronglais General Hospital
Caradog Road
Aberystwyth,
SY23 1ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)