Job summary
- Main area
- Health Visiting
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- 30 hours per week (Part Time - 30 hours per week)
- Job ref
- 040-ACS213-0926
- Employer
- Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Caerphilly - Cherry Tree House
- Town
- Caerphilly
- Salary
- £28,819 - £31,626 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 16/09/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Assistant Practitioner - Health Visiting
Band 4
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Job overview
Assistant Practitioner, Band 4, working for the Health Visiting Service, undertaking delegated tasks by a Registered Practitioner / SCPHN HV.
The ABUHB, Caerphilly Health Visiting Team are enthusiastic, motivated and forward thinking in delivering care to children and their families. You will be supported in your role by other professionals to become a valued member of the team.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Practitioner to work with the Health Visiting team in Caerphilly borough , delivering services to Children and Young People providing a preventative service as identified in the needs assessment carried out by the Registered Practitioner. The aim is to achieve equity of health and wellbeing outcomes following the Health Child Wales Programme (HCWP), The Social Services and Wellbeing Act and Childcare, Play and Early Years Workforce plan. The post holder will contribute to the overall healthcare/social care offered to individuals, families and communities, including delivering care packages for families and groups in the community.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Values
Essential criteria
- Able to work in a multi-disciplinary/multi agency team
- A high level of interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrates a committed and caring attitude
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to engage members of the public
Desirable criteria
- Able to demonstrate situations where effective organisational skills have been used, such as organising groups
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NVQ Level 3 or above in Childcare
Desirable criteria
- Community experience
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Lena Evans / Bethan Hulton
- Job title
- Public Health Operational Manager Caerphilly
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07800 874977
- Additional information
Betha Hulton
Operational Manager
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