Visa Note
Applications from international candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Please note that while this employer offers a certificate of sponsorship, you must verify your eligibility with the employer directly before applying. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants must present criminal record certificates from each country where they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
Job Details
Company: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Job Title: Bank Registered Nurse
Location: Resource Bank, Various Locations
Salary: £31,516 to £38,364 a year (pro rata)
Employment Type: Bank
Working Pattern: Flexible working
Vacancy Reference: 040-BQN137-1125
Closing Date: 28 December 2025
Certificate of Sponsorship: Available
About the Role
We are currently seeking to recruit highly motivated Registered Adult Nurses to work within Surgery, Medicine, Urgent Care and Community Divisions covering the full range of specialties throughout all Health Board sites. This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified or experienced nurses to join our dedicated team.
We care for our patients 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, so you will need to have a flexible approach to work. This includes taking part in a full shift system including nights and weekend working, with some areas operating on a 12-hour shift system or three-shift system.
The successful candidate will support senior staff with the running of the medical ward on a shift-by-shift basis, be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care, and work as an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team.
Band 5 mind point salary scale applies to this position, which offers competitive pay and benefits for bank nurses working across our various healthcare facilities.
Key Responsibilities
As a Bank Registered Nurse, you will be expected to:
- Support the Senior staff with the running of the medical ward on a shift by shift basis
- Be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care
- Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team
- Develop an understanding of the requirements of the National Service Framework
- Maintain professional standards and adhere to all relevant policies and procedures
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. This reflects our commitment to serving the diverse communities of Wales and providing inclusive healthcare services.
About Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. We provide an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build their career with us.
The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff. We are committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services that meet the needs of our local communities while maintaining national standards of excellence.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes.
Our flexible working arrangements promote a healthy work-life balance, and we provide occupational health support and have ambitious plans for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support our staff at work. Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Registered Nurse: Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is essential for this position. All applicants must meet the professional standards required to practice as a registered nurse in the UK.
Essential Experience
Registered Nurse: Previous experience working as a registered nurse in a healthcare setting is essential for this bank position. This experience should demonstrate your ability to provide high-quality patient care and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Skills and Abilities
We are looking for candidates who possess strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to patient-centered care. You should be able to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrate good time management skills, and be adaptable to changing work environments.
The successful candidate will need to be flexible in their approach to work, able to work nights and weekends as required, and possess the resilience needed to work in a busy healthcare setting.
How to Apply
Apply Instructions: Apply via NHS Jobs website.
For international candidates requiring sponsorship, we recommend completing the following steps before applying:
- Verify your eligibility for UK nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Prepare your criminal record certificates from all countries where you have resided for 12+ months in the past 10 years
- Gather evidence of your English language proficiency if required
- Contact the employer directly to discuss sponsorship opportunities using the contact details below
- Complete your application through the NHS Jobs website, ensuring you clearly indicate your sponsorship requirements
Please note that all applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, please contact:
Name: Patricia Bartley
Title: Deputy Head of Nursing
Email: Patricia.Bartley@wales.nhs.uk
Phone: Not provided
For more information about Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, please visit our website: https://abuhb.nhs.wales/.
Additional Information
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.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. For further information please see the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals.
Privacy Notice: Your personal data will be processed in accordance with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board’s privacy notice, which can be viewed at: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board’s privacy notice.
Supporting Documents: The full Job description and Person Specification are available as supporting documents with this advertisement. We encourage all applicants to review these documents carefully before applying.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are particularly keen to encourage applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.