Bank Hospice Community Carer/HCA

The Methodist Church in Britain; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured induction

Free onsite parking

Wide range of free training courses

Personal development opportunities

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a bank-based Community Carer and HCA to provide hands-on personal care in clients’ homes. The role offers flexible hours as shifts become available, with duties ranging from daily living support to end-of-life care.

Applicants should have at least 3 years’ experience, an enhanced DBS, a full driving licence and reliable transport. Visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in an equivalent care role.
• Enhanced DBS check.
• Right to work in the UK without restrictions.
• Car driver with access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support in clients' homes.
• Assist with personal care including washing, dressing, toileting and grooming.
• Support mobility, transfers and safe use of equipment.
• Prepare meals and assist with eating and drinking.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Personal care

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Issue escalation

Education

Care Certificate / NVQ2

Job description

A bank Community Carer and HCA post with Care for Good, the private home care service linked to The Hospice of St Francis and its Rapid Personalised Care Service. Visits are taken up as they become available, as the role is bank-based. The work is hands-on personal care in people's own homes, for clients from light support to those nearing end of life. Candidates need at least three years' experience in an equivalent role, an enhanced DBS and their own car, and no visa sponsorship is offered.

What the job involves

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support tailored to each patient's or client's needs
• Assist with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting and grooming
• Support mobility, transfers and the safe use of equipment
• Prepare meals and help with eating and drinking where required
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Administer or prompt medication in line with care plans
• Carry out light household tasks to keep the home safe
• Record and report accurately on care and any changes in wellbeing
• Update care notes in the home
• Work with families, healthcare professionals and the wider care team
• Follow health and safety, fire, infection control and lone worker policies, and complete mandatory training
• Safeguard the interests of patients, clients and their families

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years' previous experience in an equivalent care role

Skills & knowledge

• Competence to deliver direct and intimate personal care
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing needs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding principles
• Ability to elevate issues where necessary

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK without restrictions
• Car driver, with access to a car

Other

• Resilience in complex and emotionally challenging situations
• Sensitive approach when caring for people at the end of life
• Reliable and punctual, with good time management
• Shared values of discretion, respect and a passion for caring for others
• Commitment to the aims and ethos of the Hospice, Care for Good and the RPCS
• Ability to take initiative in ensuring dignity, comfort and care

Nice to have

• Care Certificate or NVQ level 2 in care

What's offered

• Structured induction
• Supportive team environment
• Free onsite parking
• Wide range of free training courses
• Personal development opportunities