Community Health Assistant — Home Visits

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust; North Walsham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust in North Norfolk is seeking a Community Healthcare Assistant to deliver high-quality care in patients' homes, care homes, and clinics, aligning with Trust values.

You will perform basic observations, wound care, venepuncture, insulin support, and liaise with the team to plan care, with 8:00-18:00 shifts and a supportive training programme.

Qualifications

• NVQ 2 or equivalent knowledge or experience
• NVQ 3 or equivalent
• Experience of working within a care setting

Responsibilities

• Basic observations: blood pressure, oxygen saturation, blood glucose, pulse and respiration rates
• Venepuncture and insulin administration assistance
• Basic wound care and dressing changes
• Pressure-relief equipment and ulcer risk assessment
• Organise daily patient care activities and adapt to service needs

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivated

Empathy & diplomacy

Observation & reporting

Team player

IT/keyboard skills

Education

NVQ 2 or equivalent

NVQ 3

Care setting experience

Job description

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust in North Norfolk is seeking a Community Healthcare Assistant to deliver high-quality care in patients' homes, care homes, and clinics, aligning with Trust values.

You will perform basic observations, wound care, venepuncture, insulin support, and liaise with the team to plan care, with 8:00-18:00 shifts and a supportive training programme.