Community Health Care Assistant (Evenings)

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Community Health Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. This part-time role offers the chance to provide vital nursing interventions during evenings, ensuring quality care for patients in their homes. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, empathy, and a commitment to delivering high-quality services. With a focus on patient-centered care, this position allows you to make a real difference in the lives of individuals while working within a supportive team environment. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a compassionate team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Living Wage Supplement

Induction Program

Inclusive Recruitment Practices

Qualifications

• Related qualification or willingness to complete an apprenticeship.
• Completion of or working towards a level 3 qualification in a relevant subject.
• Ability to demonstrate work procedures and skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing services using a person-centered approach.
• Provide quality care to patients in their homes.
• Support the team in achieving high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Basic Wound Management

Risk Assessment

Education

Healthcare Assistant Qualification

Apprenticeship in Healthcare

Care Certificate

Job description

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Community Health Care Assistant (Evenings), Cheshire

Client:

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Cheshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

018662be1591

Job Views:

9

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, inspiring, and reliable Community Health Care Assistant, who is willing to support and deliver a range of high-quality nursing interventions in the out-of-hours period.

A commitment to support our team in delivering high-quality services is essential, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to be adaptable, trustworthy, and approachable.

We are a welcoming, compassionate, and highly motivated team dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for our patients. We seek someone with similar values and behaviors to join us.

Part-time position - 15 hours per week.

CWP has adopted the Living Wage. Where the standard Agenda for Change hourly rate is below the Living Wage, pay will be supplemented to this level.

Main duties of the job

Working within our integrated team, you will undertake duties involving the delivery of nursing services using a person-centered approach. This involves providing quality care to patients in their own homes or in long-term care settings, aiming to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions.

Since the role involves visiting patients in their environments, access to transport is essential.

Working for our organization

CWP provides health and care services, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health, and all-age disability care, including three GP surgeries.

Our goal is to help people be the best they can be, using a compassionate, person-centered approach. We were rated Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission and have an overall Good rating.

We offer various roles at all levels, whether you're starting your career or seeking to utilize your skills in a new role. CWP is the right employer for you.

We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices, promoting equality and diversity, and valuing differences.

New starters receive up to three weeks of induction through our Prepare to Care program, designed to help you grow and succeed with CWP.

We welcome applications from individuals with direct experience of accessing our services.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please download the full job description for detailed information.

Recruitment is based on competence and values, emphasizing the Trust’s Values and Behaviors—the 6 Cs: Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion, and Commitment. Applicants should reflect these values in their application, providing examples from work or personal life.

A guide to support your application process is available at the bottom of the page. For assistance, contact our recruitment team via email or call 01244 393100.

If you have a disability meeting the Equality Act 2010 criteria and meet the essential role requirements, answer ‘YES’ to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme question. Please inform us of any special support needs for the interview process.

CWP is an accredited Veteran Aware organization, committed to supporting armed forces community and delivering on the Armed Force Covenant. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for armed forces applicants meeting the essential criteria.

Applicants will pay for their DBS check, with costs deducted from salary after appointment. Enrolment in the DBS Update Service is encouraged, with an annual fee of £13.

New NHS entrants will start at the minimum of the salary scale. Early applications are advised as the vacancy may close early if filled.

For technical support during application, contact our Recruitment Team at 01244 393100.

Good luck with your application. We look forward to welcoming you to Team CWP.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Related qualification or willingness to complete an apprenticeship relevant to the Healthcare Assistant role.
• Completion of or working towards an apprenticeship and qualification at level 3 or above in a relevant subject.
• Ability to demonstrate work procedures, practices, knowledge, and skills.
• Completion of or commitment to complete the Care Certificate (CWP in-house 2-day training within 3 months).

Knowledge and Expertise

• Understanding of confidentiality, empathy, and sensitivity.
• Basic wound management.
• Basic risk assessments and record keeping.

Experience

• Providing quality care while adhering to Trust policies, working towards the Care Certificate.
• Experience working collaboratively with colleagues, teams, and service users.
• Supporting others in care settings, whether professionally or through lived experience.
• Basic clinical skills such as venepuncture, skin care, wound care, and clinical observations.
• Experience in community care, including personal care provision.