Community Healthcare Assistant - Adult Community Nursing

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a dynamic Healthcare Assistant to join their team. This role involves supporting patients in their own homes and local communities. Ideal candidates should have enthusiasm for high-quality care, and while healthcare experience is desirable, full training will be provided. Responsibilities include assisting in clinical tasks and empowering patients. Benefits include ongoing training and support for career development.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Support to complete Care Certificate

Opportunities to work within a multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Desire to start a career in healthcare.
• Existing Band 3 Healthcare Assistants seeking development.

Responsibilities

• Undertake non-complex clinical procedures under guidance.
• Empower patients to regain health and independence.
• Keep accurate records according to policy.
• Assist registered staff in care and treatment.

Skills

Community or healthcare experience

Insulin administration

Wound care

Clinical observations

Catheter care

Venepuncture

Job description

Overview

We are looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated, and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant who is passionate about delivering high-quality care within a community setting. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join the Adur Primary Care Network Community Team, supporting patients in their own homes and local community.

Target Candidate

• Individuals seeking to start a career in healthcare.
• Existing Band 3 Healthcare Assistants who wish to develop their clinical knowledge and practice within a community environment.

Skills & Experience

Community or healthcare experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. You will gain skills in:

• Insulin administration
• Wound care
• Clinical observations
• Catheter care
• Venepuncture

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake non‑complex clinical procedures under the guidance of senior team members, e.g. venepuncture, patient‑specific sub‑cutaneous injections, sample collection, blood pressure monitoring, medication management, wound care, catheter care and other tasks according to training and competencies.
• Recognise their responsibility and accountability in accepting delegated tasks.
• Empower patients to regain their health and independence in collaboration with other members of the multi‑professional team.
• Liaise with clients, colleagues, family and other professionals to ensure integrated quality care is provided.
• Keep accurate, timely records according to Trust policy.
• Escalate and report patient progress/status on a shift‑by‑shift basis to senior team members.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability working across community teams according to service needs.
• Commit to undertaking training and education to progress clinical skills as indicated by service development needs.
• Respond effectively and actively to complaints and escalations following departmental policies.
• Assist registered staff in care and treatment and participate in the review process.
• Promote equality for all, including the maintenance of confidentiality, respecting individual customs, values and spiritual beliefs, and ensuring anti‑discriminatory practices are demonstrated.

Benefits & Career Development

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, including clinical skills and leadership pathways.
• Support to complete Care Certificate and progress towards higher clinical roles.
• Opportunities to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

About Us

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays. Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community.