Compassionate Healthcare Support Worker: Flexible Day/Night Shifts

Skanda Vale Hospice; Craig Ias; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction

Role-specific training

Ongoing supervision and development

Bank hours available

12.07% holiday pay entitlement

Job summary

Skanda Vale Hospice in the United Kingdom seeks caring staff to cover pre-booked respite weeks with day or night shifts, including occasional overnight care. You will provide personal care, monitor wellbeing and report changes to the nursing team, often alongside volunteers.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centred support, teamwork and adherence to infection control and hospice policies. Training and development are provided, with flexibility for contracted or bank hours.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Previous healthcare support experience.
• Night shifts require staying awake for the full shift.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate personal care, supporting comfort, dignity and wellbeing.
• Offer emotional support and a calm presence to patients and families.
• Observe patients closely, report changes and maintain care records.
• Follow infection control and health and safety regulations.
• Work with the team on holistic care, care planning and decision-making.
• Take part in training and development offered by the hospice.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Team player

Basic IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Skanda Vale Hospice in the United Kingdom seeks caring staff to cover pre-booked respite weeks with day or night shifts, including occasional overnight care. You will provide personal care, monitor wellbeing and report changes to the nursing team, often alongside volunteers.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centred support, teamwork and adherence to infection control and hospice policies. Training and development are provided, with flexibility for contracted or bank hours.