Compassionate Hospice Carer — End-of-Life Support

NHS Jobs; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospice of St Francis is seeking a compassionate care role with a patient-centric approach and strong communication skills. You will work with the care-at-home team to support patients, including those at the end of life, maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding principles.

This position requires Enhanced DBS, right to work in the UK, and willingness to undertake ongoing training. A flexible, collaborative team player will thrive in this environment.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience essential.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Right to work in the UK essential.
• Empathetic with excellent communication; listen and respond sensitively.
• End-of-life care awareness and safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients with dignity, compassion and respect.
• Collaborate with Clinical colleagues and the wider Hospice team.
• Escalate issues promptly and adhere to safeguarding guidelines.
• Follow Health & Safety, infection control and lone worker policy.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality safeguarding

Flexible adaptable

Training & development

End-of-life care empathy

Team player

Listening and responding

Education

Care certificate desirable

Job description

Hospice of St Francis is seeking a compassionate care role with a patient-centric approach and strong communication skills. You will work with the care-at-home team to support patients, including those at the end of life, maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding principles.

This position requires Enhanced DBS, right to work in the UK, and willingness to undertake ongoing training. A flexible, collaborative team player will thrive in this environment.