Health Care Assistant

Ashgate Hospicecare; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Ashgate Hospicecare in Chesterfield is seeking a part-time Healthcare Assistant for our Inpatient Unit to provide personalised care with dignity and comfort. You will support patients with personal care, mobility and nutrition alongside the nursing team in a multidisciplinary environment focused on palliative and end-of-life care.

We offer a supportive workplace prioritising wellbeing, with development opportunities to gain specialist palliative care skills.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Care Certificate or willingness to complete.
• Experience providing personal care in a healthcare or care setting.
• Understanding of compassionate, person-centred care.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to document care accurately.
• Reliable, flexible and professional approach.
• Commitment to Ashgate Hospice values.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised care and support to patients with personal care, mobility and nutritional needs.
• Work with registered nurses and multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, person-centred care.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Assist with clinical observations and document care accurately.

Skills

GCSE Maths & English

Care Certificate

Personal care experience

Compassionate, person-centred care

Communication & teamwork

Documentation of care

Flexibility & professionalism

Ashgate Hospice values

Education

Care Certificate or willingness to complete

Level 2/3 Health and Social Care qualification

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Job summary

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant looking for a meaningful role in a supportive environment? Our Inpatient Unit provides exceptional palliative and end of life care to patients and those important to them, and we are looking for people who share our commitment to kindness, dignity and compassion.

Following a new funding agreement with Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board, we are increasing our inpatient capacity from eight to 10 beds, creating additional opportunities to join our team.

You’ll be part of a highly supportive multidisciplinary team, working in an environment where there is time to care, strong professional relationships, and a genuine focus on dignity, comfort and person-centred care. Whether you already have hospice experience or are keen to develop your skills in palliative care, we would welcome your application.

We offer a supportive working environment where your wellbeing is a priority, alongside opportunities for professional development and qualifications. You will have the chance to develop specialist palliative care skills while working in a role where your compassion, kindness and care will make a real difference to patients and those important to them.

Main duties of the job

As a Healthcare Assistant in our Inpatient Unit, you will provide personalised care and support to patients with personal care, mobility and nutritional needs. Working alongside registered nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will help deliver holistic, person-centred care that promotes dignity, comfort and quality of life.

You will provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and families during challenging times, assist with clinical observations, and accurately document care delivered. You will also contribute to maintaining a safe, compassionate and supportive environment for patients receiving palliative and end of life care.

About us

Ashgate Hospice offers free, specialist, compassionate care for adults living with life-limiting or incurable illnesses, including cancer, neurological diseases, and advanced heart, kidney and lung conditions. Based in North Derbyshire, we support people and those important to them through a range of free and fee-paying services.

Each year, we support over 2,640 people, helping them to manage symptoms, stay informed about their care, and maintain the best possible quality of life from diagnosis onwards. We also provide vital support to those important to them, including practical and emotional support, as well as bereavement care when someone has died.

Details

Date posted: 26 October 2026

Salary: £25,677 to £25,997 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: ASH1240439

Location: Ashgate Hospice, Ashgate Road, Old Brampton, Chesterfield, S42 7JD

Please note: This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under UK immigration rules, and we are therefore unable to support applications from candidates who require this sponsorship to work in the UK.

Additional information

• This role requires participation in a rotational rota, provided at least 8 weeks in advance.
• Day shifts: 07:00 to 19:30
• Night shifts: 19:00 to 07:30
• Shorter day shifts may be available to support flexibility
• Twilight shifts (tbc) may also be required
• A DBS check will be required as part of the pre-employment process
• We encourage staff vaccination against COVID-19 and flu unless exempt

Person Specification

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)
• Care Certificate or willingness to complete
• Experience providing personal care in a healthcare or care setting
• Understanding of compassionate, person-centred care
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work within role boundaries and prioritise workload
• Ability to communicate sensitively with patients and families
• Ability to document care accurately
• Reliable, flexible and professional approach
• Commitment to learning and development
• Commitment to Ashgate Hospice values

Desirable

• Level 2/3 Health and Social Care qualification
• Experience in palliative, hospice or end of life care
• Experience using electronic patient records systems such as SystmOne

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer contact details

Ward Leader: Karen Walker, [e-mail], 01246 568801

Employer website: https://www.ashgatehospicecare.org.uk/