Health Care Assistant – In Patient Unit – Permanent and Bank positions available

St Michael's Hospice; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in St Leonards is looking for enthusiastic Health Care Assistants to join their In Patient Unit. In this role, you will work as part of a skilled team to provide holistic care for patients and support their families. Responsibilities include delivering compassionate end-of-life care and ensuring that personal goals of patients are met. This position offers benefits such as subsidised meals and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Subsidised employee meals

Free refreshments

Free parking

Supportive supervision

Professional development support

Responsibilities

• Support the holistic needs of patients and their families.
• Deliver compassionate and dignified care for patients at the end of life.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses and healthcare professionals.

Job description

At St Michael’s Hospice, we are committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients and their families. As a member of our clinical team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

We have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic, motivated and flexible Health Care Assistants to join our In Patient Unit, both on a permanent contract and bank.

As a key member of a skilled interdisciplinary team, you will support the holistic needs of patients, their families and carers. Working alongside our Registered Nurses and other healthcare professionals, you will deliver the highest standards of service, including compassionate and dignified care for patients at the end of life and those closest to them, ensuring that personal goals and priorities are fulfilled.

Benefits

• Subsidised employee meals and free refreshments
• Free parking
• Supportive supervision and a proactive Education Department to support with your continued professional development

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to investing in their professional development and well-being. We invite you to join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Please note CVs will not be accepted, unless candidates are unable to complete the application form due to a disability, in which case please contact the HR team.

PLEASE NOTE that to apply for this role and for more information please visit our website www.stmichaelshospice.com.

Closing date: Sunday 21st December 2025

Interview date: Friday 2nd January 2026