Health Care Assistant - Oldham Community

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust; Oldham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated healthcare assistant to enhance the Adult Community Nursing Service in Oldham. This vital role involves supporting registered nurses in delivering high-quality care to patients in their homes, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being. The ideal candidate will embody the values of care, appreciation, and inspiration, contributing to a team that prioritizes patient-centered service. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to professional development and work-life balance, with a competitive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working hours

Protected health and wellbeing hours

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience required.
• Experience as a Care Support Worker in health or social care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients and their families in their homes.
• Work effectively as a member of the Adult Community Nursing Team.

Skills

Good communication skills

Basic IT skills

Good organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare

Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G)

Care Certificate

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking to recruit a healthcare assistant to join our Adult Community Nursing Service in Oldham. The role will be to support the delivery of essential District Nursing services in Oldham, assisting registered nurses to provide high-quality care to patients in their own homes and other community settings.

Main duties of the job

1. To provide care to patients, their families, and carers, carrying out delegated clinical and therapeutic tasks, promoting physical, mental, and emotional health in individuals and client groups in their own homes or designated treatment rooms.
2. To work effectively as a member of the Adult Community Nursing Team.

About Us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospitals and the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust, we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering high standards of care and collaborating with local authorities and partners. We value our core principles of care, appreciation, and inspiration, and seek individuals who embody these values.

We offer roles with purpose and flexibility, with opportunities for career advancement, a competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, flexible working, and protected health and wellbeing hours to promote work-life balance.

Job Details

Date posted: 29 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 3

Salary: £24,625 to £25,674 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 236-OCO-CS099-25-B

Location: Oldham Community Services, Horton House, Oldham, OL4 1DE

Job Responsibilities

For detailed information about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification available under the supporting documents. Additional information about working at the Northern Care Alliance can be found in the attached Candidate Information Pack or on our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or a Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship, or equivalent experience
• Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G)
• Care Certificate

Knowledge, Training & Experience

• Experience as a Care Support Worker or similar in a health or social care setting
• Experience working within a team

Desirable skills include supporting healthcare staff and learners, and commitment to continuous professional development (CPD).

Skills & Abilities

• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Basic IT skills
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to travel across the Trust footprint as needed

Desirable: Full UK driving license and willingness to use own vehicle for work.

Additional Information

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and requires a criminal record check from each country of residence for the past 10 years if applicable. Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome; further details are available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer Details

Employer: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Oldham Community Services, Horton House, Oldham, OL4 1DE

Website: https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/