Healthcare Assistant

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an outstanding-rated healthcare trust as a Health Care Assistant. This role offers the chance to provide compassionate care in a supportive environment, assisting patients in their final days and helping them regain independence. With a structured induction and opportunities for professional development, you can grow your career in healthcare. Enjoy flexible working patterns and a referral bonus for bringing in new team members. Be part of a community-focused organization that values diversity and well-being.

Benefits

Flexible Working Patterns

Professional Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus

Enhanced Pay for Weekend/Public Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in patient care is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn and develop in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in providing individualized patient care.
• Support patients in achieving independence and mobility.
• Engage in therapeutic activities with patients.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Healthcare Training

Nursing Apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title: Health Care Assistant

Are you a caring individual looking to work in an outstanding rated Trust? Tarrant Ward, based at Blandford Community Hospital, is seeking either experienced or new-to-care Health Care Assistants to join their team.

About the Role: As a Health Care Assistant, you will work alongside a multidisciplinary team in our two palliative care suites, providing the best care to patients and their families in their last weeks or days of life. Our Elderly Rehabilitation and End of Life Care unit has achieved a nationally recognized Gold Standard Framework award for end-of-life care.

We offer a structured induction programme and opportunities for professional development, including Trainee Nursing Apprenticeships and Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeships.

Development Opportunities: For those new to care with no healthcare experience, we provide a development plan to progress from a band 2 to a band 3 Health Care Assistant upon successful completion.

Employment Details: This is a full-time position, with flexible part-time options available (minimum 22.5 hours). We offer various flexible working patterns:

• Early: 07:30 – 15:30
• Late: 12:30 – 20:30
• Long Day: 07:30 – 20:30
• Nights: 20:15 – 07:45

Weekend and public holiday shifts are paid at an enhanced rate. Please note, applications requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship are ineligible.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist registered nursing staff in providing high-quality, individualized care to patients, relatives, and carers.
• Support patients in gaining independence and mobility for safe discharge.
• Participate in therapeutic activities for patients.

We prioritize our staff's well-being and invest in their personal and professional development.

Referral Bonus: Recommend a friend or family member to join us and earn a £500 reward if they are appointed and complete their probation.

At Dorset HealthCare, we aim to empower people through outstanding healthcare services. Rated 'outstanding' by CQC in 2019, we serve a diverse community across Dorset with a workforce of 7,000 dedicated staff.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

For further details or informal visits, contact: Tammy Andrews, Senior Sister, email: [e-mail], phone: [phone]