Healthcare Assistant

Recovery Focus; Calderdale; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Life assurance (3× annual salary)

Birthday leave

Professional fee reimbursement

24/7 online GP access

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Waythrough is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality care in Calderdale. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, assisting with assessments, health monitoring, harm reduction, and patient-centered support for individuals facing health challenges.

The role offers permanent employment with 37 hours per week (part-time considered) and a salary of £25,878–£34,240, with training provided.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills
• Experience in a health, care or support environment
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding

Responsibilities

• Support clinicians in delivering healthcare assessments and interventions
• Carry out delegated clinical procedures following training and competency assessment
• Support service users with physical health needs and wellbeing
• Deliver harm reduction advice including overdose prevention and health promotion
• Assist with alcohol assessments and community detoxification programmes
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records
• Ensure infection control standards are met
• Provide information and signposting to health and community services
• Participate in service improvement activities and audits

Skills

Literacy and numeracy

IT skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Experience in health/care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Healthcare Assistant Location: Calderdale Working Hours: 37 (Part time hours considered) Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £25,877.80 - £34,240.03 Please note, appropriate training will be provided for the right candidate. Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.

About Waythrough

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers. Make a real difference in your community Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality care to individuals accessing our service. Working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, you will help deliver healthcare interventions, promote physical wellbeing, and provide practical support to people affected by substance misuse and associated health needs. This is a varied role involving direct patient care, health assessments, harm reduction interventions, outreach work, and supporting service users throughout their treatment and recovery journey.

Key Duties

• Support clinicians in delivering healthcare assessments and interventions.
• Carry out delegated clinical procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment.
• Support service users with their physical health needs and overall wellbeing.
• Deliver harm reduction advice, including overdose prevention and health promotion.
• Assist with alcohol assessments and community detoxification programmes.
• Undertake health monitoring activities and record outcomes accurately.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely clinical records.
• Ensure clinical environments are safe, clean, and compliant with infection control standards.
• Provide information, advice, and signposting to appropriate health and community services.
• Participate in service improvement activities, audits, and ongoing professional development.

About You

You will be a caring and professional individual with a genuine passion for helping people improve their health and wellbeing. You will have:

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Experience working in a health, care, or support environment.
• An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• The ability to work both independent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A non-judgemental approach when working with vulnerable people.
• An awareness of the challenges faced by individuals affected by drug and alcohol use, mental health, or social exclusion.
• Most importantly, you will be committed to treating people with kindness, respect, and dignity while delivering excellent person-centred care.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
• Life assurance (3× annual salary)
• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
• 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
• £500 Recommend a Friend bonus
• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.

Closing Date: 2026-11-30

Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. In April 2026, Aquarius, our former subsidiary partner, merged with Waythrough. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. We have 260 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 130,000 people.