Healthcare Assistant (23 Hours)

St Peter & St James Hospice; Lewes; Sur place; GBP 14 000 - 17 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

St Peter & St James Hospice in Lewes is seeking Healthcare Assistants to join the inpatient ward team. You will support Registered Nurses in delivering high-quality, person-centred palliative care to patients and their loved ones.

This permanent, part-time role is 23 hours per week across two shifts (11.5 hours each) with a flexible rota across Mon-Sun, including nights and bank holidays. Salary is £15,530 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare team within a healthcare setting.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Excellent communication and English language ability.
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and adapt to changing situations.
• Willingness to undertake ongoing learning and development.

Responsabilités

• Provide high-quality personal care under supervision.
• Support delivery of patient-centred palliative care.
• Monitor and report changes in patients' conditions to the nursing team.
• Assist with meals, nutrition, hydration and mobility needs.
• Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to care evaluations.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.

Connaissances

Healthcare teamwork

Communication skills

IT literacy

English language

Confidentiality awareness

Formation

Level 2 Apprenticeship or Diploma in a health-related subject

Outils

NHS IT systems

Description du poste

Are you a caring and compassionate individual who wants to make a real difference in the lives of people with life-limiting illnesses? Do you have experience working in a healthcare setting and a passion for delivering person-centred care?

We're looking for dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our inpatient ward team at St Peter & St James Hospice. In this rewarding role, you'll support Registered Nurses in delivering high-quality, individualised palliative care to patients and those important to them, helping to ensure comfort, dignity, and wellbeing throughout their hospice journey.

Job Details:

Location: St Peter & St James Hospice, North Common Rd, North Chailey, BN8 4ED

Salary: £15,530 Pro rata (£25,321 Full-time Equivalent)

Working Hours: 23 ( 2 shifts a week, 11.5 hours a day)

Contract: Permanent part- time

Shifts: Flexible rota across Monday to Sunday, including nights, weekends and bank holidays

What You'll Do:

• Provide high-quality personal care to patients under the guidance of Registered Nurses
• Support the delivery of individualised, patient-centred palliative care
• Monitor and report changes in patients' conditions to the nursing team
• Assist patients with meals, nutrition, hydration and mobility needs
• Undertake extended Healthcare Assistant duties, when assessed as competent, under appropriate supervision
• Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to care evaluations
• Provide emotional support to patients and those important to them during challenging times
• Help maintain a safe, clean and supportive ward environment
• Work collaboratively as part of the wider multidisciplinary team

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working as part of a healthcare team in a healthcare setting
• Confidence using IT systems, alongside good literacy and numeracy skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a good command of spoken and written English
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection requirements
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and respond effectively to changing situations
• Motivation to develop your knowledge and skills and undertake ongoing learning
• Ability to provide compassionate care while managing sensitive and emotional situations appropriately
• Commitment to treating all patients with dignity, respect and cultural sensitivity
• Access to your own transport due to our rural location

Desirable:

• Evidence of a Level 2 Apprenticeship or Diploma in a health-related subject
• Willingness to work towards a Care Certificate, NVQ Level 2 or 3, or further study in palliative care
• Understanding of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England
• An appreciation of palliative care principles and philosophy

Please find the full job description and person specification at the bottom of this webpage.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and compassionate team committed to delivering outstanding palliative and end-of-life care. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities, a welcoming working environment, and the chance to make a meaningful difference every day. For informal enquiries, please contact our IPU Ward Manager, Alice Thomas at .