Healthcare Assistant Devon

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Healthcare Assistants to provide compassionate care to patients with terminal illnesses. This role is vital for enhancing quality of life and supporting families through challenging times. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will work flexible night shifts, ensuring personalized care tailored to each patient's needs. With comprehensive training and support, you will make a significant impact in the lives of those you serve. Join a team that values your professional growth and offers competitive benefits, including generous leave and pension schemes.

Benefits

Season ticket loan

Defined contribution pension scheme

Loan schemes for bikes and computers

Childcare cost assistance

Marie Curie Blue Light Card

Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme

Life assurance

27 days annual leave

Free DBS check

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in End-of-Life Care is essential.
• Must have a valid UK driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hygiene and medication support for patients.
• Provide one-to-one care to support patients in their homes.

Skills

End-of-Life Care

Palliative Care

Emotional Strength

Independent Work

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

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Salary Information: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC BAND 2 £22,383 pro rata per annum, plus enhancements

Hours/Contract: Permanent Night Shifts - Full time, Part Time and Bank

Based: Devon - within 25 miles of your home address

Closing date: 11th August 2024

Interview date: Interviews will be held weekly

As a Healthcare Assistant with Marie Curie, you'll be there for people in their time of greatest need. We provide free specialist care and support to patients with terminal illnesses while offering vital emotional support for their families. It's all about giving them the best possible quality of life. The support we offer is tailored to meet individuals' medical, social, spiritual, and emotional needs.

• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
• Defined contribution schemes for Pension (the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
• Loan schemes for bikes, computers, and satellite navigation systems
• Introduce a friend scheme; help with childcare costs (T & C’s apply)
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance – for all employees

What’s in it for you:

• Annual leave allowance: 27 days, plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
• Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be most recent continuous service immediately prior to joining MC with no breaks of service)
• Competitive policy for parental/sick leave
• Continuous professional development – Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional growth
• Industry-leading training programmes
• Flexible working
• Free DBS check
• Free uniform
• Enhancements: 41% x your basic salary per hour for Saturdays & weekday night duty (8pm to 6am); 83% x your basic salary per hour for Sundays and Public Bank Holidays
• Mileage allowance of 45p per mile
• Paid for whole training and travel between patients

What we are looking for:

• An NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or demonstrable experience in End-of-Life Care
• Current valid driving licence allowing you to drive in the UK; use of a car insured for business use is essential
• Relevant experience in Palliative Care is desirable
• Emotional strength and ability to work independently are crucial, though ongoing training and support will be provided
• Ability to work night shifts is essential
• Access to a computer and internet to meet mandatory training requirements

With experience in End of Life care, you're prepared to make a real difference. Our approach is one-to-one, allowing for meaningful contact with patients and families, typically in their homes. Duties include assisting with hygiene, monitoring symptoms, medication support, and detailed record-keeping. Basic understanding of symptom control is essential.

Our night services run from 10pm to 7am, providing one-to-one care to support patients with palliative diagnoses in their own homes.

For more information or an informal chat, please contact our Clinical Nurse Manager, Jennifer Evanson, at 07515134423 or