HealthCare Assistant | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider is seeking Band 3 HealthCare Assistants in Sherborne, UK, to deliver patient-centred care and support rehabilitation efforts. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset, along with a dedication to improving patient outcomes. This role offers opportunities for career development within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Support with applications and interviews

Qualifications

• Demonstrated patient-centred care with strong clinical skills.
• Eligibility to work in the UK without needing sponsorship.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care.
• Deliver planned care in collaboration with the team.
• Manage patients under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Contribute to assessment and planning of care.
• Promote health and prevent ill health.

Skills

Patient-centred care

Teamwork

Strong communication

Assessment skills

Interest in rehabilitation

Job description

Overview

Beech ward is a 12‑bed unit providing rehabilitation and end of life care within a community hospital. We are recruiting Band 3 HealthCare Assistants who have a keen interest in rehabilitation, Frailty and End of Life Care, a patient‑centred approach, and strong teamwork and communication skills. Applicants should be motivated to make a real difference with a caring and compassionate attitude.

We are a forward thinking, supportive multidisciplinary team with ongoing development opportunities across Dorset HealthCare.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high‑quality, person‑centred approach to care delivery, always considering patients’ privacy, dignity and safety.
• Deliver planned care to a group of patients in collaboration with the multi‑disciplinary team and in accordance with Trust policies and protocols.
• Work effectively as part of a team and provide support/guidance to less experienced staff and learners as needed.
• Manage a defined group of patients/service users under the indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, undertaking a range of delegated tasks independently using evidence‑based, client‑centred principles.
• Contribute to ongoing assessment, planning, implementation and monitoring of patient/service user care, escalating to a senior registered practitioner as appropriate.
• Promote health and prevent ill health, contributing to integrated care.
• Plan and undertake clinical tasks guided by standard operating procedures and protocols, within the scope of the HealthCare Assistant role.
• Undertake delegated clinical skills within the scope of practice after suitable training, and adhere to local and national guidance.

Qualifications and requirements

• Demonstrated patient‑centred care, with strong clinical and communication skills and a ’can do’ attitude.
• Excellent team‑working, communication and assessment skills.
• A keen interest in rehabilitation/Frailty and End of Life Care.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (note: applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are ineligible).
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required; Dorset HealthCare will cover the DBS cost. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS Update Service may present a valid certificate in place of a new check.

Additional information

We offer development opportunities to enhance caring skills and career progression within Dorset HealthCare. If you would like support with applications or interview skills, Dorset HealthCare provides an employability service.

Closing date: This advert closes on Monday 29 Sep 2025