Healthcare Assistant - Middlesbrough

Marie Curie UK; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospice care provider is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant for night shifts in Middlesbrough. The role involves supporting patients with life-limiting illnesses, ensuring their comfort and dignity, and managing care plans. Applicants must hold a relevant qualification and have experience in palliative care. This position offers competitive pay and numerous benefits, emphasizing personal and professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Continuous professional development

Loan schemes for bikes, computers, navigation

Life assurance for all employees

Qualifications

• Relevant palliative community experience required.
• Recent experience caring for people with life-limiting illness.
• UK driving licence with access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with hygiene needs.
• Administer medications and maintain records.
• Offer emotional support to patients and families.

Skills

Emotional strength

Ability to work independently

Monitoring symptoms

Providing emotional support

Education

S/NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Marie Curie Hospice Care at Home Overnight Service in Middlesbrough. This is a permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week) working nights from 10pm to 7am. The salary is on the Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC Band 2 £24,465 pro rata per annum plus enhancements. Based in Middlesbrough Community.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will provide essential support to patients and their families during challenging times. Our team offers free specialist palliative care and support to individuals with life-limiting illnesses, along with emotional support to loved ones.

We emphasise one-to-one care and opportunities for meaningful interactions with patients and their families in their own homes. You will work independently within the patient’s established care plan and use your initiative to support care delivery.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include assisting patients with hygiene needs, monitoring symptoms, administering medications, maintaining detailed records, and offering emotional support to both patients and their families.

What We’re Looking For

• S/NVQ Level 2/3 qualification or an equivalent certificate/diploma
• Relevant palliative community experience
• Emotional strength and the ability to work independently; we provide ongoing training and support
• Recent experience of caring for people with life-limiting illness or palliative care needs
• UK driving licence with access to a car and business insurance; travel up to a 25 mile radius from home

Benefits

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
• Competitive policy for parental/sick leave
• Continuous professional development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Defined contribution pension schemes
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Loan schemes for bikes, computers and navigation systems
• Marie Curie Blue Light Card and Benefit Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance for all employees

How to Apply

To apply, upload your most recent CV demonstrating how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie. For more information or an informal chat please contact [email protected].

Additional Information: This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS criminal record check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply. Marie Curie is committed to safeguarding all our people and promoting diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace. We are a Stonewall champion and welcome applications from diverse cultures, perspectives and experiences. We are happy to accommodate reasonable adjustments; please email any requests to [email protected].