Healthcare Assistant - North Wales – Betsi Cadwalader

Integrated Care System; Caernarfon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in North Wales is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to deliver compassionate, person-centred end-of-life care. The role requires NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care and at least 6 months of care experience. Employees enjoy generous annual leave, competitive parental/sick leave policies, and various financial benefits for transportation and equipment. This is a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a crucial time in patients' lives.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Competitive parental/sick leave policy

Industry-leading training programmes

Season ticket loan

Defined contribution pension scheme

Loan schemes for bikes and computers

Introduce a friend scheme

Eyecare cost assistance

Marie Curie Blue Light Card

Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme

Life assurance for all employees

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of recent care delivery experience in a health or social care setting.
• A valid driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic, person-centred end of life care.
• Support patients with personal care, symptom management, and emotional support.
• Contribute to care planning and help maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathetic conversations

Palliative and end-of-life care knowledge

Planning and prioritizing care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Functional skills in numeracy and literacy at Level 2

Job description

Healthcare Assistant - North Wales – Betsi Cadwalader

Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness they're likely to die from.

Main duties of the job

As a Healthcare Assistant, youll be a vital part of a multidisciplinary team delivering holistic, person-centred end of life care. Working under the guidance of registered professionals, youll support patients and those important to them with personal care, symptom management, and emotional support.

Youll contribute to care planning, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe and dignified environment. This is a compassionate and hands-on role where youll make a meaningful difference in peoples lives during their final stages, while also supporting their loved ones through grief and bereavement.

About us

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to [e-mail]

Job responsibilities

Salary:Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 2 (aligned with AFC) £24,833 pro rata per annum + enhancements

Contract:Permanent Night shifts, 18 hours per week

Based:Community Based North Wales Anglesey & Gwynedd

What's in it for you:

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
• Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
• Industry leading training programmes
• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
• Defined contribution schemes for Pension
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Introduce a friend scheme
• Help with eyecare cost
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance for all employees

What were looking for:

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent Level 2 qualification (e.g. NCFE, BTEC), plus functional skills in numeracy and literacy at Level 2
• At least 6 months of recent care delivery experience in a health or social care setting
• Strong communication skills with the ability to hold person-centred, empathetic conversations and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of palliative and end of life care, including holistic care planning and symptom management
• Ability to plan and prioritise care, respond to changes in patient condition, and escalate appropriately
• A valid driving license and access to a vehicle

Please see the full job description here:https://mariecurie.pagetiger.com/ddmteay/1

Application Process

• Close date for applications:TBC
• Interview Dates:TBC
• As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and covering letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.

For further information or to arrange an informal chat please contact our Hiring Manager Zoe Evans [e-mail]

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent Level 2 qualification (e.g. NCFE, BTEC), plus functional skills in numeracy and literacy at Level 2. At least 6 months of recent care delivery experience in a health or social care setting.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent Level 2 qualification (e.g. NCFE, BTEC), plus functional skills in numeracy and literacy at Level 2

Experience

• At least 6 months of recent care delivery experience in a health or social care setting
• Knowledge of palliative and end of life care, including holistic care planning and symptom management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.