Healthcare Assistant SOW Plymouth UHP

Marie Curie UK; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Plymouth seeks a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant to deliver compassionate end-of-life care. Responsibilities include supporting patients with personal care needs and working closely with a multidisciplinary team. Successful candidates will have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care and experience in caring for patients at the end of life. This role offers competitive hourly rates and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Annual leave allowance up to 27 days plus 8 public holidays

Continuous Professional Development

Defined contribution pension schemes

Industry leading training programmes

Life assurance for all employees

Qualifications

• Recent experience in caring for patients at the end of life.
• Ability to communicate sensitively and make informed decisions.
• Experience working within a Multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care to patients.
• Support patients with personal care needs while maintaining dignity.
• Communicate sensitively with patients and their loved ones.

Skills

Compassionate care

Sensitive communication

Teamwork experience

Calmness under stress

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Marie Curie, in partnership with University Hospitals Plymouth, is delivering an innovative service to transform end-of-life care in Plymouth. With only a handful of positions remaining, this is your chance to be part of a truly impactful service that focuses on identifying and supporting patients as they approach the end of their lives. This unique partnership is about more than just care, it’s about compassion, connection, and creating meaningful moments for patients and their loved ones. Don’t miss your chance to join a groundbreaking team that is shaping the future of end-of-life care in Plymouth, apply today, we’d love to hear from you.

Role

Band 2 Healthcare Assistant

Contract

Bank Hours

Location

University Hospitals Plymouth (on-site)

Hourly rate

£12.51 per hour, plus enhancements

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care to patients approaching the end of life within a multidisciplinary team.
• Support patients with personal care needs, including hygiene, nutrition, mobility and comfort, while maintaining dignity and respect.
• Assist with holistic assessments and care planning, monitor skin integrity, help with rest and sleep, and ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Communicate sensitively with patients and their loved ones, report concerns promptly, and support patients’ choices and wishes.
• Work closely with registered nurses and other healthcare professionals; help manage symptoms, observe and report changes in condition, and contribute to advance care planning.
• Provide high standards of care and emotional support during challenging moments to make a meaningful difference to patients and their families.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an equivalent Level 2 Qualification
• Recent experience in caring for and supporting patients at the end of life
• Understanding of prioritising a patient’s care, comfort and privacy
• Clear, appropriate and sensitive communicator who can make informed decisions and have difficult conversations
• Passion, knowledge and understanding of how to deliver person-centred care
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Experience working within a Multidisciplinary team, assisting in curating individual assessments and advanced care plans

What’s In It For You

• Annual leave allowance up to 27 days plus 8 public holidays
• Competitive policy for parental/sick leave
• Continuous Professional development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
• Defined contribution pension schemes
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• 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

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For more information please contact [email protected]

Advert closes on 31st October 2025.

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 [email protected]