Healthcare Assistant - Twilight Team

CENTRAL LONDON COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Health Care Assistant to provide community-based support and care for patients under the supervision of registered nurses. Responsibilities include working in patients' homes, undertaking competency assessments, and promoting client independence. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, with a commitment to community nursing. Flexible working hours are available.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction

Car lease scheme

Flexible working options

Annual travel card loan

Training and support

Qualifications

• Interest in continuing to develop skills in community nursing.
• Ability to work flexibly according to service needs.
• Willingness to undertake competency assessments and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide general and specific care under supervision.
• Work in patients' homes and residential homes.
• Support Community Nursing Team to meet performance indicators.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Flexibility

Job description

The Health Care Assistant will provide a mixture of general and specific care to a group of patients under the guidance and supervision of a registered nurse or allied health professional. The HCA will work in patients’ own homes as well as visiting patients in residential homes. The post holder will be expected to become proficient and competent in their area of practice by undertaking competency assessments specific to the area of clinical practice. The HCA will promote optimum independence and individualised client-centred care to a delegated caseload. The post holder will also support the Community Nursing Team to deliver against key performance indicators and maintain quality of the service. The service is provided seven days per week from 4pm to 8pm across four localities in Herts Valleys.

Responsibilities

• Provide a mixture of general and specific care under the guidance and supervision of a registered nurse or allied health professional.
• Work in patients’ own homes and visit patients in residential homes.
• Undertake competency assessments to become proficient and competent in the area of clinical practice.
• Promote optimum independence and client-centred care for a delegated caseload.
• Support the Community Nursing Team to deliver against key performance indicators and maintain service quality.
• Operate as part of Twilight Community Nursing service with flexibility to cover 4pm–8pm shifts, across four localities in the Herts Valleys area.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Interest in continuing to develop skills in community nursing.
• Ability to work flexibly according to service needs.
• Excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake competency assessments and training as part of professional development.
• Based at one of four sites within the Herts Valleys area: Watford, Potters Bar (Hertsmere), St Albans and Harpenden, and Hemel Hempstead.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you. Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

• A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by local induction to introduce you to the role.
• Car lease scheme (only available for Band 5 and up).
• Flexible working options.
• Annual travel card loan.
• Training, support, and development in your career.
• For full details on pay and benefits, see the CLCH website.