Home-Based Health Care Assistant – District Nursing

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in Salford is seeking a motivated Health Care Assistant to join its Community District Nursing team. The role involves providing holistic care to patients in their homes, supporting health and social needs alongside a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must possess an NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare and a full UK driving license. This position offers a chance to grow in a supportive environment, with a competitive benefits package and opportunities for continuous professional development.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Flexible working opportunities

Protected hours for health and wellbeing activities

Qualifications

• Must hold a FULL UK driving license and own a car for work purposes.
• Experience of working as a Care Support Worker or equivalent in a Health or Social care setting.
• Commitment to undertaking continuous professional development (CPD).

Responsibilities

• Work alongside a team with full support from the Team Leader.
• Provide varied patient care to meet health and social needs.
• Coordinate care with the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Good communication

Basic IT skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to travel

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare

GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G

Care Certificate

Job description

A leading NHS trust in Salford is seeking a motivated Health Care Assistant to join its Community District Nursing team. The role involves providing holistic care to patients in their homes, supporting health and social needs alongside a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must possess an NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare and a full UK driving license. This position offers a chance to grow in a supportive environment, with a competitive benefits package and opportunities for continuous professional development.