Home-Based Palliative Care Support Worker

HOSPICE IN ROSSENDALE; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pay for unsocial hours

Mileage paid 55p per mile

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Rossendale Hospice is seeking a Palliative Support Worker to join our community team in Rossendale. You will provide practical and basic nursing care and emotional support to patients at home, under the direction of Registered Nurses.

We value healthcare experience, DBS checks, and a full UK driving licence. The role offers permanent employment, 18 hours per week with enhanced pay for unsocial hours and a monthly salary pro rata.

Qualifications

• Healthcare experience essential, ideally with life-limiting conditions.
• NVQ Level 2 in Care or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Visit patients in the Rossendale community and provide practical/basic nursing care.
• Offer emotional support under direction of Registered Nurses.
• Maintain high standards of care and professionalism.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Care

Job description

Rossendale Hospice is seeking a Palliative Support Worker to join our community team in Rossendale. You will provide practical and basic nursing care and emotional support to patients at home, under the direction of Registered Nurses.

We value healthcare experience, DBS checks, and a full UK driving licence. The role offers permanent employment, 18 hours per week with enhanced pay for unsocial hours and a monthly salary pro rata.