Nursing Assistant (Inpatient Units & Hospice at Home)

The Myton Hospices; Warwick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare charity based in Warwick is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate care for patients with life-limiting illnesses. The role involves supporting registered nurses, conducting home visits, and maintaining patient records. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a NVQ/QCF level 3 qualification. The charity values inclusivity and welcomes diverse applications. Join a supportive team committed to making a difference in the community and enjoy benefits like an NHS pension and 28 days leave.

Benefits

NHS pension

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Free parking at hospice sites

Dedicated staff wellbeing team

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site flu jabs

Qualifications

• Experience of caring for patients and families with life-limiting/life-threatening conditions.
• Understanding of safeguarding protocols.
• Ability to communicate sensitively with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Support Registered Nurses in delivering holistic nursing care.
• Communicate with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Maintain patient records and assist with personal care.

Skills

Compassion

Communication skills

Experience with life-limiting conditions

Understanding of safeguarding

UK driving licence

Education

NVQ/QCF level 3 (or equivalent)

Job description

Help us make a difference to people with life‑limiting illnesses…

At The Myton Hospices, we provide specialist care and support for people with life‑limiting illnesses, and their loved ones, from the point of diagnosis to end of life. We are a much‑loved and well supported charity, at the heart of our community. We have three hospices, a range of community services, and 25 charity shops in Coventry and Warwickshire.

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Nursing Assistant to work across our Myton at Home team and our Inpatient Units. These services provide expert and compassionate care to patients either in the ward or in their own homes, at a crucial time in their lives.

This role involves home visits within the Warwickshire area. You will be based at our Warwick Hospice but required to work at our Rugby and Coventry Hospices on occasion.

Our Nursing Assistants

• Support Registered Nurses to deliver holistic nursing care
• Communicate sensitively with patients, families and caregivers
• Assess and respond to patients’ needs
• Maintain patient records
• Assist patients with personal and emotional care

About you

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience of caring for patients and families with life‑limiting/life‑threatening conditions
• Understanding of safeguarding
• Compassion
• Communication skills
• NVQ/QCF level 3 (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards this
• UK driving licence
• The right to work in the UK

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Healthcare Assistant, HCA, Health Care Assistant, Care Support Worker, Carer.

We will carry out an enhanced DBS check including the children’s and adult’s barred list if you are appointed, because you will be working in regulated activity with patients and their families. We will cover the cost of the check.

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and encourage everyone to bring their true selves to work. However you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, we welcome you to apply. If there are any adjustments that would help improve your experience with Myton, we encourage you to share this with us.

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and from ethnic minorities, who are currently under‑represented in our hospices. We also believe our interview process should be inclusive and transparent. If there is anything missing, or a way we can improve, please do let us know.

Benefits of working at Myton

• NHS pension
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with long service
• Additional leave purchasing
• Free parking at our hospice sites
• Winter savings club
• Discount schemes including Blue Light Card
• Dedicated staff wellbeing team & mental health first aiders
• Colleague Support Service: confidential financial, legal & mental health support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on‑site flu jabs
• Free feminine hygiene products
• 24/7 GP access
• Free eye tests
• #DoingOurBit online fitness and wellbeing platform

How to apply

Please click ‘Apply’ below to answer a few short questions and attach your CV.

If you would prefer a paper application form, or if you have any questions including about support or adjustments, please contact us on 01926 838 849, [e-mail] or by post: HR, Warwick Myton Hospice, Myton Lane, Warwick, CV34 6PX.

We now share interview questions with all candidates in advance, to help reduce nerves and enable you to truly show your best abilities. You are also welcome to bring any notes with you to your interview, if you would find this helpful.