Oncology Care Assistant - Flexible, Compassionate Support

VerseOne Group; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking caring staff to join the Oncology team. You will work alongside registered nurses to support patients through their treatment journey in a safe, welcoming clinic environment.

The role requires empathy, strong communication, and commitment to patient safety and infection control. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development within a supportive, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated empathy and compassionate patient care.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to support patients and colleagues.
• Strong infection control practices and ability to maintain a safe clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature) before treatment.
• Report abnormal observations to nursing team.
• Carry out ECGs and blood glucose checks; support mobility and personal care.
• Maintain infection control and work collaboratively with the care team.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Infection control

Vital signs

ECG

Teamwork

Listening

Tools

ECG machine

Vital signs monitor

Job description

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking caring staff to join the Oncology team. You will work alongside registered nurses to support patients through their treatment journey in a safe, welcoming clinic environment.

The role requires empathy, strong communication, and commitment to patient safety and infection control. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development within a supportive, inclusive culture.