Job summary
As a Healthcare Assistant at St Lukes Hospice, you will work closely with Registered Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, person-centred care to patients with life-limiting illnesses. You will play a key role in supporting patients and their families throughout their palliative care journey, ensuring dignity, comfort, and compassion are at the heart of all you do. This is a deeply rewarding role where you will make a genuine difference to the lives of those in your care.
Main duties of the job
You will assist with the physical, emotional, and spiritual care needs of patients and their carers under the supervision of Registered Nurses. Duties include personal care, safe patient handling, supporting family members, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and contributing to effective communication and record-keeping. You will also provide support after death care and participate in the induction of new staff. Compassion, empathy, and professionalism are essential.
About us
St Lukes Hospice provides expert, compassionate care for people with life-limiting illnesses in our community. Our values Compassionate, Dignified, Inspired, and Pioneering guide everything we do. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where every staff member is valued. Working with us means being part of a team that is dedicated to making every moment matter for patients and their loved ones. We are committed to staff wellbeing and ongoing development.
Details
Date posted
21 May 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
STL1099508
Job locations
Little Common Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S11 9NE
Employer details
Employer name
St Luke’s Hospice
Address
Little Common Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S11 9NE
Employer's website
https://www.stlukeshospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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