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Garden House Hospice Care

Senior Healthcare Assistants - Community Team

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Job summary

We are looking for health care assistants to join our community team to contribute to the provision of high-quality holistic care for patients at home.

Your main responsibilities will be to assist with patients personal care, helping to move, position and mobilise patients and observing their general condition in line with the care plan, reporting any changes as required. You will assist with patients nutritional needs and update the patient record system.

While the role can be demanding, its also incredibly rewarding. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team that values your contributions and encourages a healthy work-life balance. Enjoy a mix of shifts, with enhancements for evenings and weekends.We have full and part time positions available with hours to suit.

ABOUT YOU

To be considered for this post you will need to have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification and previous experience in a health care setting. You should also be aware of the physical and emotional needs of patients suffering from a life-limiting illness and those of their relatives and carers and be kind and caring in your approach. Good teamwork and the ability to work a full range of shifts between the hours of 08.00- 21.30 everyday on a rota. You will need to hold a UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle with Class 1 business insurance.

Main duties of the job

  • Working within the multidisciplinary team in the provision of holistic care for patients and their families.
  • To participate in the delivery of a high standard of holistic care, to patients in their homes.
  • To work within the care plan and support the Primary Care Team and Key Worker.
  • Assisting patients in all aspects of personal care, following the individualised care plans prescribed, maintaining privacy and dignity.
  • To promote open and sensitive dialogue in order to support the patient and family.

About us

Welcome to Garden House Hospice! We are on an exciting journey of growth and innovation, and we want YOU to be part of our dynamic nursing team! This is not just a job; its an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of individuals facing end of life care and limiting life conditions. Join us at Garden House Hospice and be part of something extraordinary. We have full and part time positions available.

You will be a pioneer in care joining us at a time when hospice care is diversifying across the UK, and you are guaranteed to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our clinical services.

We are an Award-Winning Team! We proudly won the palliative care team award at the Palliative and End of Life Care Awards earlier this year. This accolade recognises our extraordinary efforts to enhance quality of life for those we serve - join a team that is truly making an impact!

Details

Date posted

10 February 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£23,436 to £25,103 a year plus enhancements

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

B0362-25-0002

Job locations

Gillison Close

Letchworth Garden City

Hertfordshire

SG6 1QU


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder shall:

  • assist the patient in all aspects of personal care, following the individualised care plans prescribed, maintaining privacy and dignity
  • promote open and sensitive dialogue in order to support the patient and family
  • communicate and liaise with the GHHC community registered nursing team and key worker, reporting any change in the patients condition or concerns
  • maintain confidentiality at all times
  • practice within Garden House Hospice policies and procedures, for the care of patients in their own homes
  • maintain accurate nursing records and data and ensure the continuity of care through verbal, written and electronic handover to Registered Nurse, other team members and members of the multi professional team, where appropriate.
  • undertake other duties commensurate with qualifications and experience, which may include working in other areas of the hospice
  • support equality and value diversity
  • participate in audit processes
  • assist in maintaining a safe clinical environment
  • ensure that resources are used appropriately and effectively and that all supplies are used safely and economically.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder shall:

  • assist the patient in all aspects of personal care, following the individualised care plans prescribed, maintaining privacy and dignity
  • promote open and sensitive dialogue in order to support the patient and family
  • communicate and liaise with the GHHC community registered nursing team and key worker, reporting any change in the patients condition or concerns
  • maintain confidentiality at all times
  • practice within Garden House Hospice policies and procedures, for the care of patients in their own homes
  • maintain accurate nursing records and data and ensure the continuity of care through verbal, written and electronic handover to Registered Nurse, other team members and members of the multi professional team, where appropriate.
  • undertake other duties commensurate with qualifications and experience, which may include working in other areas of the hospice
  • support equality and value diversity
  • participate in audit processes
  • assist in maintaining a safe clinical environment
  • ensure that resources are used appropriately and effectively and that all supplies are used safely and economically.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

  • Registered car driver/owner with a UK licence & Class 1 Business Insurance

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of general education.

Desirable

  • Level 2 or 3 Qualification in Adult Health & Social Care including the Care Certificate or working towards this

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Caring, positive and sensitive approach
  • Ability work in a team

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of providing personal care, preferably in a health care setting
  • Awareness of the physical and emotional needs of patients living with a life-limiting illness and those of relatives and carers

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Able to work flexibly to meet shift patterns
  • Good verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills
  • Computer skills with the ability to use electronic patient record systems
Person Specification

Other

Essential

  • Registered car driver/owner with a UK licence & Class 1 Business Insurance

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of general education.

Desirable

  • Level 2 or 3 Qualification in Adult Health & Social Care including the Care Certificate or working towards this

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Caring, positive and sensitive approach
  • Ability work in a team

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of providing personal care, preferably in a health care setting
  • Awareness of the physical and emotional needs of patients living with a life-limiting illness and those of relatives and carers

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Able to work flexibly to meet shift patterns
  • Good verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills
  • Computer skills with the ability to use electronic patient record systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Garden House Hospice Care

Address

Gillison Close

Letchworth Garden City

Hertfordshire

SG6 1QU


Employer's website

https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Garden House Hospice Care

Address

Gillison Close

Letchworth Garden City

Hertfordshire

SG6 1QU


Employer's website

https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

HR Coordinator

Nicola Grimes

careers@ghhospicecare.org.uk

07535586951

Details

Date posted

10 February 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£23,436 to £25,103 a year plus enhancements

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

B0362-25-0002

Job locations

Gillison Close

Letchworth Garden City

Hertfordshire

SG6 1QU


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