Healthcare Assistant - Devon

Marie Curie

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our Marie Curie team in Devon as a Healthcare Assistant, Permanent Night Shifts. You'll play a vital role within a team dedicated to delivering outstanding care to our patients and their families.

Main duties of the job

With experience of End of Life care, you're ready and able to make a real difference. Ours is a one-to-one approach to care, so you're sure to enjoy plenty of meaningful contact with patients and their families - usually in their own homes. You'll be required to carry out a range of duties including helping patients meet their hygiene needs, monitoring symptoms, assisting with medications and keeping detailed records. A good basic understanding on symptom control is essential.

About us

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

Date posted

09 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year Pro rata + Enhancements

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

5833

Job locations

Community based

Ivybridge

EX20 1PN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Salary Information: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC BAND 2 £22,383 pro rata per annum, plus enhancements

Hours/Contract: Permanent Night Shifts - Full time, Part Time and Bank

Based: Devon - within 25 miles of your home address Closing date: 1st September 2024

Interview date: Interviews will be held weekly

As a Healthcare Assistant with Marie Curie, you'll be there for people in their time of greatest need. We provide free specialist care and support to patients with terminal illnesses whilst offering vital emotional support for their families.

It's all about giving them the best possible quality of life. The support we offer is tailored to meet individuals' medical, social, spiritual and emotional needs.

Marie Curie Benefits Package:

- Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work

- Defined contribution schemes for Pension(the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%)

- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme

- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems - Introduce a friend scheme Help with childcare cost (T & Cs apply)

- Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card

- Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme

- Life assurance for all employees

What's in it for you:

- Annual leave allowance 27 days, plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)

- Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be most recent continuous service immediately prior to joining MC with no breaks of service).

- Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave

- Continuous Professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)

- Industry leading training programmes

- Flexible Working

- Free DBS

- Free Uniform

- Plus Enhancements - 41% x your basic salary per hour paid for Saturdays & weekday night duty (8pm to 6am) - 83% x your basic salary per hour paid for Sundays and Public Bank Holidays

- Mileage allowance of 45p per mile

- Paid for whole training and traveling in between patient

What we are looking for:

- The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or have demonstrable experience in End-of-Life Care

- Current valid driving licence allowing you to drive in the UK and the use of a car insured for business use is essential

- Relevant experience in Palliative Care is desirable

- Emotional strength and the ability to work on your own are both crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and support

- Due to the nature of the role the ability to work nights is essential - Access to a computer and the internet is required in order to meet mandatory training requirements

With experience of End of Life care, you're ready and able to make a real difference. Ours is a one-to-one approach to care, so you're sure to enjoy plenty of meaningful contact with patients and their families - usually in their own homes.

You'll be required to carry out a range of duties including helping patients meet their hygiene needs, monitoring symptoms, assisting with medications and keeping detailed records.

A good basic understanding on symptom control is essential. Our Night services and shifts run from 10pm - 7am, delivering care on a 1:1 basis to support patients and families with palliative diagnosis in their own homes.

For more information or an informal chat please contact our Clinical Nurse Manager, Jennifer Evans on 07515134423 or jenny.evans2@mariecurie.org.uk

To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.

We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyones unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.

We're committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory enhanced DBS criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Salary Information: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC BAND 2 £22,383 pro rata per annum, plus enhancements

Hours/Contract: Permanent Night Shifts - Full time, Part Time and Bank

Based: Devon - within 25 miles of your home address Closing date: 1st September 2024

Interview date: Interviews will be held weekly

As a Healthcare Assistant with Marie Curie, you'll be there for people in their time of greatest need. We provide free specialist care and support to patients with terminal illnesses whilst offering vital emotional support for their families.

It's all about giving them the best possible quality of life. The support we offer is tailored to meet individuals' medical, social, spiritual and emotional needs.

Marie Curie Benefits Package:

- Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work

- Defined contribution schemes for Pension(the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%)

- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme

- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems - Introduce a friend scheme Help with childcare cost (T & Cs apply)

- Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card

- Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme

- Life assurance for all employees

What's in it for you:

- Annual leave allowance 27 days, plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)

- Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be most recent continuous service immediately prior to joining MC with no breaks of service).

- Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave

- Continuous Professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)

- Industry leading training programmes

- Flexible Working

- Free DBS

- Free Uniform

- Plus Enhancements - 41% x your basic salary per hour paid for Saturdays & weekday night duty (8pm to 6am) - 83% x your basic salary per hour paid for Sundays and Public Bank Holidays

- Mileage allowance of 45p per mile

- Paid for whole training and traveling in between patient

What we are looking for:

- The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or have demonstrable experience in End-of-Life Care

- Current valid driving licence allowing you to drive in the UK and the use of a car insured for business use is essential

- Relevant experience in Palliative Care is desirable

- Emotional strength and the ability to work on your own are both crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and support

- Due to the nature of the role the ability to work nights is essential - Access to a computer and the internet is required in order to meet mandatory training requirements

With experience of End of Life care, you're ready and able to make a real difference. Ours is a one-to-one approach to care, so you're sure to enjoy plenty of meaningful contact with patients and their families - usually in their own homes.

You'll be required to carry out a range of duties including helping patients meet their hygiene needs, monitoring symptoms, assisting with medications and keeping detailed records.

A good basic understanding on symptom control is essential. Our Night services and shifts run from 10pm - 7am, delivering care on a 1:1 basis to support patients and families with palliative diagnosis in their own homes.

For more information or an informal chat please contact our Clinical Nurse Manager, Jennifer Evans on 07515134423 or jenny.evans2@mariecurie.org.uk

To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.

We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyones unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.

We're committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory enhanced DBS criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an equivalent alternative Level 2 Qualification i.e. NCFE level 2 Certificate in Healthcare Support Services, BTEC level 2 Health and Social Care.
  • Functional skills at level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent

Desirable

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative Level 3 Qualification
  • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience

Essential

  • 6 Months care delivery experience (current) in a Health or Social Care Environment

Desirable

  • Recent professional experience of providing care and caring for dying patients
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an equivalent alternative Level 2 Qualification i.e. NCFE level 2 Certificate in Healthcare Support Services, BTEC level 2 Health and Social Care.
  • Functional skills at level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent

Desirable

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative Level 3 Qualification
  • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience

Essential

  • 6 Months care delivery experience (current) in a Health or Social Care Environment

Desirable

  • Recent professional experience of providing care and caring for dying patients

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

Marie Curie

Address

Community based

Ivybridge

EX20 1PN


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Marie Curie

Address

Community based

Ivybridge

EX20 1PN


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Healthcare Assistant - Devon

Recruitment Team

recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

Date posted

09 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year Pro rata + Enhancements

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

5833

Job locations

Community based

Ivybridge

EX20 1PN


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