Job responsibilities
Marie Curie is the UKs leading
end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in
the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing
and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on
all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our
leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life,
and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best
possible quality of life while living with an illness, they're likely to die
from.
The care and support we provide is
highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we
are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not
get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.
We are recruiting for a Healthcare Assistant to join our community-based
team in Bolton, North-West.
Hours: Bank (minimum of 37.5 hours per month) for our night shift team.
Base: within 25 miles of your home address. Travelling to the Liverpool
Hospice may be required from time-to-time.
In this role, you will work alongside
a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, care planning, review and
evaluation of holistic care management plans individual to each patient.
As this is a community-based role,
you will be responsible for planning your own work, responding to changes in
patient conditions, prioritising care needs (including hygiene, nutrition and
hydration, comfort, monitoring vitals, and more) as detailed in the
personalised care plan and ensuring you escalate appropriately to senior staff
within the multidisciplinary team in a timely manner.
What
were looking for:
-
National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in
Health and Social Care OR an equivalent alternative Level 2 Qualification.
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Minimum of 6 months care delivery experience
in a Health or Social Care Environment.
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Knowledge and understanding of how to deliver
person centred care and the components of open and sensitive communication
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Willingness to undertake work during the night, as
advertised
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Proficient IT skills including knowledge of
Microsoft Office
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Valid UK driving licence with access to a vehicle
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Flexibility to work across different projects and
services across the North-West, if required
What's
in it for you:
- Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public
holidays (pro rata)
- Hybrid working
- Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
- Continuous Professional development
- Industry leading training programmes
- Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
- Defined contribution schemes for Pension
- 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
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.
Advert
closes: 5th December 2024
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.
Were 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 an enhanced DBS criminal record check.
We reserve
the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.
