Healthcare Assistant
The closing date is 29 January 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Assistant with a special interest in the care of the elderly. Longridge ward at Cuerden is a 15 bedded unit that focuses on providing high quality care for patients from within the local adult population with sub-acute health care needs. We are a step up/step down facility that supports recovery and recuperation following medical and surgical illness and also provides palliative/end of life care and manages the planning of complex discharge packages.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced health care assistant to join our team. You will need to be committed to delivering a high standard of care and support change management. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator who will motivate, inspire and promote patient safety whilst supporting the ward team to achieve its clinical outcomes.
The postholder will be an advocate for our patients and be able to identify changes in need and report these to the nurse in charge/ward sister.
You will be able to complete simple tasks allocated to you on the ward that will support the registered nurses. You will be keen to learn new skills and encourage other staff to adhere to the trust values so that the patients receive holistic care.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the24 hourward based nursing team, under the direct supervision of the ward sister/nurse in charge, providing high quality holistic care to patients.
The Health Care Assistant will work without direct supervision providing care to patients in the ward setting, as delegated by the nurse in charge followingappropriate trainingand supervision to ensure clinical competence and safe effective care.
To support other health care professionals in the provision of high qualitycare in the ward setting.
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Feedback to the registered practitioner any changes inpatientscondition thatindicatereassessment of care needs.
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Support the patients to achieve theiroptimumpotential by promoting independence and self-care asappropriate.
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Work with other health care colleagues, voluntary and statutory organisation to ensure that the holistic needs of parties are met wherever possible.
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To act as an advocate tofacilitatethe views and choices expressed by patients and theircarers.
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Work in a professional manner providing high quality patient care.
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Maintain effective communication both with and outside of the clinical team to ensure that patient needs are met.
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To communicate with patients and carers to maximise their involvement and understanding of their condition,careand treatment.
About us
LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.
We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.
Details
Date posted
15 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year subject to confirmation (pro rata for part time hours)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
351-CEN2409-TG
Job locations
Longridge Ward on Cuerden
Chorley and South Ribble Hospital, Preston Road,
Chorley,
PR7 1PP
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Longridge Ward on Cuerden
Chorley and South Ribble Hospital, Preston Road,
Chorley,
PR7 1PP
Employer's website
https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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