Community Healthcare Assistant
The closing date is 01 February 2026
Job summary
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic healthcare assistant to work in the Central Lancashire District Nursing Services.
The successful applicant will be responsible for providing skilled nursing care in a variety of settings, and will be part of an innovative, dynamic district nursing team.
We are looking for experienced healthcare assistants who are patient and family focused, with excellent communication skills and an interest in community district nursing. If you identify with our patient centred vision of care and enjoy working in partnership with the local community, come and join us.
You will be offered a robust induction tailored to your developmental needs, regular clinical supervision and opportunity to access a range of training opportunities.
We require flexible self-motivated individuals, the posts include a full time role covering day shifts over a 7 day period between the hours of 07.45 and 22.00, additionally we have a part-time post for our Out Of Hours Service covering shifts over a 7 day service between the hours of 21.30 and 08.00.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the Integrated Neighbourhood/ Locality team under the direction of the district nursing team leader and manager, supporting the provision of high quality holistic nursing care to patients, 24 hours a day 7 days a week
The Health Care Assistant will work with and without direct supervision of a registered nurse providing care to patients in their own homes and other community settings, as delegated by the district nursing team leader following appropriate training and supervision to ensure clinical competence and safe effective care
To support other health care professionals in the provision of high quality care in the locality population.
About us
PLEASE READ: UK VISA & IMMIGRATION
In line with recent UK Government updates, which came into effect 9 April 2025, the minimum salary threshold for Skilled Worker visas, including the Health and Care Visa route, has increased to £25,000 per year. This applies to roles paid in accordance with NHS pay bands, meaning entry-level Band 3 positions no longer meet the criteria for sponsorship.
Applications from individuals on a Student Visa or Graduate Route Visa cannot be progressed, as this role does not meet the current UKVI requirements for sponsorship within these visa categories.
Therefore - If you require visa sponsorship to work in the UK, we will not be able to progress your application on this occasion.
All applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.
If you have current sponsorship, we will need evidence of 12 months Right to Work in the UK, please provide full details within your application (including VISA Type and duration).
Entry-level Band 3 roles do not meet the visa requirements and are therefore not eligible for sponsorship.
Applicants requiring sponsorship will be asked to confirm eligibility during the process.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Details
Date posted
20 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
351-CEN2410-EB
Job locations
Various across Preston, Chorley and South Ribble
Chorley
PR7 7HZ
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Various across Preston, Chorley and South Ribble
Chorley
PR7 7HZ
Employer's website
https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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