Healthcare Assistant - Southport, United Kingdom - Queenscourt Hospice

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Healthcare Assistant (Queenscourt at Home)

£22,510 - £24,253 per annum/pro rata (Dependant on Experience)

Part Time - 20 hours

Location:
Southport, Merseyside

We have an exciting position available for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Queenscourt at Home team.

Following a comprehensive induction, the post holder will be expected to work unsupervised, with confidence as a lone worker in the patients' home and be able to communicate effectively and work alongside all members of the primary healthcare team.

You will deliver a range of patient care duties as indicated by the Queenscourt Co-ordinator providing support to patients and their families enabling them to remain at home at the end of life.


The post holder will need to have experience of caring within the community and experience of caring for palliative care patients at end of life.

The post holder will also need to be able to demonstrate empathy and communicate clearly and effectively about death and dying with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Flexibility around available hours to work both day and night shifts is essential.

A car driver is essential for this role.


Interested?

We offer:


  • 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 29 and 30 at respective 5 and 10 year anniversaries
  • We recognise NHS service in respect of holidays, sickness and salary.
  • We support NHS Pensions contributions for those with eligibility.
  • Enhanced maternity, Paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
  • Occupational sickness scheme
  • Access to offers and discounts (including Blue Light Cards)
  • A comprehensive induction program with ongoing training and development
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance program (EAP)
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Supportive, employee focussed policies along with a wealth of wellbeing initiatives.
  • Working in a modern, bright, and welcoming environment.
  • Subsidised staff meals.
  • Staff receive excellent support and supervision from our management team.

Job Types:
Permanent, Part-time

Part-time hours: 20 per week


Salary:
£22,510.00-£24,253.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Free parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Sick pay

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 31/12/2023

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