Care Assistant - York, United Kingdom - St Leonard's Hospice

St Leonard's Hospice

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York, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Care Assistant

York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, YO24 1GL

- £ to £ Per Annum

Permanent
Full time
Posted: Friday, December 1, 2023

Closing:
Sunday, January 7, 2024

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Care Assistant

Closing date: 7th January 2024

Could you make a real difference to patients and their families at the end of life?

Do you want to join the St Leonard's Hospice Team providing excellent care to patients from York and the surrounding area at the end of life?

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, highly motivated individual who wants to make a difference both personally and professionally to patients who require palliative and end of life care.

This is a great opportunity to consider a career move into palliative care, as a supported induction and tailored development plan will enable you to gain the specialist skills required.

No previous palliative care experience is required.

You will be working as part of the multi-disciplinary team under the guidance of a registered nurse, giving holistic care to patients and their families.

The role is 'hands on' and considerable importance is placed on supporting the emotional needs of patients and their families, so good communication and personal skills are required.

What we need from you:
- excellent communication skills
- be able to respond appropriately to emotionally challenging situations

Ability to work unsocial hours including nights and weekends

What we can offer you:

Salary above NHS rates
Shift enhancements
Opportunity to continue NHS pension
Attractive pension scheme (non NHS)
Up to 41 days Annual Leave
Free parking
Great CPD opportunities

St Leonard's is a teaching Hospice offering an excellent environment to work in, outstanding employment conditions & benefits, great opportunities for development and huge job satisfaction.