Healthcare Assistant
2 weeks ago
Job summary
Are you an experienced Healthcare Assistant who is passionate about promoting independence and quality of life right to the very end? This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to expand their knowledge of palliative and end of life care to join our well established community team in Whitby and the North Yorkshire Moors. Apply today for a rewarding career where you can really make a difference to patients and those important to them
Main duties of the job
As a Healthcare Assistant working nights with our community based team in Whitby and the North Yorkshire Moors, you'll be supporting patients and families in their time of greatest need. We provide free specialist palliative care and support to patients withlife limiting illness whilst offering vital emotional support for their families.
About us
Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 2 (aligned with AFC)£22,383 pro rata, per annum + enhancements
Hours/Contract: Part time 18 hours (2 nights) per week
Based: Whitby/North Yorkshire Moors within a 25-mile radius of your home
Closing date: 23rd September 2024
Interview date: TBC
As a Healthcare Assistant working nights with our community based team in Whitby and the North Yorkshire Moors, you'll be supporting patients and families in their time of greatest need. We provide free specialist palliative care and support to patients with life limiting illness whilst offering vital emotional support for their families.
Marie Curie Benefits Package
Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work Defined contribution schemes for Pension(the charity will match your contribution up to Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems Introduce a friend scheme Help with childcare cost (T & C's apply) Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme Life assurance for all employeesWhat's in it for you?
Annual leave allowance: 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata) Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be most recent continuous service immediately prior to joining MC with no breaks of service) Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave Continuous Professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development) Industry leading training programmes Flexible Working Free DBS Free Uniform Generous enhancements: 41% x your basic salary per hour paid for Saturdays & weekday night duty (8pm to 6am) 83% x your basic salary per hour paid for Sundays and Public Bank Holidays Mileage allowance of 45p per mile Paid for while training and travelling in between patientsWhat we are looking for :
Be a UK licensed driver with access to a car and business insurance is essential Relevant community experience S/NVQ Level 2 qualification or an equivalent certificate/diploma is required Emotional strength and the ability to work on your own are crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and support Recent experience of providing care and caring for people with life limiting illness or palliative care needsWith experience of End of Life care, you're ready and able to make a real difference. Working without close supervision, you'll have the opportunity to use your own initiative in line with the patient's established care plan. You'll be required to carry out a range of care duties including helping patients meet their hygiene needs, monitoring symptoms, assisting with medications and keeping detailed records and emotional support to the patient and their families.
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 everyone's 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.
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This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
6 Months care delivery experience (current) in a Health or Social Care Environment.
Desirable
Recent professional experience of providing care and caring for dying patients.
Qualifications
Essential
National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an equivalent alternative Level 2 Qualification NCFE level 2 Certificate in Healthcare Support Services, BTEC level 2 Health and Social Care. Functional skills at level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent
Desirable
National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative Level 3 Qualification Basic Food Hygiene Certificate-
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