Healthcare Assistant

We are looking for an experienced Healthcare Assistant to work within the inpatient unit at our Heald Green site, supporting patients (and those close to them) with a life limiting illness.

Call to action – How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact Louise Pinney on 0161 498 3685 or email louise.pinney@moyacole.org.uk if more information is required.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS Check at the level appropriate to the role, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role, safeguard training, and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Closing Date: 16th January 2026

Interview Date: 4th February 2026

Main duties of the job

You will work closely with registered nurses as part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team to support the delivery of high-quality specialist palliative care.

You will:

• Support the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of person-centred palliative care.
• Provide care in a compassionate, sensitive and respectful manner.
• Work collaboratively with nurses and other professionals to ensure safe, timely and effective care.
• Build positive working relationships within the team to support patients and those close to them.

About us

At Moya Cole, there’s one thing that motivates us, and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting illnesses.

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Health cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contributions into the scheme in the previous 12 months))
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted meals on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

Job responsibilities

The Healthcare Assistant will:

• Provide holistic palliative care and support (appropriate to their role as a HCA) to patients and those closest to them
• Ensure accurate record keeping on EMIS in accordance with organisational requirements
• Effectively communicate with members of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the planning of care
• Work in accordance with hospice policies to ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• Assist in providing bereavement support to carers and relatives, participating in relevant remembrance events.
• Actively participate in the hospice Performance/Development review process to identify own learning needs and take necessary steps to reach objectives and develop own competence to practice.
• Use support systems appropriately to support wellbeing and personal development e.g. Schwartz rounds, reflection sessions.
• Act as an ambassador for Moya Cole Hospice by maintaining a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Provide support to new members of the team, students and volunteers.
• Support the team in developing and implementing agreed team initiatives.
• Take an active part in ward meetings.
• Support with relevant link groups.

Person Specification

Experience

• Be a compassionate and proactive Healthcare Assistant with a strong person-centred approach to palliative care
• Have an interest in specialist palliative care and a commitment to compassionate practice.
• Experience working as a HCA in a hospital or similar care setting.
• Have good verbal and written communication skills, with an understanding of confidentiality.
• Have the ability to work effectively as part of a team and use initiative to prioritise work.
• A willingness to work towards the Care Certificate and develop IT skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding and clinical governance.
• Flexibility to work days, nights and unsocial hours.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Band 3 Competency Based Pay Framework