At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to patients in the Bedded Unit.
- Company: Join North Devon Hospice's dedicated Bedded Unit Team, known for its high standard of patient care.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working hours, generous holiday allowance, and a Health Cash Plan for your family.
- Other info: Informal discussions welcomed; contact team leads for more information.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives during their most vulnerable times.
- Qualifications: Must have Level 3 NVQ in Care and experience in a health or social care setting.
The predicted salary is between 22591 - 26800 £ per year.
Average 31.5 hours a week, flexibly on a rota basis totalling 126 hours in a rolling four-week roster. Monday to Sunday which will include a combination of the following shifts: Long Day 7.30am – 8.30pm, Early 7.30am – 3.30pm, Late 1.30pm – 9.30pm, Night shift 8pm – 8am. £26,800 per year pro rata. Actual salary £22,591.
Join our Bedded Unit Team and be part of something amazing! We have a great opportunity for a Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly team on the Bedded Unit at North Devon Hospice. For those who wish to apply, and are successful in being recruited to the role, we will support you to develop specialist palliative care skills.
Benefits- An excellent working environment (beautiful outside areas)
- Flexible & family friendly policies including Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental leave and Pawternity!
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Personal pension scheme (continuation of your NHS pension)
- Generous holiday allowance increasing with service
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering free confidential advice on a range of matters including financial, legal, health and wellbeing
- Health Cash Plan which can include up to 5 children and the option to include partners
Our nursing team are proud to support and care for patients and their families at their most difficult and vulnerable time. Our highly committed multi-disciplinary team of staff and volunteers work seamlessly together to provide care of the highest standard. Our Bedded Unit receives referrals for patients needing support for various reasons including symptom control, rehabilitation following treatment or care in the last days of life. Our specialist medical team provides round the clock care and support to our patients in the comfort of a welcoming and homely environment. We are fortunate to have time to spend with our patients to really understand what is important to them and plan their care accordingly.
Our Team Inspired- Being able to make a difference every day
- Able to give our patients and those who matter to them the care they deserve
- A good standard of education including Maths and English GCSE at Level 4 or above.
- Level 3 NVQ in Care or Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship.
- Experience in a care role within a health or social care setting.
- Experience in palliative care or oncology is desirable (training will be provided where necessary).
- An understanding of the role of the healthcare assistant in delivering compassionate care.
- A good level of IT skills.
- Emotional resilience, with a calm and composed personality.
- A compassionate approach to people, demonstrating empathy at a difficult time in their life.
- The ability to work flexibly to meet needs of the wider service.
Like any organisation, it’s the people who make a difference so why not join us and make a difference to our patients and their families. If you are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you. Informal discussion welcomed, please contact Hannah Crawley (Team Lead), Vicky McDonald (Deputy Team Lead) or Kerry Milton (Senior Staff Nurse) on 01271 344248.
It is important that the people who work for and with us, or access any of our services, can be themselves and are valued as unique individuals. We welcome applications from all sections of the communities we serve, reflecting the uniqueness of each person, with the aim of continually improving our services. We hold Mindful Employer and Disability Confident accreditation and promote a culture of openness and understanding, providing an inclusive and accessible working environment. We are proud to be a Veteran Aware Employer and welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces, including veterans, reservists and military spouses or partners.
If you require the information in large print format, please email peopleteam@northdevonhospice.org.uk or call 01271 347238.
Bedded Unit Senior Healthcare Assistant in Barnstaple employer: North Devon Hospice
North Devon Hospice offers a supportive environment with beautiful outdoor areas and flexible family-friendly policies. The team is committed to providing high-quality palliative care, ensuring patients receive the attention they deserve. Located in North Devon, they promote inclusivity and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
