£26,800 per year pro rata. Actual salary £21,515 per year
We are proud to support and care for patients and their families at their most vulnerable time. We want to make it possible for more people, who wish to stay at home, to be cared for in familiar surrounds and with friends and family around them. Our Hospice to Home Service is designed to be responsive and flexible to meet the needs of people who wish to remain at home. We have a great opportunity for an experienced healthcare assistant to join our team and provide expert care to people across North Devon who need our support at end of life.
Qualifications & Responsibilities
To succeed in this role you will be an experienced healthcare worker with a Care or Lead Adult Care Worker qualification at Level 3. You should have experience of working in a community setting; however, experience of working directly in palliative or end of life care is not essential as we will support you to develop your skills and knowledge with this specific patient group. You should be passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and guiding families during challenging times. We will encourage and support you to be committed to your own personal and professional development.
The Hospice to Home service is a 7‑day service. You will be expected to work 12‑hour shifts, 8am – 8pm with an hour break. While we do not currently deliver care in the community at night, our ambition is to reintroduce a night service as part of our new 5‑year strategy. You should therefore be able to be flexible to meet future service demands. The role will involve working as part of the wider hospice services and collaboratively with district nursing teams to deliver individualised care to patients in their own homes. As this post is based out in the community applicants must be able to travel across the North Devon area without reliance upon public transport.
We would love to hear from you. Informal discussion welcomed. Please contact Abi Daley, Deputy Team lead, on 01271 344 248.
This post is subject to Enhanced level check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Benefits
- An excellent working environment (& beautiful outside areas)
- Flexible & family friendly policies including Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental leave and Paternity!
- 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
The closing date for this post is Wednesday 5th August 2026. Interviews will be held on Friday 14th August 2026.
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 are a forces-friendly organisation and welcome applications from Veterans and Service spouses and partners.
If you require information in large format, please email peopleteam@northdevonhospice.org.uk or call 01271 347238.
Multiskilled Health Care Assistant in Barnstaple employer: North Devon Hospice
North Devon Hospice is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and compassionate work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. With flexible shifts and opportunities for professional development in end-of-life care, our team is dedicated to fostering growth and collaboration, ensuring that every employee feels valued and empowered in their role. Located in the beautiful North Devon area, you will enjoy a fulfilling career while being part of a community-focused organisation that prioritises quality care and employee well-being.
