Health Care Assistant - 12 Months Contract
- Flexible over 7 days Full or P/T
- IPU
- Whittington
- Last day to apply: 13 Nov 2026
Contract type
Fixed Term Contract – 12 months
Location
Inpatient Unit, Whittington
Hours
22.5 hours part time - flexible over 7 days including weekends, bank holidays and nights to cover a 24-hour service
A1 £25,225.80 to A3 £26,151.70 - pro rata for part-time hours (plus enhancements where applicable)
To deliver a range of patient care duties under the direct supervision of registered nurses and to assist registered staff in the provision of high-quality palliative care for patients, their relatives and carers.
If you want to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Kirsty Curtin on 01543 432 031
Qualifications
- Willingness to undertake study if required
- Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care
Knowledge and experience
- Good standard of education
- Experience in a healthcare setting
- Experience in palliative care or oncology
- Some understanding of caring for patients in a palliative care environment
Values
- Exhibits our hospice values and behaviours
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate
- Ability to be confidential
Personal Attributes
- Able to work under pressure
Other requirements
- Valid driving licence
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Please note that St Giles Hospice does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to accept sponsorship requests
- Up to 33 days holiday plus bank holidays (Pro-rata for part time employees)
- Eligible clinical staff transferring from the NHS will have their continuous service and annual leave recognised for up to 10 years and can continue their NHS pension contributions
- Group pension scheme, matching contributions of up to 8%
- Life assurance scheme, up to the state pension age
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
- Enhanced sick pay, rising with service
- Access to blue light and charity worker discounts
- Free Parking
- The Hub Wellness Support
- Eligibility for flu vaccine
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to work scheme
Professional Development
All staff complete a comprehensive induction programme which includes statutory and mandatory e-learning as well as training that is tailored to the individual’s need. All staff and volunteers should also attend an induction day.
Regular training and personal development opportunities, with internal career progression being a focal point of team growth
This post is subject to a Disclose and Barring Service (DBS) check.
We may review applications before the application review date, however, if you apply after the application review date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role, this may be earlier than the closing date.
If you have not heard within 14 days of the application close date, then please consider that your application has been unsuccessful at this time.
Should you require any further information, please email: stg.recruitment@stgileshospice.com
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Health Care Assistant – 12 Months Contract in Whittington employer: St Giles Hospice
St Giles Hospice is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its team members. With a strong commitment to fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture, employees are encouraged to innovate and contribute to meaningful projects that directly impact the community. Located in a vibrant area, the organisation offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding role in the healthcare sector.
