Healthcare Assistant - Little Havens IPU

Havens Hospices

The closing date is 14 May 2025

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Job summary

We have an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our In Patient Unit, located at Little Havens Hospice, nestled within the beautiful Essex countryside in Thundersley.

Part time options are available.

Please note: Havens Hospices is a local charity and not part of the NHS. We regret that we are unable to offer any form of UK Visa Sponsorship.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

You will work as a member of our Children & Young Person's multidisciplinary team, ensuring a holistic package of care is provided to patients and their families, creating a welcoming, caring, safe and supportive environment for patients, families and all involved in the work of the hospice.

About us

At Havens Hospices, we care for children, young people and adults with complex or incurable conditions. Our specialist Care Teams can support them and their family living throughout illness, death and bereavement in the comfort of their own home and through our hospice services, Fair Havens and Little Havens.

Working at Havens Hospices allows you to give the gift of time to patients and families, creating memories. Although you may not be giving direct care to our patients, your contribution will have an immediate effect on our care services.

In return for your expertise and passion, you will receive a competitive salary package, and most of all, by making the most of every day you work at Havens Hospices you'll be helping us continue 'Making every day count' for those who need us most.

At Havens Hospices we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our employees and patients and expect all colleagues to share this commitment.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Date posted

28 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 to £25,674 a year Agenda for Change competitive salary.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

Trac ID 6992892

Job locations

Little Havens

Daws Heath Road

Benfleet

SS7 2LH


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Assist with the care of a patient after death, to provide bereavement support, assist with planning and liaising with funeral directors
  • Be aware of the needs of the whole family and to encourage trust and open communication, as well as offering emotional and practical support, especially to distressed relatives.
  • Ensure patients wellbeing and recreational activities are prioritised and appropriate referrals are made to specialist services
  • Support the nursing staff in the delivery, administration and recording of medication following appropriate policies and procedures.
  • Assist medical staff, chaperoning and acting as advocate for the patient if the family are not present
  • Participate in the moving and handling of vulnerable patients, often involving specialist lifting and handling equipment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Assist with the care of a patient after death, to provide bereavement support, assist with planning and liaising with funeral directors
  • Be aware of the needs of the whole family and to encourage trust and open communication, as well as offering emotional and practical support, especially to distressed relatives.
  • Ensure patients wellbeing and recreational activities are prioritised and appropriate referrals are made to specialist services
  • Support the nursing staff in the delivery, administration and recording of medication following appropriate policies and procedures.
  • Assist medical staff, chaperoning and acting as advocate for the patient if the family are not present
  • Participate in the moving and handling of vulnerable patients, often involving specialist lifting and handling equipment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English
  • Care Certificate

Skills & Experience

Essential

  • Good standard of IT skills, including using Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook and Excel.
  • Experience of strong communication skills in previous roles
  • Experience of working in an environment undertaking personal care for patients
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English
  • Care Certificate

Skills & Experience

Essential

  • Good standard of IT skills, including using Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook and Excel.
  • Experience of strong communication skills in previous roles
  • Experience of working in an environment undertaking personal care for patients

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Havens Hospices

Address

Little Havens

Daws Heath Road

Benfleet

SS7 2LH


Employer's website

https://www.havenshospices.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Havens Hospices

Address

Little Havens

Daws Heath Road

Benfleet

SS7 2LH


Employer's website

https://www.havenshospices.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Debbie Blackett

dblackett@havenshospices.org.uk

01702220350

Date posted

28 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 to £25,674 a year Agenda for Change competitive salary.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

Trac ID 6992892

Job locations

Little Havens

Daws Heath Road

Benfleet

SS7 2LH


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