Healthcare Assistant East Dorset Nights

Marie Curie

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Job summary

Are you an experienced Healthcare Assistant looking for a new challenge? We have an amazing opportunity to join our Marie Curie Nights team in East Dorset.

Main duties of the job

Our Night services and shifts run from 10pm - 7am, delivering care on a 1:1 basis to support patients and families with palliative diagnosis in their own homes. There are a variety of hours available in this exciting developing service including the following permanent contracts.

About us

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

Date posted

12 December 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

5040

Job locations

Community Based

Poole

BH15 4EE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Title:Marie Curie Healthcare AssistantNights- East Dorset.

Salary Information:Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC BAND 2 £22,383 pro rata per annum, plus enhancement

Hours/Contract:Permanent Full Time/ Part TimeNights

Based:East Dorset, Bournemouth, Christ Church and Poole. (Post code, BH1- BH18, BH23,BH21, BH22, DT11)

Closing date:24th December 2023

Interview date:Interviews will be held weekly

As a Healthcare Assistant with Marie Curie, you'll be there for people in their time of greatest need. We provide free specialist care and support to patients with terminal illnesses whilst offering vital emotional support for their families. It's all about giving them the best possible quality of life. The support we offer is tailored to meet individuals' medical, social, spiritual and emotional needs.

What we are looking for:

  • The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or have demonstrable experience in End-of-Life Care.
  • A driver's license and the use of a car insured for business use are essential
  • Relevant experience in Palliative Care is desirable
  • Emotional strength and the ability to work on your own are both crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and support
  • Due to the nature of the role the ability to work nights is essential
  • Access to a computer and the internet is required in order to meet mandatory training requirements

Whats in it for you:

  • Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
  • Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
  • Annual Leave Entitlement will take into account previous years of service under Agenda for Change terms and conditions
  • Season ticket loan
  • Option to get involved with fundraising
  • Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
  • Continuous development
  • Industry leading training programmes
  • Employee Assistance programme
  • £500 refer a friend bonus scheme
  • Flexible Working
  • We are pleased to be introducing our new Marie Curie Clinical terms and conditions in 2023. These will align with some of the core terms and conditions of the NHS (Agenda for Change contracts). This will include new high-cost area supplement where applicable and unsocial hours enhancements.
  • Plus Enhancements =

41% x your basic salary per hour paid for Saturdays & weekday night duty (8pm to 6am)

83% x your basic salary per hour paid for Sundays and Public Bank Holidays

Click supporting link to view our full job description

With experience of End of Life care, you're ready and able to make a real difference. Ours is a one-to-one approach to care, so you're sure to enjoy plenty of meaningful contact with patients and their families - usually in their own homes. You'll be required to carry out a range of duties including helping patients meet their hygiene needs, monitoring symptoms, assisting with medications and keeping detailed records. A good basic understanding on symptom control is essential.

Our Night services and shifts run from 10pm - 7am, delivering care on a 1:1 basis to support patients and families with palliative diagnosis in their own homes. There are a variety of hours available in this exciting developing service including the following permanent contracts.

For more information or an informal chat please contact Lucy Dowland CNM by emaillucy.dowland@mariecurie.org.ukor Rachel Oakley Senior Nurse by email Rachel.Oakley@mariecurie.org.uk.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Enhanced criminal record check.

Shortlisting and Interviews will happen on a rolling basis so early application is encouraged.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

Job description

Job responsibilities

Title:Marie Curie Healthcare AssistantNights- East Dorset.

Salary Information:Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC BAND 2 £22,383 pro rata per annum, plus enhancement

Hours/Contract:Permanent Full Time/ Part TimeNights

Based:East Dorset, Bournemouth, Christ Church and Poole. (Post code, BH1- BH18, BH23,BH21, BH22, DT11)

Closing date:24th December 2023

Interview date:Interviews will be held weekly

As a Healthcare Assistant with Marie Curie, you'll be there for people in their time of greatest need. We provide free specialist care and support to patients with terminal illnesses whilst offering vital emotional support for their families. It's all about giving them the best possible quality of life. The support we offer is tailored to meet individuals' medical, social, spiritual and emotional needs.

What we are looking for:

  • The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or have demonstrable experience in End-of-Life Care.
  • A driver's license and the use of a car insured for business use are essential
  • Relevant experience in Palliative Care is desirable
  • Emotional strength and the ability to work on your own are both crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and support
  • Due to the nature of the role the ability to work nights is essential
  • Access to a computer and the internet is required in order to meet mandatory training requirements

Whats in it for you:

  • Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
  • Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
  • Annual Leave Entitlement will take into account previous years of service under Agenda for Change terms and conditions
  • Season ticket loan
  • Option to get involved with fundraising
  • Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
  • Continuous development
  • Industry leading training programmes
  • Employee Assistance programme
  • £500 refer a friend bonus scheme
  • Flexible Working
  • We are pleased to be introducing our new Marie Curie Clinical terms and conditions in 2023. These will align with some of the core terms and conditions of the NHS (Agenda for Change contracts). This will include new high-cost area supplement where applicable and unsocial hours enhancements.
  • Plus Enhancements =

41% x your basic salary per hour paid for Saturdays & weekday night duty (8pm to 6am)

83% x your basic salary per hour paid for Sundays and Public Bank Holidays

Click supporting link to view our full job description

With experience of End of Life care, you're ready and able to make a real difference. Ours is a one-to-one approach to care, so you're sure to enjoy plenty of meaningful contact with patients and their families - usually in their own homes. You'll be required to carry out a range of duties including helping patients meet their hygiene needs, monitoring symptoms, assisting with medications and keeping detailed records. A good basic understanding on symptom control is essential.

Our Night services and shifts run from 10pm - 7am, delivering care on a 1:1 basis to support patients and families with palliative diagnosis in their own homes. There are a variety of hours available in this exciting developing service including the following permanent contracts.

For more information or an informal chat please contact Lucy Dowland CNM by emaillucy.dowland@mariecurie.org.ukor Rachel Oakley Senior Nurse by email Rachel.Oakley@mariecurie.org.uk.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Enhanced criminal record check.

Shortlisting and Interviews will happen on a rolling basis so early application is encouraged.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an equivalent alternative Level 2 Qualification i.e. NCFE level 2 Certificate in Healthcare
  • Support Services, BTEC level 2 Health and Social Care. Functional skills at level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent

Desirable

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Health and
  • Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative
  • Level 3 Qualification Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience

Essential

  • 6 Months care delivery experience (current) in a Health or Social Care Environment.

Desirable

  • Recent professional experience of providing care and caring for dying patients.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an equivalent alternative Level 2 Qualification i.e. NCFE level 2 Certificate in Healthcare
  • Support Services, BTEC level 2 Health and Social Care. Functional skills at level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent

Desirable

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Health and
  • Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative
  • Level 3 Qualification Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience

Essential

  • 6 Months care delivery experience (current) in a Health or Social Care Environment.

Desirable

  • Recent professional experience of providing care and caring for dying 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

Marie Curie

Address

Community Based

Poole

BH15 4EE


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Marie Curie

Address

Community Based

Poole

BH15 4EE


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Healthcare Assistant East Dorset Nights

Recruitment Team

recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

Date posted

12 December 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

5040

Job locations

Community Based

Poole

BH15 4EE


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