Job Description

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Title: Healthcare Assistant Planned Services

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 2 point 2 \xc2\xa322,383 per annum, pro rata, plus enhancements.

Hours: Permanent Full Time, Part Time Nights

Based: South Warwickshire Area, to include Leamington Spa, Warwick, Stratford Upon Avon and surrounding villages

Closing date: 31st July 2023

Interview date: TBC

We are looking for someone to join our team to give excellent individualised care to our patients across the South Warwickshire region. This is a community role, you must have a full driving licence, own a car and live with in Leamington Spa, Warwick, Stratford Upon Avon and surrounding villages.

As a Healthcare Assistant you will deliver care and support patients with terminal illnesses whilst also offering vital emotional support for their families. The successful candidate will work individually without close supervision, you\'ll have the opportunity to use your own initiative in line with the patient\'s established care plan. With a passion for palliative care you will make a difference for those patients who have life limiting illnesses and for those who are nearing end of life. You\'ll be required to carry out a range of care duties including helping patients meet their hygiene needs, monitoring symptoms, assisting with medications and keeping detailed records.

The ideal candidate will be a dynamic individual with excellent interpersonal skills with experience of utilising initiative and autonomy whilst delivering person centred care. Essential experience of working within a healthcare setting, qualification NVQ level 2 and/ or care certificate is required along with a full driving licence and use of your own vehicle.

What we are looking for:

• S/NVQ Level 2/3 qualification or an equivalent care certificate/diploma is desirable
• Interpersonal/Communication skills
• Emotional strength, patience, and the ability to work on your own are crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and support.
• End-of-life care experience is advantageous, but not essential as training will be provided and opportunity to learn on the job

What\'s in it for you:

• Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Continuous development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Working
• Generous Enhancement

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

For more information or an informal chat please contact Sarah Goode, Clinical Nurse Manager, email sarah.goode@mariecurie.org.uk, Telephone 07515133259

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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.

We currently do NOT offer sponsorship for this Role.

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.

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.

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