Job Description

We're looking for an individual to assist with the delivery of holistic care to patients, family/carers with life limiting illness, within their own living environment.
Contract: Permanent
Salary: 24,793-26,444 per annum (pro rata), Band 3 Competency Based Framework.
Working Pattern: 37.5hours per week. Weekend work required. The service currently operates seven days per week, between 8am and 8pm.
Based at: Little Hulton and Trafford
Call to action - How to Apply
If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we'd love to hear from you.
Please contact Joanne Laidlaw on 01617025405 or email joanne.laidlaw@moyacole.org.uk if more information is required.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.
The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard/Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.
Timescales
We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.
Closing Date: 9th November 2025
Interview Date: 18th November 2025
Main duties of the job

• Play a key role in the provision of specialist palliative and supportive care.
• Involve patients and their families first and always go the extra mile to provide first class care.
• Play an integral part of the multidisciplinary team and have strong working relationships with other health care providers.

Whilst you will have a specific base, there may be occasions where you are required to provide cross-site/service cover.
About us
At Moya Cole, there's one thing that motivates us, and that's providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting illnesses.
We're continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations.
You'll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.
Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contributions into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted meals on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

Details
Date posted
10 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
24,793 to 26,444 a year Band 3 Competency Based Pay Framework
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0256-25-0039
Job locations
Meadowsweet Lane
Little Hulton
Worsley
Manchester
M28 0FE
Job description
Job responsibilities
The H@H Healthcare Assistant will:

• Assist in assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating care in partnership with the patient, family & carers.
• Ensure accurate record keeping in accordance with organisations standards.
• Communicate changes and ongoing care needs of the patient to the coordinator and District Nurses as appropriate.
• Have a knowledge of local services appropriate for the patient and family/carer.
• Ensure care is consistent with the 5 principles of the Mental Capacity Act Code of Practice.
• Be able to access and support complex holistic needs of patients, families and their carers.
• Provide physical, psychological and spiritual support and advice to patients and their carers.

Job description
Job responsibilities
The H@H Healthcare Assistant will:

• Assist in assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating care in partnership with the patient, family & carers.
• Ensure accurate record keeping in accordance with organisations standards.
• Communicate changes and ongoing care needs of the patient to the coordinator and District Nurses as appropriate.
• Have a knowledge of local services appropriate for the patient and family/carer.
• Ensure care is consistent with the 5 principles of the Mental Capacity Act Code of Practice.
• Be able to access and support complex holistic needs of patients, families and their carers.
• Provide physical, psychological and spiritual support and advice to patients and their carers.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Demonstrate previous hospital experience or experience of working in a similar care setting.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the Hospice @ Home service.
• Demonstrate knowledge of other community services.
• Demonstrate an interest in specialist Palliative care.
• Communicate effectively.
• Work as a team player.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Display a kind, emphatic and person centered approach.
• Demonstrate knowledge of clinical governance and personal responsibilities
• Use their own initiative.

Qualifications
Essential

• Have or be willing to work towards NVQ level 2 in Care or equivalent.
• Be willing to undertake Compassion in care course
• Hold a full driving license and have access to a vehicle with car insured for business use.

Desirable

• Ideally have undertaken training in Communication.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Demonstrate previous hospital experience or experience of working in a similar care setting.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the Hospice @ Home service.
• Demonstrate knowledge of other community services.
• Demonstrate an interest in specialist Palliative care.
• Communicate effectively.
• Work as a team player.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Display a kind, emphatic and person centered approach.
• Demonstrate knowledge of clinical governance and personal responsibilities
• Use their own initiative.

Qualifications
Essential

• Have or be willing to work towards NVQ level 2 in Care or equivalent.
• Be willing to undertake Compassion in care course
• Hold a full driving license and have access to a vehicle with car insured for business use.

Desirable

• Ideally have undertaken training in Communication.

Skills Required