Health Care Assistant - Hospice at Home

A successful Healthcare Assistant will have

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Care experience

in working in patients home, or in a care environment

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A recognised caring

qualification or willingness to complete the Care Certificate.

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Understanding and experience of caring for dying patients with progressive diseases.

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Ability to work as part of a team and be willing to learn.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

For a full list of essential

requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification

document

We are based in Farnham and Guildford, and provide

bespoke, compassionate palliative and end of life care for people living with

an advanced or terminal illness, across West Surrey and North-East Hampshire.

Phyllis Tuckwell is a very special

place to work. Our staff make a real

difference to the lives of our patients and their loved ones, providing

outstanding care at a time that really matters.

Our Community staff are pivotal in helping deliver our vital services,

ensuring every day is precious for our patients.

The impact of our services on the

lives of our patients and their families can be read about here:

https: //www.pth.org.uk/our-care/helpful-information/patient-stories/

Post: Health Care Assistant

Accountable to: Community Services Manager

Job Purpose

Under

the direction and supervision of qualified registered staff, to maintain and support the highest standards of nursing

care, to ensure that a high quality and comprehensive service is provided to all patients, their families and carers.

1.

Clinical

To ensure

statutory obligations are met that are relevant to the clinical

area.

To

ensure quality standards are maintained in order to provide the highest standards of holistic care.

To

maintain and support the provision of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care, within the

limits of your qualifications and under the supervision of qualified

staff.

Work to the agreed

models of care and work allocation.

Escalate

any clinical or non-clinical incidents to the nurse in charge, and complete incident documentation via Sentinel. Assist with investigations and risk

assessments as appropriate.

2.

Professional

To

understand and work within the Health and Social Care Act 2008, and PT business

plan and philosophy.

Work

as part of the multidisciplinary team, providing holistic care to patients, their

families

and carers.

Deliver

a safe and high standard of care in accordance with Phyllis Tuckwell policies, guidelines.

Where

appropriate and under the supervision of qualified staff, provide information and support

to patients, carers and relatives.

Maintain effective

relationships with colleagues.

To

maintain accurate, legible and contemporaneous records on all patients, to ensure documentation meets agreed PT

standards and adheres to Caldicott Guidelines.

3. Managerial

To

work in accordance with the PT Fire, Health and Safety and Governance policies.

To

effectively maintain and support the clinical area and monitor resources,

including clinical supplies and equipment.

To

ensure a team environment is maintained by developing effective relationships and being considerate towards colleagues,

so as to create a team spirit and provide personal

Manage your own time effectively to meet

PT aims and objectives.

4. Training and Development

Team

Maintain

and support the professional development and safe practice of others through peer support, leadership, supervision and teaching.

Personal

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of PT guidelines,

policies and procedures.

To

identify and develop own knowledge and clinical skills, through continual professional development, clinical

supervision, discussion with other members of the MDT, and through PT Annual Appraisal Process.

5. Research

Participate in research and audit

within the PT environment.

Assist in implementing the findings of evidence-based practice.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the

principles of fairness and equality at its core. We are an equal

opportunities employer, who values and respects our employees unique

knowledge, skills and experiences. We warmly welcome applications from

all sections of the community. All appointments are made following a fair

and equitable process, based on merit, job requirements and business need.

We Offer

Excellent

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Six weeks paid holiday plus public holidays

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Continuation of NHS Pension for current members

or Phyllis Tuckwell Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to

7.5%)

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Health Cash Plan Scheme

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Employee Assistance Programme

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Staff Benefit Scheme

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Blue Light Discount Card

Excellent Career Development

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Access to learning and professional development

opportunities (we have an on-site education team)

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Shadow shifts

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Apprenticeships

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Rotation opportunities

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Clear progressive career development

opportunities from Health Care Assistant to Registered Nurse.

A Great Place to Work

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Equal Opportunities employer

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Flexible hours and flexible working

Tuckwell*

Closing date for receipt of

applications: 6th September 2026

Interviews to be held: 15th September 2026

Please note that we do not hold a

sponsor licence and therefore are unable to provide sponsorship.

Qualifications

Relationships and Communication

Experience

Quality

Self Management & Leadership

Self Management & Leadership

Team Working