Senior Health Care Assistant
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Posted
- 09/09/2026
- Closes
- 06/10/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This role involves delivering high-quality palliative and end-of-life care to patients in their homes and within the hospice setting. You will support patients with personal care, emotional needs, and practical assistance, working closely with registered nurses and other healthcare professionals. The position requires flexibility, including working across a 7-day rota and occasional night shifts as part of the Rapid Response team. It's an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of patients and their families during challenging times.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, compassionate palliative and end of life care in patients' own homes.
- Support patients with personal care, emotional support, and practical needs.
- Work closely with registered nurses to ensure coordinated and holistic care.
- Provide respite and reassurance to families and carers.
- Collaborate with NHS, social services, local care homes, and voluntary sector organisations.
- Support the Rapid Response team by delivering urgent care to patients experiencing distressing symptoms.
Essential criteria
- Level 3 Diploma/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care for adults or equivalent. |Maths and English GCSE level 4 or equivalent
- A minimum of 1 years care experience working within NHS or a care setting.
- Able to work autonomously and as part of team
- Evidence of excellent communication skills
- Experience of supervising/supporting team members
Desirable criteria
- Level 3 Diploma or equivalent certificate in palliative/end of life care
- Level 2 or 3 Diploma/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in awareness of dementia
- Experience working in palliative or end of life care.
- Experience of CQC compliance and evidencing regulations in practice
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £24,937 – £26,598 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Mary Ann Evans Hospice
Senior Health Care Assistant
The closing date is 06 October 2026
Job summary
Make a difference everyday. Join our team and provide exceptional care where it matters most.
For over 30 years, Mary Ann Evans Hospice has delivered compassionate, high quality end of life care to individuals and their families across Warwickshire North. We're proud of the difference we've made and continue to make in the lives of those navigating life limiting illness.
As we expand our services to meeting increasing demand, were looking for a dedicated Senior Health Care Assistant to join our community team to work 23 hours over 2 days. This role offers the opportunity to provide personalised care in patients homes supporting individuals and their families through some of life's most difficult moments.
About the Role
As a senior Health Care Assistant, you will:
- Deliver high-quality, compassionate palliative
and end of life care in patients' own homes.
- Support patients with personal care, emotional
support, and practical needs.
- Work closely with registered nurses to ensure coordinated
and holistic care.
- Provide respite and reassurance to families
and carers, helping them feel supported and empowered.
- Uphold the values of compassionate, trustworthy, respectful and inspirational in every aspect of our care.
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