Health Care Assistant Jobs in UK 2025 with Visa Sponsorship | Urgent Hiring

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Job summary

A healthcare organization in England is seeking a Night Health Care Assistant to provide personalized palliative care to patients in their homes. This role entails performing clinical interventions and supporting emotional needs while maintaining patient dignity. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and relevant experience in health care. Join us for a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension plan

30 days annual leave

Tailored training

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Health Care Assistant or similar role.
• Ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Understanding of palliative care principles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized palliative care in patients' homes.
• Follow care plans and conduct risk assessments.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Emotional support

Clinical interventions

Risk assessment

Education

Relevant qualifications in health or social care

Job description

Health Care Assistant Jobs in UK 2025 with Visa Sponsorship | Urgent Hiring

Health Care Assistant Jobs in UK 2025 with Visa Sponsorship | Urgent Hiring

St. Michael’s Hospice, located in the picturesque Herefordshire countryside, offers more than just a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes a transferable hospice pension, life assurance, 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, study leave, local supplier discounts, tailored training, advanced communication skills courses, employee counseling services, complimentary tea and coffee, and a welcoming work environment.

Ranked among the top 100 not-for-profit organizations to work for, St. Michael’s Hospice has been dedicated to supporting terminally ill patients and their families for nearly 40 years. We are currently looking for an experienced Health Care Assistant to join our Community Services team, providing nighttime support through Hospice at Home.

• Location: Base at St. Michael’s Hospice, traveling around the County
• Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
• Reports to: Senior Community Registered Nurse

Job Overview

As a Night Health Care Assistant, you will enhance the quality of life for patients and their families. You will deliver personalized palliative care in their homes, performing clinical interventions under the guidance of registered nurses while upholding high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

Care Provision:

• Follow care plans and conduct risk assessments while providing individualized care.
• After training, perform various clinical care interventions, including stoma care.
• Make independent decisions to improve patient care quality.
• Evaluate clinical health and safety risks.
• Use sound judgment in emergencies.
• Report changes in patients’ conditions to senior nurses.
• Provide emotional support and coordinate referrals to hospice services.
• Maintain patients’ privacy and dignity.
• Execute last rites for deceased patients and confirm anticipated demise.
• Prevent complications from immobility, such as pressure ulcers and falls.
• Offer level-one medication management.
  Onboard new staff and share expertise.

Communication:

• Build and maintain a positive reputation for the organization.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Recognize limitations in providing emotional support.
• Uphold patient confidentiality.
• Collaborate as a team member while following policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided.

Health and Safety:

• Prioritize patient safety and welfare consistently.
• Identify patients at risk, including those prone to falls.
• Contribute to health and safety risk assessments.
• Follow incident reporting procedures.

Education:

• Attend required training and service development opportunities.
• Enhance knowledge and skills in palliative care.
• Conduct annual self-evaluations and personal development assessments.
• Serve as a role model for new staff.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Health Care Assistant or in a similar role.
• Relevant qualifications in health or social care are preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to provide emotional support to patients and their families.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Flexibility to work night shifts and travel within the county.
• Understanding of palliative care principles is advantageous.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and development.

Joining St. Michael’s Hospice as a Night Health Care Assistant allows you to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives. You will enjoy a supportive work environment, competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. This role is perfect for compassionate individuals committed to providing high-quality palliative care in the comfort of patients’ homes. Apply today and be part of our dedicated team!