Salary
£23,295.32 (£25,321 per annum, full time equivalent)
Location
St Peter & St James Hospice, North Common Road, North Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4ED
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The Vacancy
Are you a caring and compassionate individual who wants to make a real difference in the lives of people with life-limiting illnesses? Do you have experience working in a healthcare setting and a passion for delivering person-centred care?
We're looking for dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our inpatient ward team at St Peter & St James Hospice. In this rewarding role, you'll support Registered Nurses in delivering high-quality, individualised palliative care to patients and those important to them, helping to ensure comfort, dignity, and wellbeing throughout their hospice journey.
Job Details:Location: St Peter & St James Hospice, North Common Rd, North Chailey, BN8 4ED
Salary: £23,295 pro rata (£25,321 FTE)
Working Hours: 34.5 hours per week (11.5 hour day)
Contract: Permanent part- time
Shifts: Flexible rota across Monday to Sunday, including nights, weekends and bank holidays
Closing Date: Early applications encouraged – we will shortlist and interview as applications are received.
What You'll Do:
Provide high-quality personal care to patients under the guidance of Registered Nurses
Support the delivery of individualised, patient-centred palliative care
Monitor and report changes in patients' conditions to the nursing team
Assist patients with meals, nutrition, hydration and mobility needs
Undertake extended Healthcare Assistant duties, when assessed as competent, under appropriate supervision
Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to care evaluations
Provide emotional support to patients and those important to them during challenging times
Help maintain a safe, clean and supportive ward environment
Work collaboratively as part of the wider multidisciplinary team
What We're Looking For:
Experience working as part of a healthcare team in a healthcare setting
Confidence using IT systems, alongside good literacy and numeracy skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a good command of spoken and written English
Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection requirements
Ability to work independently, use initiative and respond effectively to changing situations
Motivation to develop your knowledge and skills and undertake ongoing learning
Ability to provide compassionate care while managing sensitive and emotional situations appropriately
Commitment to treating all patients with dignity, respect and cultural sensitivity
Access to your own transport due to our rural location
Desirable:
Evidence of a Level 2 Apprenticeship or Diploma in a health-related subject
Willingness to work towards a Care Certificate, NVQ Level 2 or 3, or further study in palliative care
Understanding of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England
An appreciation of palliative care principles and philosophy
Please find the full job description and person specification at the bottom of this webpage.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and compassionate team committed to delivering outstanding palliative and end-of-life care. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities, a welcoming working environment, and the chance to make a meaningful difference every day. For informal enquiries, please contact our IPU Ward Manager, Alice Thomas at athomas@stpjhospice.org.
The Organisation
St Peter & St James Hospice is a leading provider of specialist palliative and end of life care for our Mid-Sussex community.
People affected by life-limiting illness are central to everything we do and it is our mission to ensure they receive the best possible care, in the right place, at the right time.
Our services are free of charge can be accessed at home, in a care setting, or at the Hospice in North Chailey.
We achieve our goals through the organisation’s talented people, by attracting, retaining and developing a highly skilled, diverse and engaged workforce.
Over 150 employees and 400 volunteers work in a variety of roles across our Clinical Services, Retail and Support Functions. If you're looking to put your skills to use in an organisation that makes a difference for its local community and values Compassion, Integrity, Accountability, Excellence and Inclusivity then click 'Apply Now'!
The Benefits
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The Values
Innovation
We are creative and fearless in our work.
Accountability
We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.
Teamwork
We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.
27 days holiday
Company sick pay scheme
Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
Monthly occupational health clinics
Leadership development programme
20% discount in our charity shops
Our people
Charlie Harkavy
Trainee Nursing Associate
"I worked in Housekeeping, then on the In-Patient Unit and am now in the Community Team undertaking a degree supported by the Hospice."
Dr Rob Kidway
Speciality Doctor
"It's the people we work with and the community we serve that make it such a special place."
Jacqui O'Donovan
Welfare Adviser
"I've been here for nearly 25 years and continue to enjoy supporting our patients, their loved ones and carers both at home and at the hospice."
Vrishali Pawar
People Services Assistant
"If you have the appetite to develop your skills, you are encouraged and empowered to learn and grow within the organisation."
Jon Anderson
Community Clinical Nurse Specialist
"Being a part of someone’s end of life care and supporting their loved ones through their grieving process is a real privilege."
Jess Stobbart
Housekeeping Assistant
"Working here, I've learnt that the smallest actions can create the biggest changes in people's lives."
Our people are our strength. We value diversity and inclusion so encourage applications from everyone, regardless of race, national origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability or age.
Please ensure you have your own means of transport as the hospice is not accessible by bus and is located on a main road without public footpath. Our precise location can be found here: https://stpjhospice.org/contact-us/
If you have any questions about this vacancy or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please contact us on hr@stpjhospice.org.
Please note we may shortlist and interview candidates as applications are received. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory results from pre-employment checks (right to work, references, Occupational Health, and DBS if applicable).
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