About this role
Job summary
We are looking for 2 experienced, caring and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our Living Well Services team at Longfield Community Hospice. This part-time role supports patients living with life-limiting illnesses, helping them maintain comfort, dignity, independence, and quality of life.
Working under the supervision of an experienced Registered Nurse, you will be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering compassionate, person-centred care in our Day Hospice setting.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Provide personal care and emotional support to Day Hospice patients Assist with mobility, hygiene, and nutrition needs Support patients to engage in therapeutic and social activities Observe and report changes in patients condition Offer reassurance and practical support to families and carers Maintain a safe, welcoming, and therapeutic environment Support individual patients as a key worker, with supervision and guidance Assist with therapy-led activities to promote independence Contribute ideas for meaningful activities for patients and carers
About us
We provide care to adults living in Gloucestershire with a life-limiting condition as well as their loved ones and family/carers. All of our services are free of charge 365 days a year
Job description Job responsibilities Job purpose
This part-time role involves supporting patients with life-limiting illnesses and supporting their carers. You will help to provide comfort, dignity, and compassionate care in a therapeutic environment. The ethos of the service is to ensure our patients can maintain independence and enjoy life as far as they possibly can. You will work under the supervision of an experienced registered nurse as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Main duties and responsibilities Provide personal care and emotional support to patients attending the day hospice. Assist patients with mobility, nutrition, and hygiene needs as required. Support patients in engaging with therapeutic activities and social interaction. Observe and report changes in patients condition to the registered nurse. Offer reassurance and practical support to carers and family members. Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients and visitors. Contribute to the smooth running of the day hospice through teamwork and flexibility. Work closely with specific patients that you will be the primary support for, you will be supported with your caseload and supervised indirectly by the registered nurse. You will support patients through some difficult conversations and planning. You will undertake some therapy support tasks with guidance from the physiotherapist and occupational therapist to aid patients in maintaining their independence. You will help devise new and interesting activities for patients and carers to keep sessions appropriate to meet their needs. Additional Information
Training and supervision will be provided. Opportunities for further development and learning within a supportive team. This role reports directly to an experienced registered nurse.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills Essential
Compassionate, respectful, and patient-centred approach. Good communication and teamwork skills. Able to hold difficult and sometimes emotional conversations with patients, supporting them through their journey. Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times. Imaginative and enthusiastic, able to create activities and events to support the service.
Experience Essential
Previous experience in a care setting, ideally with palliative or hospice care.
Job circumstances Essential
Travel within the community will be required; a valid drivers license and access to a vehicle is required.
Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Longfield Hospice
Address Burleigh Lane
Minchinhampton
Gloucestershire
GL5 2PQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.longfield.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)