Flexibank Health Care Assistant

Do you have an interest in providing support and care to those with life-limiting conditions from diagnosis to end of life? Are you looking to work whilst remaining flexible to support your family and/or work-life balance? We could have the opportunity you have been looking for. We have hours available in both the Adult Community service and our Inpatient Ward.

ellenor is a hospice charity in Gravesend providing palliative and end-of-life care within the local community. At ellenor, we value inclusivity and focus on providing high-quality services with compassion and care.

We offer professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme (with the option for NHS Pension Scheme members to transfer their pension), an employee assistance program, discount schemes and paid annual leave accrual based on hours worked.

Key Responsibilities of the role include:

• Ensure the highest possible standard of care for patients and supporting relatives during their care
• Participating in the assessment and provision of care needs for patients
• Ensuring all care is documented correctly electronically, in line with mandatory and legal requirements
• Delivering care as part of a team alongside our medical team

Essential requirements of the role include:

• NVQ level 2/3 in Health and Social care or equivalent
• Flexible approach to working hours, times and days of the week, including night shifts and weekends
• Willing to undertake further professional training/qualifications
• Full UK Driving Licence & access to a vehicle (Adult Community Service)

Please note posts are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance and full right to work in the UK.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship.