Healthcare Assistant in Guernsey inGuernsey PUBLISHED WED 29 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 3: £29,348 to £34,356 a year
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Job description
Attractive relocation policy — ideal if you're moving to Guernsey with family and a car.
Competitive Band 3 pay £29,348–£34,356 a year with public‑sector benefits.
Clear career pathway, Care Certificate, Band 3 competencies, revalidation and chances to mentor new staff.
Healthy work–life balance in a small island service and modern hospital facilities — time to care.
Specialist 20‑bed dementia ward, meaningful, hands‑on work supporting people with advanced dementia.
Overseas applicants considered — Skilled Worker sponsorship welcomed and DBS checks managed for you.
Job summary
The States of Guernsey are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join Corbiere Ward.Corbiere Ward is a 20 bedded unit that provides nursing care for people living with dementia whos needs cannot be met at home or in a community care setting.The post holder will be required to carry out a wide range of duties under the direction of a registered nurse, with minimal supervision. They will ensure high quality individualised care is delivered to service users living with advanced dementia and other mental health diagnoses, maintaining privacy and dignity. The post holder will demonstrate skills to new or less
Experience
d members of staff and participate in ward-based induction and orientation programmes. They are responsible for ensuring that all their mandatory and statutory training is current. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the principles of our CARE values.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will berequired to carry out a wide range of duties under the direction of aregistered nurse, with minimal supervision. They will ensure high qualityindividualised care is delivered to service users living with advanced dementiaand other mental health diagnoses, maintaining privacy and dignity. The postholder will demonstrate skills to new or less
Experience
d members of staff andparticipate in ward-based induction and orientation programmes. They areresponsible for ensuring that all their mandatory and statutory training iscurrent. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the principles ofour CARE values.
About us
The Island of Guernsey is in the English Channel in the Bay of St Malo, 50km off the north-west coast of France and 120km from the English coast.Guernsey has a population of around 63,000 and in Alderney just under 2,000. Working in a relatively small Health and Social Care Service like ours means you can effectively work with colleagues across the services, health and social care professionals can collaborate not only with each other but also other agencies, the third sector and the community.We offer an attractive relocation policy and competitive salaries with great career opportunities, modern facilities, excellent training, revalidation and registration support and a healthy work-life balance.As a health or social care professional who chooses to join our team, you can look forward to working in an environment that gives you the time to care that you hoped for when choosing this career.
Details
Date posted
29 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 3
Salary
£29,348 to £34,356 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
K0005-25-Job location
sPrincess Elizabeth HospitalLe VauquiedorSt. MartinGuernseyGY4 6UU
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilityfor Patient/Service User CareTo support patients/service users inundertaking activities of daily living within care plans.To monitor and report changes inpatient/service users presentation to the staff member in charge and takeappropriate action.To follow all relevant policies andprocedures.Toreport issues of concern in line with policy and contribute to any Quality andSafety processes.CommunicationTo build a rapport with patients/serviceusers and their support network, communicating with them in a way that respectstheir views.To use a wide range of communication skillsthat can be adapted to meet the needs of complex and challenging situations.To demonstrate effective communication skillswith all members of the multi- disciplinary team.To provide clear, concise, and accurateelectronic and paper records of the care given in accordance with agreed policyand standards.Communicates to patients/service users and relativescompassionately, in a confidential and sensitive professional manner.To acknowledge and respect language and culturaldifferences of patients/service users, their support networks and colleagues.LeadershipTo promote high quality care through the rolemodelling of professional behaviours.To advocate on behalf of patients and service usersTo take accountability for own decisions andactions.Planningand OrganisationTo organise own workload and tasks,prioritising as appropriate.PartnershipWorkingTo demonstrate an understanding of and applythe principles of the CARE Values.To contribute to effective team workingthrough communicating with others in a constructive way offering support andassistance and making suggestions for the improvement of care delivery.To attend and participate in team meetings.To understand the role of a range ofprofessionals from other service areas who may be participating in the care ofa patient/service user.Responsibilityfor Physical and Financial ResourcesTo use public funds and equipment responsiblyand appropriately.To use consumables appropriately, monitoringstock and minimising waste.To handle valuables in accordance with agreedpolicies and procedures.ProfessionalDevelopmentToundertake the Care Certificate and Band 3 Competency Pathway within a specifiedtime scale.To complete training in accordance with theStatutory, Mandatory and Essential to Role Training Policy.To participate in supervisory one-to-onemeetings and HSCs Values Based Appraisal process, developing plans to meetpersonal and organisational objectives.To demonstrate the ability to develop newknowledge and skills, applying this to practice, and share with colleagues asappropriate.To participate in the induction, orientationand development of new staff, students and any voluntary workers.Research,Development and AuditTo be involved in HSC quality improvementinitiatives and audits to improve patients safety and care.
Job description
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialAbility to demonstrate an understanding of HSCs CARE ValuesPunctual and reliableAbility to follow instructionsAbility to organise own workAbility to work well within a teamSelf-motivated and able to use initiativeGood level of literacy and numeracyGood communication skills (written and verbal)
Person Specification
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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Additional information
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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer
Details
The States of Guernsey are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join Corbiere Ward.Corbiere Ward is a 20 bedded unit that provides nursing care for people living with dementia whos needs cannot be met at home or in a community care setting.The post holder will be required to carry out a wide range of duties under the direction of a registered nurse, with minimal supervision. They will ensure high quality individualised care is delivered to service users living with advanced dementia and other mental health diagnoses, maintaining privacy and dignity. The post holder will demonstrate skills to new or less
Experience
d members of staff and participate in ward-based induction and orientation programmes. They are responsible for ensuring that all their mandatory and statutory training is current. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the principles of our CARE values.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will berequired to carry out a wide range of duties under the direction of aregistered nurse, with minimal supervision. They will ensure high qualityindividualised care is delivered to service users living with advanced dementiaand other mental health diagnoses, maintaining privacy and dignity. The postholder will demonstrate skills to new or less
Experience
d members of staff andparticipate in ward-based induction and orientation programmes. They areresponsible for ensuring that all their mandatory and statutory training iscurrent. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the principles ofour CARE values.
About us
The Island of Guernsey is in the English Channel in the Bay of St Malo, 50km off the north-west coast of France and 120km from the English coast.Guernsey has a population of around 63,000 and in Alderney just under 2,000. Working in a relatively small Health and Social Care Service like ours means you can effectively work with colleagues across the services, health and social care professionals can collaborate not only with each other but also other agencies, the third sector and the community.We offer an attractive relocation policy and competitive salaries with great career opportunities, modern facilities, excellent training, revalidation and registration support and a healthy work-life balance.As a health or social care professional who chooses to join our team, you can look forward to working in an environment that gives you the time to care that you hoped for when choosing this career.
Details
Date posted
29 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 3
Salary
£29,348 to £34,356 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
K0005-25-Job location
sPrincess Elizabeth HospitalLe VauquiedorSt. MartinGuernseyGY4 6UU
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilityfor Patient/Service User CareTo support patients/service users inundertaking activities of daily living within care plans.To monitor and report changes inpatient/service users presentation to the staff member in charge and takeappropriate action.To follow all relevant policies andprocedures.Toreport issues of concern in line with policy and contribute to any Quality andSafety processes.CommunicationTo build a rapport with patients/serviceusers and their support network, communicating with them in a way that respectstheir views.To use a wide range of communication skillsthat can be adapted to meet the needs of complex and challenging situations.To demonstrate effective communication skillswith all members of the multi- disciplinary team.To provide clear, concise, and accurateelectronic and paper records of the care given in accordance with agreed policyand standards.Communicates to patients/service users and relativescompassionately, in a confidential and sensitive professional manner.To acknowledge and respect language and culturaldifferences of patients/service users, their support networks and colleagues.LeadershipTo promote high quality care through the rolemodelling of professional behaviours.To advocate on behalf of patients and service usersTo take accountability for own decisions andactions.Planningand OrganisationTo organise own workload and tasks,prioritising as appropriate.PartnershipWorkingTo demonstrate an understanding of and applythe principles of the CARE Values.To contribute to effective team workingthrough communicating with others in a constructive way offering support andassistance and making suggestions for the improvement of care delivery.To attend and participate in team meetings.To understand the role of a range ofprofessionals from other service areas who may be participating in the care ofa patient/service user.Responsibilityfor Physical and Financial ResourcesTo use public funds and equipment responsiblyand appropriately.To use consumables appropriately, monitoringstock and minimising waste.To handle valuables in accordance with agreedpolicies and procedures.ProfessionalDevelopmentToundertake the Care Certificate and Band 3 Competency Pathway within a specifiedtime scale.To complete training in accordance with theStatutory, Mandatory and Essential to Role Training Policy.To participate in supervisory one-to-onemeetings and HSCs Values Based Appraisal process, developing plans to meetpersonal and organisational objectives.To demonstrate the ability to develop newknowledge and skills, applying this to practice, and share with colleagues asappropriate.To participate in the induction, orientationand development of new staff, students and any voluntary workers.Research,Development and AuditTo be involved in HSC quality improvementinitiatives and audits to improve patients safety and care.
Job description
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialAbility to demonstrate an understanding of HSCs CARE ValuesPunctual and reliableAbility to follow instructionsAbility to organise own workAbility to work well within a teamSelf-motivated and able to use initiativeGood level of literacy and numeracyGood communication skills (written and verbal)
Person Specification
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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Additional information
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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer
Details
Attractive relocation policy — ideal if you're moving to Guernsey with family and a car.
Competitive Band 3 pay £29,348–£34,356 a year with public‑sector benefits.
Clear career pathway, Care Certificate, Band 3 competencies, revalidation and chances to mentor new staff.
Healthy work–life balance in a small island service and modern hospital facilities — time to care.
Specialist 20‑bed dementia ward, meaningful, hands‑on work supporting people with advanced dementia.
Overseas applicants considered — Skilled Worker sponsorship welcomed and DBS checks managed for you.
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
Requirements
See the job description for full role requirements.
Benefits
Attractive relocation policy — ideal if you're moving to Guernsey with family and a car.; Competitive Band 3 pay £29,348–£34,356 a year with public‑sector benefits.; Clear career pathway: Care Certificate, Band 3 competencies, revalidation and chances to mentor new staff.; Healthy work–life balance in a small island service and modern hospital facilities — time to care.; Specialist 20‑bed dementia ward: meaningful, hands‑on work supporting people with advanced dementia.; Overseas applicants considered — Skilled Worker sponsorship welcomed and DBS checks managed for you.
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Useful skills for a Healthcare Assistant:
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To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
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