Senior Health Care Assistant in Nuneaton inNuneaton PUBLISHED THU 30 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Job summary
Make a difference everyday. Join our team and provide exceptional care where it matters most.For over 30 years, Mary Ann Evans Hospice has delivered compassionate, high quality end of life care to individuals and their families across Warwickshire North. We're proud of the difference we've made and continue to make in the lives of those navigating life limiting illness.As we expand our services to meeting increasing demand, were looking for a dedicated Senior Health Care Assistant to join our community team. This role offers the opportunity to provide personalised care in patients homes supporting individuals and their families through some of life's most difficult moments.About the RoleAs a senior Health Care Assistant, you will:Deliver high-quality, compassionate palliative and end of life care in patients' own homes.Support patients with personal care, emotional support, and practical needs.Work closely with registered nurses to ensure coordinated and holistic care.Provide respite and reassurance to families and carers, helping them feel supported and empowered.Uphold the values of compassionate, trustworthy, respectful and inspirational in every aspect of our care.Unfortunately, we do not have a sponsorship license and cannot offer visa sponsorship.

Main duties of the job
About YouWe are looking for individualswho are:Passionate about delivering person-centred care at the end of life.Excellent communication skills.Empathetic, compassionate, and respectful of each individuals journey.

Experience
d in a care setting (community or hospice

Experience
desirable but not essential).Flexible, reliable, and able to work independently in a community setting.Hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.Confidence and competence in IT, including the use of electronic patient records systems such as EMIS (training will be provided).What We OfferThe opportunity to make a real impact in peoples lives.A supportive,

Experience
d team that values kindness and collaboration.Ongoing training and professional development.Mileage reimbursement and access to employee wellbeing initiatives.The chance to be part of a charity with deep roots and a strong reputation in the local community.

Qualifications
and

Experience
:NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification is required .

Experience
in palliative and end of life care is preferred but not essential. Most importantly, candidates must be passionate about delivering and improving high-quality palliative and end of life care within the community.

About us
Employment Benefits and TermsAs an NHS Partner, Mary Ann Evans Hospice will continue to make contributions to your Pension Scheme, subject to qualifying conditions. For further advice, please contact our Payroll Officer within the Business Support Team.We offer the following benefits to support our employees:Agenda for Change pay scalewith NHS length of service recognised for annual leave entitlementSickness pay in accordance with Mary Ann Evans Hospice policyExcellent training and professional development opportunitiesEnhanced DBS clearance provided by Mary Ann Evans HospiceLease car scheme available via

Salary
sacrificeAccess to electric pool cars for work-related travelFREE parking facilitieswhen based at the Hospice located on the George Eliot siteEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential supportPension Scheme options, including continuation of NHS Pension Scheme for existing membersWe are committed to supporting our staff with competitive benefits and a positive working environment to help you thrive in your role.

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Date posted
30 October 2025

Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 3

Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number
B0Job location
sMary Ann Evans HospiceEliot WayNuneatonWarwickshireCV10 7QL

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Job responsibilities
The Senior Health Care Assistant plays a key role in our Community Services team. This service includesthe Hospice at Home team, the Wellbeing Programme, and the Rapid Response service, which is delivered in partnership with South Warwickshire NHSFoundation Trust.This role will primarily be focused onsupporting patients within the Hospice at Home and Wellbeing Programme, workingacross a 7-day rota between the hours of 8:00am and 8:00pm. On occasion,the postholder will be required to work within the Rapid Response team, whichis a 24-hour service and will include internal rotation onto night shifts from8:00pm to 8:00am.When working within the Hospice at Home team,the Senior Health Care Assistant will provide high-quality palliative and end-of-life care topatients and their families in their own homes. This care involves supportingpatients with personal care, emotional wellbeing, and practical needs. The role will also include delivering short periods of respite care, offering essentialsupport and rest to family members and carers during what is often anemotionally challenging time.A key part of the role involves closecollaboration with colleagues from the NHS, social services, local care homes,and voluntary sector organisations to ensure that each patient'spreferences, particularly the wish to remain and die at home are fully supportedand respected.Within the Wellbeing Programme, the Senior Health Care Assistant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to enhance the quality of lifefor patients and those close to them within the hospice setting. This willinvolve promoting a reablement approach and contributing to wellbeing-focusedmodels of care that support patients to maintain their independence, dignity,and comfort.There may be occasions when the Senior Health Care Assistant isrequired to support the Rapid Response team. In this capacity, they will workalongside an

Experience
d, qualified palliative care nurse to deliver urgentcare to patients experiencing distressing or uncontrolled symptoms that requireimmediate intervention. This is an essential part of our round-the-clock careprovision, ensuring that patients receive timely and appropriate support duringcrisis situations.The ideal candidate will have relevant

Experience
in delivering palliative, end-of-life, or community-based care. Theywill demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with theability to offer emotional support to patients and families in often sensitiveand difficult circumstances. The ability to work both independently and as partof a team is essential, along with a flexible approach to

Working pattern
s,including the ability to cover occasional night shifts.A recognised Health Care Assistantqualification (or equivalent

Experience
) is required, along with a commitmentto maintaining the highest standards of patient care, confidentiality, andprofessionalism. Due to the nature of the role, applicants should be resilient,empathetic, and possess strong time management skills.This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity tomake a real difference in the lives of patients and families facing some oflifes most difficult moments. If you are passionate about deliveringcompassionate, person-centred care within a supportive and collaborativecommunity setting, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact the hospice if you would like the opportunity of an informal visit.

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Qualifications
EssentialLevel 3 Diploma/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care for adults or equivalent. |Maths and English GCSE level 4 or equivalentDesirableLevel 3 Diploma or equivalent certificate in palliative/end of life careLevel 2 or 3 Diploma/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in awareness of dementia

Experience
EssentialA minimum of 1 years care

Experience
working within NHS or a care setting.Able to work autonomously and as part of teamEvidence of excellent communication skills

Experience
of supervising/supporting team membersDesirable

Experience
working in palliative or end of life care.

Experience
of CQC compliance and evidencing regulations in practice

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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

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