Health Care Support Worker (Band 3)

Salary £24,000 - £25,600

We are searching for exceptional Health Care Support Workers who are passionate and experienced in caring for Babies, Children and Young Adults and take pride in their role. Hospice is a unique working environment; it stretches a person in many ways. We are looking for individuals who, at their core, are kind, proactive and take the positives from any given situation.

You will require a minimum NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a health related area. Clinical experience of caring for children and young adults with complex health needs is desirable. This role is hands on delivering care to clinically complex children, following the child’s individual care plan. What remains essential is the ability to demonstrate understanding, compassion and to work well with others in the team.

This post works flexibly 37.5 hours per week, including rotation onto nights to cover a 24/7, 365-day service.

We recognise that working in a Children’s Hospice is very different to that of the NHS and sometimes applicants are not sure if working in a Hospice setting best suits their experience. We hold Claire House values central to our recruitment process. Therefore, we welcome interested applicants to arrange an informal visit and spend time at Claire House ahead of the interview.

All Claire House employees receive a rewards and recognition package which includes generous annual leave, life cover, free access to an Employee Assistance Program and counselling service, free parking, access to training and courses and in-house clinical supervision. We offer additional payments for working unsocial hours and night shifts. You can also continue with your NHS superannuation scheme or join the Claire House pension scheme.

Should you require any further information or want to discuss the post please contact Jenni Bell, Hospice Manager: jennifer.bell@clairehouse.org.uk Or Ruth Varey, Deputy Hospice Manager: ruth.varey@clairehouse.org.uk

Job description and Person Specification can be found here.

All applications must be submitted on a Claire House application form available here. Please email completed application to jobs@clairehouse.org.uk.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 2nd June 2024 at 24:00hrs

INTERVIEW: Tuesday 18th June 2024

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Claire House wants to meet the aims and commitments set out in its equality policy and we would appreciate your help and co-operation in completing the Equality and Diversityform.

This organisation’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal opportunities and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Registered Charity No. 1004058