HospiceHome Health Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 12 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £26,344.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £26344.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 January 2026 |
| Location: | Coleford, GL16 8QE |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | B0512-26-0001 |
Summary
Overview of Responsibilities Within the home environment and as a Lone Worker, to: Follow policies procedures and guidelines as per Hospice at Home Handbook Work in accordance with Lone Worker Policy Recognise and report limitations of own professional competence/experience and personal living standards that may differ from those in receipt of care Recognise the need and undertake any training identified via Line Management and/or annual appraisal Be aware of risk to self and others under Health and Safety Regulations Verbally report any accident or untoward incident as soon as possible followed by written report Be aware of Out of Hours Procedures when seeking advice and/or support Respect peoples personal choices for lifestyle and living arrangements Work collaboratively and constructively in line with our vision, mission and strategy Be proactive and flexible in your contribution to the promotion of our services Communications Establish and maintain effective communication with patients, relatives and carers as part of their receipt of End-of-Life Care To be aware of the role of all personnel within the wider multi-disciplinary team including community staff, social services, hospital professionals, the specialist palliative care team and other agencies Maintain regular professional contact with Community Services Manager and Hospice at Home Lead Establish and maintain communication with individuals and groups about difficult or complex matters