We are seeking a number of Healthcare Assistants to join our Care @ Home service based in Cornwall. This is a night service and will require you to work from 22:00pm until 07:00am.
Main duties of the job
As a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) working in our night‑time community team providing end‑of‑life care in patients’ homes, you will play a vital role in ensuring comfort, dignity, and support during their final days.
Job responsibilities
Join our expanding Marie Curie night service in Cornwall and be part of a team that’s making a real difference – our growth means we can reach and care for even more end‑of‑life patients across the county, providing comfort and dignity when it matters most. These roles are perfect for compassionate individuals who thrive working independently through the night, delivering high‑quality care and support to patients and their loved ones during life’s most challenging moments.
Role: End of Life Care Healthcare Assistant (Band 2)
Hours: 22:00pm – 07:00am night shift
Contract: Part‑Time Permanent (18, 27 or 36‑hour contracts available)
Salary: Band 2 £25,272 per annum, in line with NHS Agenda for Change (AFC) + enhancements and Marie Curie employee benefits package
Locations: Central, North and East Cornwall (you will work within a 25‑mile radius from your home address)
You will be responsible for planning your own work, responding to changes in patient conditions, prioritising care needs (including hygiene, nutrition and hydration, comfort, monitoring vitals and more) as detailed in the personalised care plan, and ensuring you escalate appropriately to senior staff within the multidisciplinary team in a timely manner.
What we’re looking for:
- National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care or an equivalent
- Hold a current and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle which includes business insurance
- Knowledge of palliative and end‑of‑life care
- Hold person‑centred conversations; communicate sensitively with the person and those important to them in a non‑judgemental, empathetic, supportive and professional manner
- Participate in the assessment, care planning, review and evaluation of holistic care management plans within the multidisciplinary team
- Undertake risk assessments to support safe delivery of care
Benefits
- Annual leave allowance: 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro‑rata)
- Competitive policy for parental/sick leave
- Industry‑leading training programmes
- Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
- Defined contribution pension scheme
- Loan schemes for bikes, computers and satellite navigation systems
- Introduce a friend scheme
- Help with eye‑care costs
- Entitlement to Marie Curie Blue‑Light Card
- Entitlement to Benefit‑Hub Discount Scheme
- Life assurance for all employees
Person Specification
Qualifications:
- National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent
Experience:
- Knowledge of palliative and end‑of‑life care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and 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.
£25,272 a year (Band 2) pro‑rata per annum
Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you, your experience, perspective and voice.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.
At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone, staff and volunteers alike, supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation is suitable for their roles and is committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
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