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Healthcare Assistant - Circle Health Group
Healthcare Assistant – Oncology Department – Chaucer Hospital
About the Role
A permanent, fixed-term part-time (22.5 hours/week) opportunity is available for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Oncology department at Chaucer Hospital, part of Circle Health Group. This national leader in independent healthcare offers a supportive environment for compassionate care.
Location & Hours
- Chaucer Hospital, Canterbury
- 22.5 hours per week (flexible shift pattern)
Salary & Hours
- Up to £30,675.00 FTE per year, based on experience, training, and qualifications
- Permanent/Fixed-Term position
Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients with personal care (hygiene, dressing, mobility, toileting, and oral care) with respect for dignity and autonomy.
- Support eating, drinking, and nutritional needs, including accurate dietary intake documentation.
- Provide emotional and psychological comfort to patients and their relatives in a safe, caring environment.
- Conduct and record routine clinical observations (BP, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, blood glucose) after appropriate training.
- Assist with basic clinical procedures (wound care setup, catheter care, mobility aid use, and pressure area prevention).
- Maintain sterility and organisation of clinical areas (trolleys, beds, equipment).
- Collaborate with nurses, doctors, therapists, and admin teams to deliver efficient, patient-centred care.
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Requirements
Essential
- Previous experience in care or health support settings (hospitals, care homes, domiciliary/community).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a caring, compassionate approach.
- Ability to follow protocols, escalate concerns, and maintain confidentiality.
- Strong literacy, numeracy, and IT proficiency.
- Physical ability to perform duties, including moving and handling patients.
- Familiarity with safeguarding, infection control, and clinical documentation.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- Previous Oncology experience.
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Salary & Benefits
Circle Health Group provides a competitive starting salary alongside:
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increases to 30 days with service).
- Private Pension Scheme.
- Private Healthcare Scheme (including pre-existing conditions, discounts at our hospitals).
- Friends & Family discounts on healthcare appointments.
- Family-friendly policies:
- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption pay.
- Non-contributory life insurance.
- Wellbeing resources, including support programmes and industry-leading training and development.
- Employee engagement hub with discounts, rewards, and additional perks.
Company Values
Circle Health Group promotes diverse, inclusive opportunities for all, underpinned by a selfless, compassionate, and collaborative culture. To learn more: Circle Health Group Philosophy
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