Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Healthcare Support Worker
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Job Opportunity: Health Care Assistant - Tarrant Ward
Are you a caring individual looking to work in an outstanding-rated Trust? Tarrant Ward, based at Blandford Community Hospital, are looking for either an experienced or new to care Health Care Assistant to join their team.
About the Role
As a Health Care Assistant, you will be working alongside a multi-disciplinary team. We have two palliative care suites where we pride ourselves at providing the best care to patients and their families in their last weeks or days of their life. Our Elderly Rehabilitation and End of Life Care unit achieved a nationally recognised accreditation in the Gold Standard Framework award for end-of-life care.
We offer a structured induction programme, and you will be given opportunities to support to develop your skills clinically and professionally with exploring our offers such as the Trainee Nursing Apprenticeship & the Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeship.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist registered nursing staff in providing high-quality individualized nursing care to a clearly defined group of patients, relatives, and carers.
- Assist the multi-disciplinary team to aid patients in gaining independence and mobility in preparation for a safe discharge.
- Participate in providing a range of therapeutic activities for patients.
Working Hours
The Health Care Assistant post is a full-time role, but we would be flexible and accept part-time applications with a minimum of 24 hours. We have a variety of flexible family working patterns listed below. Applicants must be available to work days and nights.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
- Early: 07.30 – 14:00
- Late: 14:00 – 20:30
- Long Day: 07:30 - 20:30
- Nights: 20:00 – 08:00
Weekend and public holidays at enhanced pay!
Requirements
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.
If you are new to care and hold no experience in healthcare, then we offer a fantastic development opportunity with a structured development plan to progress you from a band 2 to a band 3 Health Care Assistant on successful completion.
About Us
Staff are our top priority, and we are a learning organization who believes in investing in our staff to help them develop personally and professionally to reach their full potential.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities, and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us, you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Tammy Andrews
- Job title: Senior Sister
- Email address: tammy.andrews2@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 01258 394 017
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills