Community Healthcare Assistant

Job description

Provide hands-on care that makes patients feel supported and safe.

Community Healthcare Assistant

Locations Available: Orbis

Salary: £24853

Hours: Bank

At DHU Healthcare, every role matters. Because every moment gives us the chance to make the difference - for patients, colleagues and communities. Wherever you join us, your compassion, commitment and skills will not only make all the difference in the moment today but also shape the care we deliver tomorrow.

Making care possible, together.

With us, every moment matters. Our UEC teams deliver expert care 24/7, working together to respond quickly when it's needed most.

As a UEC Community Healthcare Assistant you will: Patient Care and Support: Provide direct care to patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, promoting comfort, recovery, dignity and independence, including personal care and end-of-life support.
Clinical Assistance and Monitoring: Support nursing staff with clinical assessments, treatments and medication checks, monitor patients' wellbeing, recognise changes in condition and report concerns promptly.
Record-Keeping and Communication: Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, communicate effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals, and report incidents, complaints and safeguarding concerns appropriately.
Health, Safety and Professional Development: Follow company policies, confidentiality and health and safety procedures, use equipment safely, and undertake training to develop clinical skills and maintain high standards of care.
Teamwork and Service Delivery: Work collaboratively with nursing staff, multidisciplinary teams and external agencies, support new colleagues, complete administrative duties and contribute to the continuous improvement of service quality.
For you, benefits that work.

We'll support your health, happiness and future with benefits that put you first. From access to the NHS pension scheme (and we'll honour your existing NHS pension pot and holiday entitlement if you're transferring), to wellbeing support, flexible options and career growth, we're here to help you thrive at work and in life. For...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Derby

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

17-10-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English