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Job summary
We are currently looking to recruit dynamic and enthusiastic Health Care Assistants to work in our In-patient Unit.Offering care to patients with advanced end stage illnesses, many of whom may also have a range of complex symptom control needs. You will have a passion for palliative care.
Main duties of the job
We are currently looking to recruit dynamic and enthusiastic Health Care Assistants to work in our In-patient Unit.Offering care to patients with advanced end stage illnesses, many of whom may also have a range of complex symptom control needs. You will have a passion for palliative care.
About us
St Christophers, in our experience, is an extraordinary place to work.
Our aim at St Christophers is to deliver care and support that is of the highest quality to our patients, their families and carers and anyone else who looks to us for help. We know that people working across our organisation will only be able to provide this if they in turn, feel supported in their endeavours.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£28,517 to £32,399 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
324169
Job locations
St Christopher's - Sydenham
51-59 Lawrie Park Road
Sydenham
London
SE26 6DZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Healthcare Assistant
Location: Sydenham
Department: IPU
Hours: 37.5 hours per week based on a 7-day rota
Salary: £28,517 - £32,399 per annum (Full time Equivalent)
About us:
St Christopher’s Hospice was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders and formed part of the modern hospice movement. Proudly celebrating over 50 years and with a turnover of over £20 million, we provide invaluable care and support to over 6,000 people across the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.
Your new role:
Health Care Assistant - IPU
We are currently looking to recruit dynamic and enthusiastic Health Care Assistants to work in our In-patient Unit. Offering care to patients with advanced end stage illnesses, many of whom may also have a range of complex symptom control needs. You will have a passion for palliative care.
To succeed in the role:
The successful candidate will be compassionate, flexible and reliable. You will be confident in your approach with the ability to form good working relationships with all levels of staff and demonstrate a commitment to team working.
What you will get in return:
Is a stimulating and rewarding career with an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives and experiences of people living with life limiting and terminal illness. In addition, you will benefit from access to some excellent training and development opportunities, a number of staff health and wellbeing schemes, a competitive contributory pension scheme and Life Assurance scheme with generous beneficiary plan. You will also have access to free off-street parking nearby and an onsite staff canteen.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Katie Grace, Matron - IPU on 0208 768 4500.
Please have a look at our website for further information including the Job Description(s) and click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below to apply for either role.
Closing date: 27th September 2026
In the event we receive a high amount of applications, we reserve the right to close the job earlier than the initial closing date.
St Christopher’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities and actively encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented groups. Reasonable adjustments are available at any stage of the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Healthcare Assistant
Location: Sydenham
Department: IPU
Hours: 37.5 hours per week based on a 7-day rota
Salary: £28,517 - £32,399 per annum (Full time Equivalent)
About us:
St Christopher’s Hospice was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders and formed part of the modern hospice movement. Proudly celebrating over 50 years and with a turnover of over £20 million, we provide invaluable care and support to over 6,000 people across the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.
Your new role:
Health Care Assistant - IPU
We are currently looking to recruit dynamic and enthusiastic Health Care Assistants to work in our In-patient Unit. Offering care to patients with advanced end stage illnesses, many of whom may also have a range of complex symptom control needs. You will have a passion for palliative care.
To succeed in the role:
The successful candidate will be compassionate, flexible and reliable. You will be confident in your approach with the ability to form good working relationships with all levels of staff and demonstrate a commitment to team working.
What you will get in return:
Is a stimulating and rewarding career with an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives and experiences of people living with life limiting and terminal illness. In addition, you will benefit from access to some excellent training and development opportunities, a number of staff health and wellbeing schemes, a competitive contributory pension scheme and Life Assurance scheme with generous beneficiary plan. You will also have access to free off-street parking nearby and an onsite staff canteen.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Katie Grace, Matron - IPU on 0208 768 4500.
Please have a look at our website for further information including the Job Description(s) and click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below to apply for either role.
Closing date: 27th September 2026
In the event we receive a high amount of applications, we reserve the right to close the job earlier than the initial closing date.
St Christopher’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities and actively encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented groups. Reasonable adjustments are available at any stage of the recruitment process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- ESSENTIAL: Minimum Level 2 Qualification (English and Maths)
Desirable
- DESIRABLE: NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care
Experience
Essential
- ESSENTIAL: Experience of working within a team setting
Desirable
- DESIRABLE: Experience of working within a Healthcare Setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- ESSENTIAL: Minimum Level 2 Qualification (English and Maths)
Desirable
- DESIRABLE: NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care
Experience
Essential
- ESSENTIAL: Experience of working within a team setting
Desirable
- DESIRABLE: Experience of working within a Healthcare Setting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
St Christopher’s Hospice
Address
St Christopher's - Sydenham
51-59 Lawrie Park Road
Sydenham
London
SE26 6DZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
St Christopher’s Hospice
Address
St Christopher's - Sydenham
51-59 Lawrie Park Road
Sydenham
London
SE26 6DZ
United Kingdom