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Community Healthcare Assistant Night Sitter
East Cheshire NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 18 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2412870
Job summary
Are you a Healthcare Assistant who wants to be part of an innovative and dedicated Out of Hours team?
Do you have experience caring for patients in palliative care?
Do you want to support the community of Eastern Cheshire by providing excellent care at the patient's own home as part of a dedicated Night Sitting Service?
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Health Care Assistant to join our friendly and supportive Community Nursing Out of Hours team. The successful applicant will need to be a team player with excellent communication skills and a drive to provide high quality care. We actively encourage personal development and offer opportunity to complete in house training to develop the role of Community health care assistant within a domiciliary environment. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly to include weekends and bank holidays.
The post is for 20 hours per week to be worked as 2 x 2200-0800 hours Night Sitting shifts each week supporting individuals in need overnight in their own home. Occasionally you may be required to cover a night shift 2200 - 0800 hrs with the Out of Hours District Nursing Service visiting patients for Crisis Response visits. Pay will include some evening or night enhancements.
Hours per week: 20
Main duties of the job
To provide overnight care for patients requiring palliative support or with Urgent Crisis Response needs within their own home. To contribute and support the delivery of high standard of effective nursing care, as part of a nursing team, in support of and under the direction of a registered professional
To carry out assigned tasks, including direct nursing care and administrative duties as delegated by the nurse in charge
You will ensure that patients receive safe, individualised and effective care which supports health & wellbeing and promotes self- care where appropriate and possible.
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert
Details
Date posted
08 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata, subject to job matching
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
209-A-26-8224685
Job locations
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education or ability to demonstrate equivalent.
- Good literacy skills
- Care Certificate (or commitment to undertake on commencement of the post)
- NVQ level 3/ City and Guilds Health/social care related subject (level 3) or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- GCSE (Grade C pass or Level 2 skills Math/English)
- ECDL
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Knowledge, skills or experience in health/social care
- Shows insight into the needs and circumstances of patient group/vulnerable adults.
- Ability to recognise limitations of the role.
- Understand the concept of self-care and self-management principles
Desirable
- Knowledge of Microsoft office systems.
- Knowledge of clinical procedures, observations and care.
- Awareness of effects of ill health and the ageing process
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people and dealing with members of the public
- Self- motivated and enthusiasm for the role with the ability to work on own initiative whilst recognising own limitations.
- Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Team player
Desirable
- Experience within a caring environment.
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
- Previous experience delivering care in a community setting.
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Must be able to undertake all aspects of the role whilst working a lone worker
- Flexible approach to meet service need including ability to work flexibly across a variety of shift patterns.
Further Information
Essential
- Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education or ability to demonstrate equivalent.
- Good literacy skills
- Care Certificate (or commitment to undertake on commencement of the post)
- NVQ level 3/ City and Guilds Health/social care related subject (level 3) or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- GCSE (Grade C pass or Level 2 skills Math/English)
- ECDL
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Knowledge, skills or experience in health/social care
- Shows insight into the needs and circumstances of patient group/vulnerable adults.
- Ability to recognise limitations of the role.
- Understand the concept of self-care and self-management principles
Desirable
- Knowledge of Microsoft office systems.
- Knowledge of clinical procedures, observations and care.
- Awareness of effects of ill health and the ageing process
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people and dealing with members of the public
- Self- motivated and enthusiasm for the role with the ability to work on own initiative whilst recognising own limitations.
- Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Team player
Desirable
- Experience within a caring environment.
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
- Previous experience delivering care in a community setting.
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Must be able to undertake all aspects of the role whilst working a lone worker
- Flexible approach to meet service need including ability to work flexibly across a variety of shift patterns.
Further Information
Essential
- Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)