Service: Inpatient Unit

Job Title

Healthcare Assistant

Location

Little Hulton

Salary

Hospice Band 3, Competency Based Pay Framework (£24,937 – £26,598 pro rata).

Enhancements of between 30% and 60% for weekends, bank holidays, unsocial hours

Hours

• Permanent 23 hours per week
• Permanent 34.5 hours per week

Monday to Sunday, including nights

Day – 7:00am – 7:30pm

Night – 7:00pm – 7:30am

* 11.5 hours per shift and a 60-minute break.

Contract

Permanent

Introduction

At Moya Cole Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses.

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

 

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Please note: This advert may close before the stated deadline if a high number of suitable applications are received.

To help us shortlist fairly, please ensure that the examples in your supporting statement reflect genuine experience from roles listed in your employment history. Applications without cohesive or evidenced examples may not progress to the next stage.

We will be using the essential criteria set out in the advert to shortlist so please ensure you are evidencing each element with examples of how you have demonstrated this in a previous role.

 

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Healthcare Assistant to work within the inpatient unit at our Little Hulton site, supporting patients and those close to them with a life limiting illness.

The Role

You will work closely with registered nurses as part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team to support the delivery of high-quality specialist palliative care.

The Healthcare Assistant will:

• Support the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of person-centred palliative care.
• Provide care in a compassionate, sensitive and respectful manner.
• Work collaboratively with nurses and other professionals to ensure safe, timely and effective care.
• Build positive working relationships within the team to support patients and those close to them.

Requirements

You will be a compassionate and proactive Healthcare Assistant with a strong person-centred approach to palliative care.

The Healthcare Assistant will have:

• An interest in specialist palliative care and a commitment to compassionate practice.
• Experience working as a HCA in a hospital or similar care setting.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with an understanding of confidentiality.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and use initiative to prioritise work.
• A willingness to work towards the Care Certificate and develop IT skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding and clinical governance.
• Flexibility to work; days, nights and unsocial hours.

If that sounds like you – we’d love to hear from you.

 

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted meals on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click HERE to apply.

Please call Helen Newberry, Ward Manager, 0161 702 5418 for an informal chat.  helen.newberry@moyacole.org.uk.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice.

Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing date: 9th April 2026

Interview date: 23rd April 2026

Job Title

Staff Nurse

Location

Little Hulton

Salary

Hospice Band 5, Competency Based Pay Framework (£30,869 – £38,018 pro rata). Enhancements of between 30% and 60% for weekend, bank holidays and unsocial hours

Hours

37.5 hours per week (Monday to Sunday, including nights)

Contract

Permanent

Introduction

Making memories with friends, spending previous time with children or grandchildren, a last trip to the football – special moments for patients and their loved ones, and all part of a rewarding nursing career for you.

At St Ann’s Hospice you will care for each patient with their own personal goals at the heart of everything you do. Your career will focus on providing quality care and creating special moments for those impacted by life-limiting illnesses.

And it is all done with a supportive multidisciplinary team who work together to challenge, inspire and empower each other to provide the best possible care.

Job Summary

The Staff Nurse delivers compassionate specialist palliative care, working within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high standards on each shift. Responsibilities include planning, evaluating, and supervising patient care, supporting learners and unregistered staff, and contributing to service delivery across sites when needed. Career development is supported through a unique competency-based framework.

The Role

We are looking for passionate, team-focused nurses who can:

• Work collaboratively and problem solve
• Stay organised and delegate effectively
• Bet flexible and adaptable to the internal rotation
• Motivate personal and professional development
• Be compassionate, caring, and a role model to peers

If that sounds like you – we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

The Staff Nurse will have:

• Current 1^st level Registration.
• Current right to work in the UK- NO SPONSERSHIPS AVAILABLE
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant post registration palliative care experience
• A Teaching and Assessing Certificate is desirable

The Staff Nurse will be able to:

• Work as part of a team.
• Problem solve.
• Demonstrate awareness of own limitations.
• Organise workload and delegate tasks as appropriate.
• Effectively organise.
• Have a positive approach to work.
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable to the internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours.
• Motivate personal and professional development of self and other junior colleagues.
• Compassionate and caring.
• Inspire others and be a positive role model.

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted meals on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click HERE to apply. 

Please contact Helen Newberry, Ward Manager on 0161 702 5417 for more information.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard/Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing date: 24th August 2025

Interview date: W/C 1^st September 2025

Job Title

Healthcare Assistant

Location

Little Hulton

Salary

£24,793- £26,444 per annum (pro rata) Hospice Band 3, Competency Based Framework

Enhancements of between 30% and 60% for weekend, bank holidays, unsocial hours

Hours

34.5 hours per week, 11.5 hr shifts – including night shifts and weekend working on a rota basis.

Contract

Permanent

Introduction

At St Ann’s Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses.

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Job Summary

The Role

The Healthcare Assistant will:

• Provide holistic palliative care and support (appropriate to their role as a HCA) to patients and those closest to them
• Ensure accurate record keeping on EMIS in accordance with organisational requirements
• Effectively communicate with members of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the planning of care
• Work in accordance with hospice policies to ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• To assist in providing bereavement support to carers and relative, participating in relevant remembrance events.
• Actively participate in the hospice Performance Development review process to identify own learning needs and take necessary steps to reach objectives and develop own competence to practice.
• Use support systems appropriately to support wellbeing and personal development eg Schwartz rounds, reflection sessions.
• Act as an ambassador for St Ann’s hospice by maintaining a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Provide support to new members of the team, students and volunteers.
• Support the team in developing and implementing agreed team initiatives.
• Take an active part in ward meetings.
• Support with relevant link groups.

Requirements

The Healthcare Assistant will:

• Have or be willing to work towards a Care Certificate.
• Have undertaken training in, or demonstrate experience in communication skills.
• Demonstrate an interest in specialist palliative care.
• Current right to work in the UK- NO SPONSERSHIPS AVAILABLE

The Healthcare Assistant will be able to:

• Demonstrate previous experience of working as a HCA in hospital or other similar care setting.
• Be committed to developing your IT and digital skills
• Use their own initiative and help prioritise day-to-day work.
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Work as a team player
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Demonstrate an understanding of safeguarding and the importance of promoting the welfare of adults and children.
• Display a positive, kind, empathetic and person centered approach.
• Demonstrate knowledge of clinical governance and personal responsibilities.
• Be flexible and willing to work day and night shifts/unsocial hours.

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Health cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted lunches on site
• Flexibility to fit your work around your home life
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• IIP accredited employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click HERE to apply. 

Please contact Helen Newberry on 0161 702 5417 or email hnewberry@sah.org.uk. for more information.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard/Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing date: 22nd June 2025

Interview date: 27th June 2025

 

Job Title

Registered Nurse

Location

Little Hulton

Salary

£30,869 to 38,018 (pro rata) Hospice Band 5, Competency Based Framework

Enhancements of between 30% and 60% for weekend, bank holidays, unsocial hours

Hours

23-34.5 hours per week (Monday to Sunday, including nights)

Contract

Permanent

Introduction

At St Ann’s Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses.

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Job Summary

The Role

The Registered Nurse will:

• Take overall responsibility for the coordination and safe effective management of the Inpatient Unit (IPU) on a shift-by-shift basis as delegated by the IPU Manager / Sister / Charge Nurse.
• Undertake comprehensive health care needs assessment of patients, reassessing as appropriate.
• Collaborate with other health care professionals in the delivery of high standards of effective holistic care.
• Lead on the delivery of specialist palliative and supportive care, ensuring individual care needs are assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated.
• Use professional judgement when assessing patient needs / problems and investigations requiring analysis and intervention.
• Organise own time and that of junior learners.
• Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy.
• Ensure that patient information is communicated to the appropriate professional(s) of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct, the hospice values, policies and procedures and professional guidelines in order that a safe and quality service is provided.
• Communicate effectively with dignity and respect to all patients, relatives, staff and others giving consideration to potential barriers to understanding.
• Work towards the achievement of the shared goals of the patient and multidisciplinary team by collaboration to ensure that best practice is achieved utilising both clinical bench marking and Evidence Based Practice to achieve this.
• Undertake practice sensitive to the individualised needs of all patients.
• Administration of medicines and treatments in line with NMC and hospice policy.
• Be actively involved with all aspects of admission and discharge, engaging with other agencies and community teams to ensure a safe, individualised approach based on the assessment of needs.
• Undertake clinical skills with dexterity and accuracy to improve the patient experience and journey (e.g. venipuncture, cannulation, etc.)
• Be competent in the correct use of all equipment used in the clinical setting in accordance with instruction and departmental procedures, reporting any faults as necessary.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous electronic patient records in line with hospice policy and NMC Code of Conduct.
• Maintain own CPD in accordance with requirements and contribute to formulation of own objectives and personal development plan.
• In conjunction with the IPU Manager / Sister / Charge Nurse, contribute to the delivery of orientation programmes and induction for new starters and learners.
• Actively contribute and participate in the hospice clinical governance agenda.
• Act as a link nurse and resource for other nursing staff for a specific area of patient care.

Requirements

The Registered Nurse will have:

• Current 1^st level Registration.
• Current right to work in the UK- NO SPONSERSHIPS AVAILABLE
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant post registration palliative care experience.

Desirable:

• Teaching and Assessing Certificate

The Registered Nurse will be able to:

• Work as part of a team.
• Problem solve.
• Demonstrate awareness of own limitations.
• Organise workload and delegate tasks as appropriate.
• Effectively organise.
• Have a positive approach to work.
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable to the internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours.
• Motivate personal and professional development of self and other junior colleagues.
• Compassionate and caring.
• Inspire others and be a positive role model.

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Health cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted lunches on site
• Flexibility to fit your work around your home life
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• IIP accredited employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click HERE to apply. 

Please contact Helen Newberry on 0161 702 5417 or email Hnewberry@sah.org.uk for more information.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard/Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing date: 20th June 2025

Interview date: 25th June 2025