Job Summary
Full and Part time hours available (11.5 hour shifts)
Please note – we were unable to offer sponsorship for this role as the salary does not meet the minimum threshold required by UK immigration rules. Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one‑size‑fits‑all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Health Care Assistant who wants to work in a supportive environment where care of the patients comes first. This role is based within our friendly and supportive community team and involves visiting people in their own homes to provide support when they need it most.
The successful applicants will play an active role within our multidisciplinary team including specialty doctors, therapy staff, volunteers, nurses and other vital members of the MDT. Working with our patients and their families in the community requires a holistic approach to ensure the best possible outcomes. Whether in the last months, weeks, or days of life, or living with grief, we help people live the best life they possibly can. Promote choice in the delivery of care and support; review and make suggestions to enhance the service users’ experience; participate in care planning; observe service users’ conditions and report changes.
Main Duties of the Job
About you: In palliative care no day is the same. Working on our inpatient unit provides a unique opportunity because we care for patients with such a variety of conditions and symptoms. If you’d like to develop your knowledge of many different conditions and the impact this has on patients and their families, a role in palliative care with Sue Ryder is for you. We want to hear from dedicated Senior Health Care Assistants with sound clinical skills who are keen to make a real difference by providing high quality care and support to our service users at a time when they need it most. We pride ourselves on a team that has been chosen because they are highly professional, passionate and dedicated to providing incredible end‑of‑life care.
The ideal candidate will be empathetic and have a real drive to improve the lives of those living with life‑limiting conditions. They will have a minimum of 1 year’s experience of working in a UK‑based health or social care role and a clear understanding of palliative, end‑of‑life and community care.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
* UK driving licence (international does not meet the requirements)
* Ability to travel independently
* Ability to assess and adapt care to meet individual needs
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* NVQ level 3 in health and social care (or equivalent)
* Awareness of person‑centred and inclusive care principles
Desirable
* Experience delivering lone working care
* Confidence in using digital care documentation tools
* Sue Ryder provides a thorough induction with supernumerary time to settle into the role and full training/competency assessment will be provided.
* There is plenty of scope to further develop your own skills in specialist palliative care.
* If you would like to arrange an informal visit to our hospice, please let us know.
Benefits
* Enhanced pay for unsociable hours
* Company pension scheme
* Continuation of NHS pension (terms and conditions apply)
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays; NHS annual leave honoured (terms and conditions apply)
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Enhanced sick pay
* Electric Vehicle Scheme
* Healthcare Cash plan – claim back costs of routine healthcare
* Death in Service benefit
* Staff discount of 10% on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org
For more of our employee benefits please visit our website: https://www.sueryder.org/jobs/careers-in-palliative-care/benefits-of-working-for-sue-ryder/
Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Sue Ryder, we recognise that a diverse workforce allows us to provide the best care and support. We are committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, those from lower socio‑economic backgrounds, and those living with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we’re proud to support the Offer an Interview scheme. This means we will offer an interview to all disabled applicants who best meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. For more information on our equity, diversity and inclusion work, please visit: https://www.sueryder.org/jobs/equity-diversity-inclusion
Job Details
Reference number: B0475-25-0086
Date posted: 14 November 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £12.37 to £12.62 an hour (excluding enhancements and competitive benefits)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time
Job location: Sue Ryder Care, St. Johns Road, Moggerhanger, Bedford, MK44 3RJ
Reference
Employer name: Sue Ryder
Address: Sue Ryder Care, St. Johns Road, Moggerhanger, Bedford, MK44 3RJ
Employer's website: https://www.sueryder.org
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.
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