Job summary
HEALTH CARE ASSISTANTS (HCAs) – FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME HOURS – 7 DAY ROTA
Closing date: 29 January 2026
Location: Erdington Hospice with occasional multi-site working
Hours: 37.5 full-time; Part-time hours available – minimum 22.5 hours per week; working flexibly over a 7-day rota
Salary: Clinical Band 2 £23,875 per year full-time (pro rata for part-time)
DBS Requirement: Enhanced check with Adult Barring List
At Birmingham Hospice, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life for people living with life-limiting conditions and supporting their families during one of the most challenging times they will face.
We are seeking caring, compassionate, and committed Health Care Assistants (HCAs) to join our In-Patient Unit team at Erdington Hospice.
As an HCA, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering hands-on, high-quality palliative and end-of-life care. You’ll ensure a safe environment for patients and families while being sensitive to their spiritual, psychological, and social needs.
Main duties of the job
* Deliver hands-on personal care to patients including care of the deceased patient
* Report verbally (patient information) to appropriate team members
* Document care given on system one
* Contribute to multidisciplinary discussions and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Attend statutory training sessions
* Work flexibly across all areas in the Hospice if required
* Escort patients to appointments
* Be sensitive to the spiritual, psychological and social needs of patients and their families
* Convey messages and information to team members, patients and their families as appropriate
* Initiate and participate in social activities for patients with colleagues
* Undertake clinical skills as competent while adhering to hospice policies and procedures
* Be aware of and undertake infection control measures to ensure a safe working environment
* Undertake mandatory training and yearly appraisals in line with Hospice policy
* To ensure resources are used efficiently and cost-effectively for the good of patients
* Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives and the wider multidisciplinary team
* Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and high standards of written and verbal communication
* Participate in creating and maintaining a safe working environment in accordance with health and safety legislation
* Uphold confidentiality and patient information governance in line with General Data Protection Regulations
What you’ll need
* Level 2 NVQ in Health or Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
* Previous experience in a care role within healthcare, care or similar setting
* Competent in English and Maths (GCSE level or equivalent)
* The ability to work flexibly across a 7-day rota, minimum 22.5 hours per week and occasional multi-site locations
* Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
* Basic IT skills (databases, email, Word)
What we offer
* Competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement
* Wellbeing programmes and comprehensive training
* Opportunities for career development and ongoing professional support
* The chance to make a real difference as part of an amazing charity
Interested?
For an informal discussion, contact Katie Roberts, Ward Manager at [contact email or number not provided]. Informal conversations are strongly encouraged.
Please Note
* We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. All applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, including a minimum of 22.5 hours per week.
* We monitor the use of AI in application forms. Any application with more than 30% AI-generated content will not be considered for shortlisting.
* This vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.
About Us
Birmingham Hospice provides expert palliative and end-of-life care for people and their families living with life-limiting illnesses. Our vision is a future where everyone with a life-limiting illness will live and die with dignity and in comfort. Our mission is to enable more people from all communities to access the care of their choice at the end of life. Our sites have been rated outstanding by independent regulators, and we strive to be caring, responsive and well-led. We value kindness, respect, innovation, togetherness, positivity and openness and are committed to investing in our people through employee benefits and ongoing professional development.
Details
Date posted: 15 January 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £23,875 a year pro rata for part-time hours
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: B0060-26-0000
Job locations: John Taylor Hospice, 76 Grange Road, Erdington, Birmingham, B24 0DF
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