Position
Home Care Practitioner (Carlisle ICC) – Band 3, full time, 35 hours per week.
The closing date is 27 April 2026. The role requires working over 7 days on a rota covering shifts between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. The ability to travel independently across a wide rural area is essential.
We are seeking motivated, caring individuals with an enthusiasm for rehabilitation and providing person‑centred care, ideally with some community experience but above all a passion for supporting patients in their own homes.
Main Duties
* Working with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to facilitate early discharge from hospital and prevent unnecessary admission.
* Providing personal care activities and delegated clinical care duties including clinical observations and specified clinical skills as directed by registered professionals.
* Delivering short‑term support to patients in their own homes, aiming to maximise independence, confidence and quality of life.
* Providing high‑quality, dignified palliative care to end‑of‑life patients.
* Traveling across the rural catchment area to visit patients and collaborate with local health and social care teams.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Numeracy and Literacy Level 2.
* National Care Certificate or commitment to complete within 12 weeks of commencing employment.
* Knowledge of data protection legislation and health & safety at work legislation.
* Level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent knowledge and experience in a range of clinical care duties.
* Relevant additional training for Clinical Support Workers.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and active listening skills.
* Time‑keeping, planning and prioritisation skills.
* Basic IT skills to use electronic patient records and Trust systems.
* Analytical and judgement skills for decisions based on patient interactions and observations.
* Demonstrated holistic, person‑centred care and compassionate values.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Willingness to undertake job‑related training and multidisciplinary competencies.
* Personal resilience and ability to work calmly under pressure.
* Reliability, adaptability and dependability.
* Venepuncture competence.
Knowledge and Experience
* Experience of working in health or social care.
* Experience with clinical observations and escalation of changes or findings.
* Working knowledge of legislation underpinning care provision.
* Understanding of accurate, clear, timely documentation.
* Insight into carers' behaviours and the need for effective teamwork.
* Knowledge of safeguarding and safeguarding procedures.
* Awareness of GDPR and confidentiality.
* Familiarity with current NHS and social care policies and Nursing procedures.
* Evidence of understanding of Trust Business.
* Previous experience within the Trust.
Other Requirements
* Promote equality and value diversity.
* Adhere to Trust Values and professional behaviours.
* Ability to travel between Trust sites or attend meetings/training off‑site.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. The DBS cost will be deducted from the salary as follows:
* Standard Check: £28.00 (£21.50 + £6.50 administration cost) — deducted over 4 months or as a one‑off payment.
* Enhanced Check: £56.00 (£49.50 + £6.50 administration cost) — deducted over 4 months or as a one‑off payment.
Benefits
* 27‑day holiday scheme rising to 33 days after 10 years.
* NHS Discounts*.
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*.
* Vivup – free, confidential counselling and information service.
* Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region.
* *Subject to eligibility.
EEO Statement
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year (per annum, pro rata).
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