Are you patient‑centred, committed to delivering high quality care, have excellent clinical and communication skills, a 'can do' attitude and a desire to be the best?
Radipole ward is a 33‑bedded ward seeking a Healthcare Assistant who is motivated to make a real difference with a caring and compassionate attitude, excellent team‑working skills, communication, and assessment skills.
Radipole ward provides rehabilitation and end‑of‑life care within our thriving community hospital. We are looking to recruit a Band 3 Healthcare Support Worker who has a keen interest in rehabilitation/frailty and end‑of‑life care. We are a forward‑thinking supportive multidisciplinary team. It is a very exciting time on Radipole ward with the development of many services, and at Dorset HealthCare we offer plenty of opportunities to develop your caring skills and provide development opportunities.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
* Provide a high‑quality person‑centred approach to care delivery within your sphere of practice, always considering patients' privacy, dignity and safety.
* Deliver planned care to a group of patients working alongside the multidisciplinary team and in accordance with Trust policies and protocols.
* Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide support or guidance to less experienced staff or learners within the clinical environment as needed.
* Manage a defined group of patients/service users under the indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, using evidence‑based client‑centred principles to undertake a range of delegated tasks independently.
* Contribute to the ongoing assessment, planning, implementation, and monitoring of patient/service user care, and escalating to senior registered practitioners as appropriate.
* Promote health and prevent ill health in service users, contributing to integrated care.
* Plan and undertake clinical tasks guided by standard operating procedures and protocols, within the limitations of the Healthcare Assistant role.
* Undertake delegated clinical skills within their scope of practice, having undertaken relevant training, been deemed competent, and adhere to local and national guidance.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined‑up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward‑looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities, and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for an almost 800,000‑person population.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘Outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in a bustling market town, a vibrant urban location, a thriving seaside spot, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are many ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000‑strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We’re an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we celebrate diversity and equal opportunity.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role, please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application, ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over‑reliance on AI tools which is negatively impacting applications by removing candidates’ individuality and making it much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net.
This advert closes on Wednesday 8 Apr 2026.
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