Healthcare Assistant Waking Nights – Dorchester AreaHourly Pay: £17.00Location: DorchesterShift Pattern: Monday – Friday, 10.00PM – 8.00 AM

About the Role:Enviva, part of the Sonderwell Group, is looking for a compassionate Healthcare Assistant to provide exceptional care to a child in the Dorchester area who is in need of palliative care. This is a unique and deeply rewarding role, where you will not only provide physical care but also offer emotional comfort, interaction, and support during this challenging time. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will engage in activities like playtime and reading, and offer comfort and cuddles when needed, ensuring the child feels secure, loved, and cared for.

In this palliative care role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, providing the highest quality of care and emotional support to the child and their family in a home setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Interactive Care: As a Healthcare Assistant, you will engage the child through play, storytime, and activities that help foster emotional and cognitive development, while respecting their comfort and needs during palliative care.Emotional Comfort: Provide reassurance, cuddles, and comfort when the child is distressed or in need of support, ensuring they feel loved and secure.Palliative Care: Offer compassionate care in the child’s final stages of life, providing comfort and support to both the child and family.Family Communication: Build a trusting, positive relationship with both the child and their family, ensuring their needs are met with kindness, respect, and compassion throughout this emotional time.What We Offer:

Hourly Pay: £17.00Free Training: Access to professional development and palliative care-specific training to support your role as a Healthcare Assistant.Employee Benefits:Paid induction and trainingFree Blue Light CardEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)Paid referral bonus for referring a friendOngoing Support: Continuous guidance from Care Coordinators and Nurse ManagersCareer Development: Opportunities for further training and growth within Sonderwell GroupAbout Sonderwell Group:Sonderwell is a leading provider of complex, home-based care, specializing in palliative and end-of-life care. We are committed to supporting people to live independently and with dignity, delivering exceptional and compassionate care. As part of the Sonderwell Group, Enviva provides a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where we invest in our team to ensure they can provide the best care possible.

What We’re Looking For:

Experience in healthcare, early years care, or palliative care is highly valued.A caring, empathetic nature with a passion for supporting others, particularly children in need of comfort during palliative care.Ability to engage, listen, and build trust with the child and their family, offering reassurance and emotional support.Experience with complex care, such as Epilepsy, NG Tube, Oxygen, and Basic Life Support, is advantageous but not required.Why Join Us?At Sonderwell, we are more than just a healthcare provider – we are a community. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others, particularly in palliative care. If you are committed to providing exceptional care and enjoy offering comfort and support during sensitive times, we want to hear from you.

Ready to Apply?Click "Apply Now" to submit your application. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will be happy to provide the necessary support to ensure a fair and inclusive experience for all applicants.

Sonderwell is an equal opportunities employer, proud to welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

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