Healthcare Assistant - North Kirklees

Marie Curie is recruiting a part-time Healthcare Assistant for its Hospice Care at Home overnight service in North Kirklees. The post is permanent and worked as and when, mainly on night shifts from 10pm to 7am with the occasional day shift. You are based from home and travel within about 25 miles across Kirklees, usually visiting one patient per evening.

What the job involves:

• Providing one-to-one personal care and hygiene support in patients' homes
• Monitoring symptoms and helping with medicines as set out in care plans
• Supporting patients and their families emotionally and practically
• Keeping accurate records

Experience of palliative or end-of-life care is welcome but not essential.

What they are looking for:

• At least 6 months of experience in health or social care
• A full UK driving licence and your own vehicle
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent, or willingness to work towards it
• A caring approach and good communication skills
• The confidence to work on your own while being part of a wider team

An enhanced DBS check is required.

Pay is up to £12.92 per hour (Band 2), with enhanced rates between 8pm and 6am: £18.22 per hour on weekday and Saturday nights, and £23.64 per hour on Sundays and bank holidays.

Benefits listed include 27 days' annual leave plus 8 public holidays (pro rata), pension schemes, life assurance, parental and sick leave policies, professional development, season ticket and bike loan schemes, help with eyecare costs, a Blue Light Card, a discount scheme and a refer-a-friend scheme.

The advert closes on 18 November 2026 and may close early.

Apply directly on Marie Curie's website using the button on this page.