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Job summary
We are looking for a Hospice at Home Healthcare Assistant as we are expanding our Hospice at Home service into Hammersmith Fulham.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be working alone in patients home and will be responsible for the provision of their individual care needs may include; assisting with clients personal hygiene, toileting need, monitoring skin integrity, supporting with nutrition and hydration and prompting re medication. You will also be providing emotional support to the patient and those important to the them.
About us
St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is a leading private hospital in London, offering a comprehensive range of specialist medical treatments, clinics and diagnostic services from a team of world-class consultants, supported by a dedicated team of clinical and non-clinical staff.
We are known for our exceptional standards of care, excellent nursing standards, and cutting-edge medical treatments.
We have 170 years of history and are looking for people to join us for the next chapter. We are very unique as the only truly charitable private hospital in London and as a charity, every private patient treated helps support our on-site community hospice.
Details
- Date posted: 11 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: B0263-26-0363
- Job locations: 60 Grove End Road, St John’s Wood, London, NW8 9NH, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
The service is designed to deliver end of life and respite care for patients with specialist palliative care needs that wish to remain in their own home. The Health Care assistant will work autonomously and be responsible for giving a quality of care. You will be supported in your role by the Hospice @Home Clinical Support Nurses and the Hospice@Home Nurse Manager.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- NVQ level 2 or 3
- Experience of caring for patients at end of life or those with life limiting illness
- At least 12 months experience as a Health Care Assistant in a hospital or other caring environment
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This advert is for Healthcare Assistant with The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth in 60 Grove End Road, St John’s Wood, London, NW8 9NH, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is Negotiable. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 24 Aug 2026.
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