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Are you compassionate, calm under pressure, and committed to providing dignified care at life’s most meaningful moments? If you have a caring nature and a passion for supporting individuals and their families during end-of-life care, we’d love to hear from you. Abbeycare is a trusted provider of supported living, domiciliary, palliative and end-of-life homecare services. This role is specifically for our domiciliary palliative care role, supporting individuals with life limiting conditions to remain safe, comfortable, and cared for in their own homes. We deliver holistic support, including personal care, pain management assistance, emotional support, and companionship always delivered with dignity, sensitivity, and respect.
Job Responsibility:
Personal and Intimate Care: Provide sensitive support with washing, dressing, continence care, repositioning, and comfort measures
Symptom & Medication Support: Follow palliative care plans, assist with safe medication prompts, and observe and report changes in symptoms to the relevant healthcare professionals
Comfort & Emotional Support: Offer reassurance, companionship, and a calming presence to individuals and their families
Dignity & Respect: Ensure every aspect of care is delivered with compassion, privacy, and respect for personal wishes, cultural beliefs, and family dynamics
End-of-Life Support: Assist in creating a peaceful, person-centred environment, supporting individuals in maintaining comfort and dignity in their final days
Nutrition & Hydration Support: Assist with safe food and drink preparation, or with comfort feeding as appropriate to the care plan
Home Environment: Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home setting, ensuring equipment is used safely
Family Liaison: Work alongside families, offering guidance, support, and reassurance while respecting boundaries
Communication & Reporting: Document changes, follow care plans carefully, and communicate concerns promptly to the Service Manager and clinical teams
Professional Collaboration: Work with district nurses, GPs, and hospice teams to support coordinated care
Requirements:
A kind, patient, and compassionate attitude
Experience in a care or support role
Strong communication and emotional resilience
Understanding of person-centred and dignity-focused care
Ability to work calmly and independently
Flexibility to support individuals whose needs may change quickly
Willingness to work with families and healthcare professionals
A full UK driving licence – Essential
Availability for weekend work
Nice to have:
Palliative care experience
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
What we offer:
Flexible Working: Full-time, permanent contracts with a supportive work life balance
Comprehensive Training: Full care training through the Optimo Learning Academy
Career Progression: Opportunities to specialise further in complex and palliative care
Supportive Team Environment: Work within a caring and collaborative team
Employee Assistance Programme: Access to Health Assured EAP for wellbeing support
Reward Gateway: Discounts, recognition awards, and savings on everyday purchases