Healthcare Assistant - Oxford


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	from £18.22 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	26 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

Contract: Permanent | 24.5 hours per week | Three shifts per week Shifts: Night shifts from 10:00 PM to 06.30 AM, Monday to Sunday including Bank Holidays Salary: Marie Curie Pay Scale Band 2 (aligned with AFC), £12.92 per hour, with enhanced rates for eligible unsocial hours: £18.22 per hour for weekday and Saturday night shifts and £23.64 per hour for Sunday and Bank Holiday shifts Location: Community-based, primarily covering south Oxfordshire. Applicants must live within a 25-mile radius of central Oxfordshire and be able to travel across the south of the county What we are looking for: Recent experience of providing care in a health or social care setting, with the confidence to support people with dignity, compassion and respect. An understanding of person-centred care, ideally including palliative or end-of-life care, and a genuine commitment to making a difference to patients and those important to them. The ability to communicate sensitively and professionally, recognising when to escalate concerns or changes in a persons condition to the wider clinical team. A caring, flexible and resilient approach, with the ability to work independently while remaining part of a supportive multidisciplinary team. Good basic IT skills, including the ability to use email, online training, mobile technology and care recording systems. An NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or an equivalent qualification, is desirable. A valid driving licence, access to a vehicle with business insurance, and flexibility to travel up to 25 miles from your home address across central Oxfordshire. Benefits of joining Marie Curie as a Healthcare Assistant: Mileage allowance of 55p per mile to support travel between community visits. Access to industry-leading training and ongoing learning to help you feel confident and supported in delivering high-quality end-of-life care. The opportunity to develop your skills as part of a compassionate, values-led team making a real difference to patients and families. Whats in for you: Annual leave: 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata) NHS-aligned annual leave (subject to eligibility) Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employer match Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Loan schemes for bikes, computers, and satellite navigation Support with eye care costs (terms apply) Access to Blue Light Card Discounts via the Benefit Hub Scheme Life assurance Application Process: Closing date for applications: 8 November 2026 As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please the advert and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role. For further information or to arrange an informal chat please contact recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk Additional Information This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone staff and volunteers alike supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk. Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you your experience, perspective and voice.

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