Band 3 Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

Company: South Cumbria Nhs Foundation Trust
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Location: Calderstones
Job Description:

Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support. Assist with daily living activities, personal care, and promoting independence. Support engagement in meaningful activities and community access. Work alongside nursing staff and the multidisciplinary team to implement care plans. Observe and report changes in physical health, mental wellbeing, or behaviour. Maintain accurate documentation and records. Promote dignity, respect, safeguarding, and inclusion at all times. Support positive behaviour approaches and therapeutic interventions where appropriate.

  • Experience working in a health, care, or support setting.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
  • Compassionate, patient, and professional approach to care.
  • Flexible approach to shift patterns, including weekends and nights if required.

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience supporting people with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs.
  • NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification.
  • Understanding of person-centred care and safeguarding principles. LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work. Explore our full wellbeing offer here:Keeping our workforce well

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Posted: August 21st, 2026