Health Care Assistant – Oldham Community(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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Uk
January 16, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Health Care Assistant to join our Adult Community Nursing Service in Oldham. This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference by supporting registered nurses in delivering high-quality care to patients in their own homes and community settings.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will help ensure that patients receive safe, consistent, and personalised care while promoting physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

 Key Responsibilities

As a Health Care Assistant, your main duties will include:

  • Delivering delegated clinical and therapeutic care to patients, families, and carers
  • Supporting registered nurses with daily clinical tasks in patients’ homes or designated treatment rooms
  • Observing, recording, and reporting changes in patients’ condition
  • Working effectively as a member of the Adult Community Nursing Team
  • Encouraging patient independence and wellbeing while promoting a safe environment

 Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship, or equivalent experience
  • Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English & Maths D–G)
  • Care Certificate (or willingness to complete)
  • Previous experience in a health or social care setting, preferably as a care support worker
  • Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable:

  • Interest or experience in mentoring and supporting learners
  • Commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

 Skills & Personal Attributes

Essential:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Basic IT skills for patient record management
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to travel across the Oldham community footprint to meet service needs

Desirable:

Full UK driving license with willingness to use own vehicle for work purposes

 About Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

The NCA serves over one million people across Greater Manchester, providing hospital and community-based health and social care services. With 20,000 colleagues, we are committed to improving health outcomes and delivering consistent, high-quality care across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford.

We uphold our three core values – Care, Appreciate, Inspire – and encourage applications from all sectors of the community, including under-represented groups

 Benefits

  • Competitive salary in line with Agenda for Change Band 3: starting £24,937 (subject to eligibility)
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Annual leave and protected hours for health & wellbeing
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression
  • Access to NHS Pension Scheme and salary sacrifice schemes
  • Discounts on travel, leisure, shopping, and more

Safeguarding & Checks

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

 Visa & Sponsorship Information

Applications from candidates who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK will be considered alongside all other applications.

Note: As of 9 April 2025, the minimum salary threshold for Health and Care Worker visa sponsorship is £25,000 per year. This role’s starting Band 3 salary falls below that threshold.

 Employer Details

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Oldham Community Services
Horton House
Oldham
OL4 1DE

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