Job summaryThe Crane Valley District Nursing team have a vacancy for a band 3 Community Healthcare Assistant.
We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual with good communication skills and a passion for caring for patients in their own homes. Experience of clinical work in the community is desirable but training will be offered to the successful applicant. There is an expectation that the successful candidate will undertake our in house development program for extended skills which will involve insulin administration, injections and catheterisation.
Under the supervision and support from the team you will be required to visit patients in their own homes providing clinical care. Working as a HCA within the District Nursing Team, the role involves visit patients in their own homes providing clinical care, under supervision.
Access to a car with a valid driving license is essential for this role.
Main duties of the jobTo undertake care, following the instructions of the team leader ornominated deputy according to the needs of the patients as identified onthe care plan, providing evidence based, high quality, holistic nursingcare for patients in their own homes
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.About usAt Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
DetailsDate posted: 23 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £13,051 to £13,921 a year
p.a.
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 152-C219.26
Job locations: Crane Valley DN team, Acorn Building
St. Leonards Hospital
St. Leonards
BH24 2RR
United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.
All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.
All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person SpecificationKnowledge, skills and trainingEssential- Willing and able to apply existing experience to community and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community setting
- Willing to professionally develop and undertake further development/training as identified to meet the needs of the service, including Trust Band 3 Extended Skills programme and Care Certificate
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Job Specific ExperienceEssential- Desire to work in the primary care setting.
- Ability to work alone.
- Good IT skills
Desirable- Community/Acute Hospital experience
Business TravelEssential- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business
Additional requirementsEssential- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively
Person SpecificationKnowledge, skills and trainingEssential- Willing and able to apply existing experience to community and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community setting
- Willing to professionally develop and undertake further development/training as identified to meet the needs of the service, including Trust Band 3 Extended Skills programme and Care Certificate
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Job Specific ExperienceEssential- Desire to work in the primary care setting.
- Ability to work alone.
- Good IT skills
Desirable- Community/Acute Hospital experience
Business TravelEssential- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business
Additional requirementsEssential- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer detailsEmployer name: Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Crane Valley DN team, Acorn Building
St. Leonards Hospital
St. Leonards
BH24 2RR
United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website
Employer detailsEmployer name: Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Crane Valley DN team, Acorn Building
St. Leonards Hospital
St. Leonards
BH24 2RR
United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: DN Lead, East Dorset
Anna Menon
anna.menon@nhs.net
07880703916
DetailsDate posted: 23 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £13,051 to £13,921 a year
p.a.
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 152-C219.26
Job locations: Crane Valley DN team, Acorn Building
St. Leonards Hospital
St. Leonards
BH24 2RR
United Kingdom
Supporting documentsPrivacy noticeDorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. 
