Health Care Support Worker Apprentice

Salary£15,642\.90 (\+antisocial pay)LocationDougie Mac, Adult Hospice \- ST3 3NZ *This is a* *temporary,* *full time* *vacancy* *that will close* *in 7 days* *at 23:59 BST.*The Vacancy
A new and exciting opportunity has become available for a Healthcare Support Worker Apprentice to join our Inpatient Services team.

Our people make the difference to all we achieve, and you could be part of this terrific organisation. At Dougie Mac, we provide compassionate, specialist palliative and end of life care to patients and their families, supporting our local community when it matters most.

Working as part of our friendly multidisciplinary team, you’ll be responsible for supporting patients nearing the end of their lives, ensuring their care is compassionate, respectful and dignified. This role requires kindness, resilience and a genuine passion for helping others in a sensitive and rewarding environment.

You will benefit from a 12\-month apprenticeship with 20% protected learning time, studying towards a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care with Newcastle\-under\-Lyme College. There may also be the opportunity to secure a permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Key Responsibilities

• Support patients with personal care needs such as washing, dressing, feeding and toileting


• Monitor patient comfort and report any changes to the clinical team


• Provide emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times


• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records


• Work collaboratively with nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team


• Ensure dignity, respect and compassion are at the heart of all care provided


• Participate in training and development as part of the apprenticeship programme

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, motivated and eager to develop a career in healthcare.

• GCSE grades A\*–D (9–3\) in Maths and English (or equivalent Functional Skills Level 1–2\)


• A passion for developing new skills and knowledge


• Good written and verbal communication skills


• A caring and compassionate nature


• A desire to support people who are living with a life\-limiting illness


• Ability to work as part of a team


• Willingness to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends and bank holidays

At Dougie Mac, we care deeply about the people who make our work possible. Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a supportive, values\-led organisation where everyone is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a real difference.

As a Dougie Mac employee, you’ll benefit from:

35 days of annual leave, rising with length of service

• Options to buy and sell annual leave


• Hospice\-paid Healthcare Cash Plan


• Competitive Pension Scheme


• ✅ DBS paid for by the hospice


• Learning \& Development opportunities


• Free on\-site parking

Salary: £15,642\.90 (\+antisocial pay)

Hours: 37\.5 hr per week working Mon to Sun \- 7\.5 hour shifts on days.

(Nights may be required at 9hrs per shift)

Applications close: Sunday 31st May 2026

Interviews: 9/6/26

How to Apply

Please complete the application form in full, paying particular attention to your personal statement. This should clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the job description and person specification. See the Recruitment Process Document for more information.

For more information, please contact:

Kath Marks – Ward Manager

kathmarks@dmhospice.org.uk ¦ 01782 344300

*Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not provided.*

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy and interview early, in the event of a large number of applications.*

*Job Description \& Person Specification below \- Please note, our shortlisting process is based on these documents. In accordance with our safer recruitment policy CV’s alone will not be accepted. We are strongly committed to the Safeguarding of our adults and children.*

About Us
At Dougie Mac we are recruiting employees to join our rapidly growing team. We currently have over 400 employees who work together to provide exceptional care and support to patients and their families in North Staffordshire and Stoke\-on\-Trent.

Our Values
Compassion

Accountability

Respect

Excellence

Our Benefits
Pension Scheme

Health Cash Plan \& EAP

Company Sick Pay

Life Assurance

Generous Holidays and opportunity to buy and sell

Free Hospice Parking

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