Job summaryAre you looking for a career where you can make a difference? Why not join the Marie Curie Team at Liverpool Hospice In-Patients unit where you'll be supporting patients and families in their time of greatest need.Main duties of the jobBeing a Marie Curie Healthcare Assistant is extremely rewarding. Marie Curie provides free specialist support and care for patients with cancer and other life limiting conditions, and their families. We aim to give patients the best possible quality of life, meeting their medical, spiritual and social needs, while also providing their families with the emotional support they need.About usEvery day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesSalary:Marie Curie Pay Scale, aligned withAFC BAND 2 £22,383 pro rata, per annum, plus enhancementHours/Contract:37.5 hours per week Permanent,Full time and As and WhenBased:Liverpool HospiceClosing date: 7th May 2024Interview date: TBCBeing a Marie Curie Healthcare Assistant is extremely rewarding. Marie Curie provides free specialist support and care for patients with cancer and other life limiting conditions, and their families. We aim to give patients the best possible quality of life, meeting their medical, spiritual and social needs, while also providing their families with the emotional support they need.Marie Curie Benefits PackageSeason ticket loan for travelling to and from workDefined contribution schemes for Pension(the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%)Marie Curie Group Personal Pension SchemeLoan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systemsIntroduce a friend schemeHelp with childcare cost (T & Cs apply)Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light CardEntitled to Benefit-Hub Discount SchemeLife assurance for all employeesWhat's in it for youAnnual leave allowance - 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be most recent continuous service immediately prior to joining MC with no breaks of service)Competitive Policy for parental/sick LeaveContinuous Professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)Industry leading training programmesFlexible WorkingFree DBSFree UniformGenerous enhancements:41% x your basic salary per hour paid for Saturdays & weekday night duty (8pm to 6am)83% x your basic salary per hour paid for Sundays and Public Bank HolidaysWhat we are looking for:Relevant community experienceS/NVQ Level 2/3 qualification or an equivalent certificate/diploma is requiredEmotional strength and the ability to work on your own are crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and supportRecent experience of providing care and caring for people with life limiting illness or palliative care needsDue to the nature of the role a flexible approach including the ability to work nights and weekendsClick supporting link to view full job descriptionTake a look at Liverpool Hospice -Marie Curie Hospice in LiverpoolFor more information or an informal chat please contact our Nurse Manager, Sarah Burns onsarah.burns1@mariecurie.org.ukTo apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie CurieMarie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyones unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.Were committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support viarecruitment@mariecurie.org.ukThis role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory, enhanced criminal record checkWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.Same Posting Description for Internal and External CandidatesPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialNational Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an equivalent alternative Level 2 Qualification i.e. NCFE level 2 Certificate in Healthcare Support Services, BTEC level 2 Health andSocial Care.Functional skills at level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalentDesirableNational Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative Level 3 QualificationBasic Food Hygiene CertificateExperienceEssential6 Months care delivery experience (current) in a Health or Social Care Environment.DesirableRecent professional experience of providing care and caring for dying patientsDisclosure 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 nameMarie CurieAddressSpeke RoadLiverpoolL25 8QAEmployer's websitehttps://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)