Healthcare Assistant Cardiff IPU

The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.   

We are recruiting for a Healthcare Assistant to join our hospice at Cardiff and the Vale. 

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 2 (aligned with AFC) £23,970 per annum + Enhancement 

Hours: Part Time – 22.5 hours per week 

Contract Type: Permanent   

Location: Cardiff and the Vale 

Closing date: 29th October 2024 

Interview date: TBC

This is an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team and help deliver care and support to people with a life limiting illnesses whilst also offering vital emotional support for their families. 

What we are looking for:

• Relevant community or palliative care experience


• S/NVQ Level 2/3 qualification or an equivalent certificate/diploma or willing to work towards this


• Willing to register with Social Care Wales 


• Emotional strength and the ability to work on your own are crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and support

What's in it for you:   

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata) 


• Hybrid working  


• Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave   


• Continuous Professional development   


• Industry leading training programmes   


• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work   


• Defined contribution schemes for Pension    


• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme   


• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems     


• Introduce a friend scheme   


• Help with childcare cost (T & C’s apply)    


• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card    


• Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme    


• Life assurance – for all employees    

With experience of End of Life care, you're ready and able to make a real difference. Working without close supervision, you'll have the opportunity to use your own initiative in line with the patient's established care plan. You'll be required to carry out a range of care duties including helping patients meet their hygiene needs, monitoring symptoms, assisting with medications and keeping detailed records and emotional support to the patient and their families.

Please see the full job description here: https://mariecurie.pagetiger.com/ddmteay/1

Marie 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 everyone’s 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.

For more information about the role please contact Becky Thomas on becky.thomas@mariecurie.org.uk 

We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Enhanced criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.  Agencies need not apply.