Company Description
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity and the largest non‑NHS provider of end‑of‑life care across all four nations. We deliver community nursing and hospice care and provide information and support on all aspects of dying, death and bereavement. Our research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end‑of‑life care and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone can enjoy the best possible quality of life when living with a serious illness.
Job Description
We’re looking for a dedicated Ward Sister to manage a team of Registered Nurses and Healthcare Assistants within our In‑Patient Unit at the Glasgow Hospice. In partnership with our Band 6 charge nurses and the Nurse Manager, you will deliver and coordinate high‑quality, person‑centred palliative care while fostering a positive and professional working environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide clinical leadership and supervision over the ward team.
* Support the development of junior staff and contribute to local and national quality improvement initiatives.
* Maintain a significant clinical caseload while ensuring person‑centred care.
What We’re Looking For
* Registered Nurse with active NMC registration.
* Proven experience at Band 5 level caring for patients with specialist palliative care needs in hospice, hospital or community settings.
* Up‑to‑date knowledge of current palliative care practices.
* A compassionate, person‑centred approach to care.
Qualifications
* Relevant Nursing Degree.
* Post‑registration training in palliative or end‑of‑life care.
Salary & Contract
* Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 6 (aligned with AFC) £41,608 – £50,702.
* Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week.
* Location: Marie Curie Glasgow Hospice, 133 Balornock Road, Glasgow, G21 3US.
Benefits
* Annual leave allowance of 27 days plus 10 public holidays (prorated).
* Competitive parental/sick leave policy.
* Continuous professional development and industry‑leading training programmes.
* Season ticket loan for travel to and from work.
* Defined contribution pension scheme and Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme.
* Loan schemes for bikes, computers and satellite navigation systems.
* Invite‑a‑friend scheme and assistance with eyecare costs.
* Entitlement to Marie Curie Blue Light Card and Benefit‑Hub discount scheme.
* Life assurance for all employees.
Application Process
* Close date for applications: 4th January 2026.
* Interview dates: W/C 12th January 2026.
* As part of your online application, please submit a CV and provide an overview of your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
For further information or to arrange an informal chat, please contact our Hiring Manager, Lindsay Wilkins, Ward Manager, at lindsay.wilkins@mariecurie.org.
Marie Curie is committed to its values, safeguards all staff, volunteers and service users, and encourages applications from people of diverse cultures and backgrounds. We are a Stonewall champion and welcome reasonable adjustments. Requests can be made by emailing careers@mariecurie.org.
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