We are recruiting for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Early Identification Service in Bradford.
Overview
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, and providing information and support on dying, death and bereavement. This role works in Primary Care within partnered GP surgeries in Bradford, using the NHS early tool to identify patients who are likely in the last year of life and not yet identified as requiring palliative care.
Responsibilities
* Be the initial contact with patients, offering support and the opportunity to complete advance care planning.
* Signpost to hospice, voluntary or community services as appropriate.
* Visit patients in their own homes and refer them to relevant services.
* Work under the line management of senior nurses to provide direct support to patients and their families recently identified with a palliative diagnosis.
* Arrange follow-up, discuss advance care planning, and signpost to support services.
* Visit local community hubs to provide awareness, education and information on advance care planning.
Salary
Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC 2 £24,465 pro rata per annum
Contract/Hours
Contract/Hours: Full Time and Part Time hours available
Contract Type: Fixed Term – 2 years
Based: Bradford
Closing date: 3 September 2025
What we’re looking for
* S/NVQ Level 2/3 qualification or an equivalent certificate/diploma
* Relevant community experience, providing care and support for people with life-limiting illness or palliative care needs
* Advanced communication skills with the ability to have difficult and sensitive conversations
* Emotional resilience and the ability to work independently, with ongoing training and support
* UK driver with access to a car and business insurance
What’s in it for you
* Annual leave: 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
* Parental/sick leave policy
* Continuous professional development
* Industry-leading training programmes
* Season ticket loan for travel
* Defined contribution pension schemes
* Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
* Loans for bikes, computers and navigation systems
* Marie Curie Blue Light Card and Benefit Hub discounts
* Life assurance for all employees
How to apply
To apply, upload your most recent CV demonstrating how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie. For more information or an informal chat please contact Lisa Gair, Talent Acquisition Advisor – [email protected]
This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.
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