Anopportunity has arisen for motivated and enthusiastic individuals, who wish towork within a multi-professional team, committed to delivering a high standardof care to both patients and their families. Previous experience in a health& social care or palliative care setting is desirable though not essential,as full training and support will be available for all suitable candidates whowish to progress within the hospice care setting.
Main duties of the job
Whilst ensuring the highestclinical standards and quality of care are maintained, you will have theability to contribute to and sustain a caring and friendly environment withinthe Hospice, working as part of a multi-professional team.
Flexibility is essential as all posts within Childrens Servicesare based upon an internal rota which includes days, nights and weekendsto meet the needs of a 24/7 clinical provision.
About us
As one of the local leadingproviders of palliative and end of life care, St Andrews Hospice is a highlysuccessful and forward-thinking charity, offering both adult and childrensservices. With an excellent reputation both in the local community and beyond,we reach over 800 patients and their families in North East Lincolnshire andour wider catchment area of Lincolnshire, Hull and East Yorkshire for ourchildrens services.
Working for St Andrews Hospice offersa rewarding career within a fantastic team, with 184 Hospice staff, a well-equippedHospice site and 21 charity shops working together to ensure that patients andfamilies have the best possible experience and receive the highest quality ofcare.
Job responsibilities
To read the full job description please read the attached or visit our website athttps://www.standrewshospice.com/how_you_can_help/vacancies/
Person Specification
Experience
* Previous experience within a healthcare/childcare setting.
* Previous experience within a palliative care or community setting.
* Previous experience with complex needs and / or disabilities.
Knowledge
* Good understanding of regulatory safeguarding issues with children.
* Good interpersonal skills and team working skills
* Confident in using information technology
* Good interpersonal and communication skills.
* Good awareness of caring for those patients whom may have communication challenges.
* Awareness of the importance of play and its value when working with patients with life-limiting illness.
Qualifications
* Good standard of general education GCSEs
* NVQ level 2 in Child Care, Health and Social Care, NNEB or similar clinical qualification.
* Bereavement training.
* Full driving license (required for community working).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
£24,254 to £24,524 a yearPay will increase with annual pay rise 01/04/2026
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