Complementary Therapist
The closing date is 24 May 2026.
We are looking for a passionate Complementary Therapist with significant experience delivering complementary therapies to babies, children, and young people with complex needs. The role is part‑time (15 hours per week, Monday and Friday, with one weekend shift per month) and requires travel across the East Midlands to the hospice, hospitals, and community settings.
Location: Rainbows Hospice with travel within the community and to hospitals across Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire. A driving licence is required.
Hours of work: Part‑time, 15 hours per week, Monday and Friday, plus one weekend shift per month as part of a rota.
Main duties of the job
Provide complementary therapy treatments such as aromatherapy, reflexology, baby massage, Indian head massage, and positive touch to babies, children and young people receiving palliative and end‑of‑life care.
Job responsibilities
* Provide complementary therapy treatments to patients at the hospice, in their homes or in hospitals.
* Provide complementary therapy treatments such as positive touch during end‑of‑life care.
* Use technology appropriately to record data and maintain accurate records on SystmOne.
* Assess clients’ complementary therapy needs as required.
* Be aware of contraindications or precautions for the therapies practiced and adapt treatments accordingly.
Benefits
* Free onsite parking at the hospice (Lark Rise, Loughborough).
* Eligibility to join the blue‑light card discount scheme and company shop.
* Life assurance and affordable meals at the hospice.
* Free tea, coffee and fruit while at the hospice.
* Access to an employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
For further information, contact Chloe Briddon, Lead for Physiotherapy and Therapies, at Chloebriddon@rainbows.co.uk.
To apply, click the link on the advert and complete the online application form. If you require an alternative method of applying or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, contact the recruitment team at recruitment@rainbows.co.uk.
Screening: This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and comprehensive pre‑employment screening, including employment referencing covering the past five years.
Please note: The advert may be closed early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
* Significant experience providing complementary therapies to babies, children and young people with complex needs, life‑limiting conditions, or terminal illnesses.
* Level 3 (or above) diploma in massage.
* Membership of the appropriate governing bodies for the therapies practised and commitment to CPD requirements.
* Hold your own insurance to practice complementary therapy.
* Able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Hold a UK driving licence.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer name
Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People
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