Healthcare Assistant - Northern Trust

Healthcare Assistant - Northern Trust Company Description

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, the only provider across all four nations. We deliver community nursing and hospice care nationwide, 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 aim for a world where everyone can enjoy the best possible quality of life while living with a terminal illness.

We’re looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team in the Northern Trust, providing compassionate, high‑quality end‑of‑life care. As part of a multidisciplinary team you will support patients and their loved ones with personal care, symptom management, and emotional support. You will help with care planning, daily living activities and maintain a safe, dignified environment. This hands‑on role offers meaningful impact during the final stages of life.

Salary
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Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 2 (aligned with AFC) £24,465 (pro‑rata) per annum + enhancements

Contract
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Permanent, Part‑time – 16 or 32 hours per week, Night shifts

Based
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Community Based – Northern Trust

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 11 public holidays (pro‑rata)
• Competitive parental and sick leave policy
• Continuous professional development
• Industry‑leading training programmes
• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Loan schemes for bikes, computers and satellite navigation systems
• Friend referral scheme
• Help with eye‑care costs
• Entitlement to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Entitlement to Benefit‑Hub discount scheme
• Life assurance for all employees

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent (e.g., NCFE, BTEC), plus functional skills in numeracy and literacy at Level 2
• At least 6 months of recent care delivery experience in a health or social care setting
• Strong communication skills and ability to hold person‑centred, empathetic conversations within a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of palliative and end‑of‑life care, including holistic care planning and symptom management
• Capability to plan, prioritise care, respond to changes in patient condition, and raise concerns appropriately
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle

• Close date for applications: 27th January 2026
• Interview dates: TBC
• As part of the online application you will be asked to submit a CV and a covering letter. Please review this advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.

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Marie Curie is committed to safeguarding all people from harm. We ensure all staff and volunteers meet safeguarding standards, and create a supportive workplace. We value diversity, inclusion and equity, and are a Stonewall champion. We welcome applications from diverse cultures and experiences and offer reasonable adjustments upon request. Please email any adjustment requests to .

• Entry level

• Part‑time

• Health Care Provider

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