We are currently recruiting a Healthcare Assistant to join the Inpatients Unit at our Outstanding CQC rated hospice in Newcastle
Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale (aligned with AFC) Band 2 £25,272 per annum + enhancements (pro rata)
Hours/Contract: Full Time (Days – 7.30 am – 8 pm, Nights 7.30 pm – 8 am)
Contract Type: Permanent
Based: Newcastle Hospice
Closing date: 21st June 2026
Interview date: TBC
As a Healthcare Assistant with Marie Curie at Newcastle Hospice Inpatients Unit, you’ll provide compassionate support to patients and families when they need it most. We deliver specialist palliative care to people living with a life-limiting illness, while also offering essential emotional support to their loved ones.
With experience in end-of-life care, you’ll be ready to make a meaningful difference every day. Working as part of our dedicated team, you’ll provide high-quality, person-centred care in line with each patient’s individual care plan. Your role will include supporting with personal care and hygiene needs, monitoring symptoms, assisting with medication, maintaining accurate records, and offering emotional reassurance to both patients and their families.
What we’re looking for:
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NVQ Level 2/3 qualification or an equivalent certificate/diploma is required
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Emotional strength and the ability to work on your own are crucial, though we will of course provide excellent on-going training and support
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Recent experience of providing care and caring for people with life limiting illness or palliative care needs in a health/social care setting
What's in it for you:
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Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
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Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
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Continuous Professional development
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Industry leading training programmes
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Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
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Defined contribution schemes for Pension
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Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
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Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
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Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
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Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme
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Life assurance for all employees
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41% of your basic hourly salary for Saturdays and weekday night duty (8 pm–6 am)
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83% of your basic hourly salary for Sundays and public bank holidays
To view the job description, please click here
To apply, please 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]
