Healthcare Assistant - Hampshire

Healthcare Assistant – Hampshire

Marie Curie UK 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. We provide tailored care to patients with terminal illnesses and emotional support for their families.

Company Description

We’re dedicated to closing the gap between those who need end‑of‑life support and those who receive it. Our mission is to give everyone the best possible quality of life while living with an illness.

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our community team in Hampshire and work towards providing holistic, person‑centred end‑of‑life care and support in patients’ homes. Your responsibilities will include monitoring and assisting with skin integrity and personal hygiene, supporting nutrition, facilitating comfort and rest, providing mobility support, and maintaining a clean care environment. As a Healthcare Assistant you will practice empathetic communication and provide high‑quality personal care to enhance wellbeing.

Contract & Working Hours

Permanent, full‑time or reduced hours. Day shifts: Monday to Sunday, including bank holidays.

Shift hours: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Salary & Benefits

Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, Band 2 (£24,465 per annum plus enhancements).

• Defined contribution pension scheme (charity matches up to 7.5%)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Loan schemes for bikes, computers, and satellite navigation systems
• Help with eye care cost (terms & conditions apply)
• Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Benefit Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance for all employees

What We’re Looking For

• At least six months recent experience providing care in a health or social care environment, including end‑of‑life care.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent (preferred).
• Person‑centred, compassionate attitude.
• Ability to develop and evaluate care management plans.
• Emotional resilience and capacity to work independently.
• Valid driving licence and access to a car for travel to patient homes.

Benefits Package

• Annual leave allowance – 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro‑rated).
• Parental/sick leave policy.
• Continuous professional development support.
• Industry‑leading training programmes.
• Mileage allowance of 45 p per mile.
• Generous enhancements.

Location

Community based – Hampshire, UK.

Advert Closes

24‑November‑2025

Application Process

Submit an online application with a copy of your most recent CV detailing your experience how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.

Interview Schedule

Face‑to‑face interviews will be conducted at our Hampshire location: 45‑46 Basepoint, Aerodrome Road, Gosport, PO13 0FQ.

Contact

Email: [email protected]

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

Marie Curie is committed to social justice, diversity, inclusion and equity. We are a Stonewall Champion and welcome applications from diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. We accommodate reasonable adjustments – email requests to [email protected].

Other Information

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.