A new Marie Curie service working across South Liverpool primary care, aiming to help people reach palliative and end-of-life care earlier. The post is an outreach-focused take on the healthcare assistant role, built around relationships, referrals and signposting people and families to suitable services. The work spans GP practices and community hubs rather than a single base, with autonomous planning of the caseload. Applicants need prior palliative or end-of-life experience, a Level 3 health or care qualification and a driving licence with access to a vehicle.
What the job involves
- Carry out outreach and build relationships to reach people who need palliative care earlier
- Support referrals and follow up on identified needs
- Signpost people and families to appropriate services and help join up their care
- Work with Clinical Nurse Specialists, primary care colleagues and community services across South Liverpool
- Provide direct care where opportunities arise
- Contribute to holistic assessment and care planning
- Recognise and respond to changes in people's needs
- Contribute to symptom management within the scope of the role
- Contribute to advance care planning
- Hold compassionate conversations about dying, death and bereavement
Qualifications
- Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or an equivalent Level 3 healthcare qualification
Experience
- Knowledge and understanding of palliative and end-of-life care
- Experience providing care to people with palliative or end-of-life needs, including people who are dying
- Experience of providing high-quality, person-centred care and support
Skills & knowledge
- Comfortable having compassionate, sensitive conversations about serious illness, palliative care, dying and end-of-life wishes
- Builds trusting relationships with patients, families and health and care professionals
- Recognises changes in a person's condition and escalates concerns appropriately
- Works autonomously, planning and prioritising workload while knowing when to seek support
- Works well as part of a multidisciplinary team
Checks & eligibility
- Current valid driving licence
- Access to a vehicle with business insurance
What’s offered
- 27 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays (pro rata), with NHS annual leave entitlement honoured for eligible joiners
- Continuous professional development and industry-leading training programmes
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Life assurance
- Blue Light Card eligibility
- Benefit Hub discounts
- Support with eye care costs
- Season ticket and other employee loan schemes
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Senior Healthcare Assistant - North West Identification & Support in Grimsby employer: Marie Curie
Marie Curie is an exceptional employer, offering a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the UK's leading end-of-life charity. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, flexible working arrangements, and continuous professional development, staff are empowered to grow in their roles while making a significant impact on the lives of those facing terminal illness. The inclusive work culture fosters diversity and collaboration, ensuring that every voice is valued as we strive to provide the best possible care and support.
