Job Description

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 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they're likely to die from.


The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.


We want a different society than the one we live in now. Our mission for the next five years is to close the gap in the number of people missing out on what they need at the end-of-life, through:

Growing and transforming our direct care and support Delivering more practical information and support Leading in shaping the end-of-life experience

Are you an experienced palliative care nurse with a genuine passion for innovation and continuous improvement? At Marie Curie, we are excited to invite a highly driven and enthusiastic individual to join our new service at the Royal Free Hospital.


In this role, you will be responsible for actively identifying patients in the Emergency Department who are likely in their last year of life, providing specialist palliative care and facilitating their prompt discharge to appropriate care providers, aligned with patients' preferred place of care.


Primary job responsibilities include:

Lead on clinical assessments and care planning Provide advanced symptom control and communication support Coordinate with community and hospital palliative care services to facilitate rapid discharge home/preferred place of care Supervise Senior Healthcare Assistants, mentor emergency departments staff, and support team learning

You will also manage nursing services for individuals with terminal illnesses, supporting their loved ones, and collaborating with health professionals. As a vital member of our multidisciplinary team, you will offer expert advice and support, managing a caseload of patients with complex needs while ensuring the highest standards of care.


This role exemplifies person-centred leadership, clinical excellence, and effective multidisciplinary collaboration, all of which are crucial for Marie Curie to achieve its strategic goals. You will be expected to adhere to relevant legal, ethical, capability, and clinical frameworks, as well as Marie Curie's policies and procedures, taking accountability for your actions within the scope of your role.


If you are looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing terminal illnesses, we encourage you to join our us and make a difference today!

Job Structure:

12-month fixed-term contract

Hours:

37.5 per week, long day shifts

Workdays:

Starts Monday to Friday; includes weekends as the service grows

Salary:

Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 7 (AFC aligned) 47,810 to 54,710 Per Annum, Plus High-cost area Supplement

Location:

Royal Free Hospital, London

What we are looking for

Nursing qualification with at least five years of post-registration experience, including at least one year of recent experience in palliative care or end-of-life care Master's degree Non-Medical Prescribing qualification Prior experience managing complex discharges within an emergency department is preferred but not required. Proficient in observing and assessing clinical practice to evaluate standards of care Demonstrated ability to independently manage side effects and symptoms associated with medical conditions, and initiate appropriate treatment Experienced in leading a team of nurses/healthcare professionals Mentorship/ Teaching qualification

Marie Curie Benefits Package

Defined contribution schemes for Pension (the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%) Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems Help with eyecare cost (T & C's apply) Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme Life assurance - for all employees

What's in it for you

Annual leave allowance - 27days plus 8 public holidays (pro-rated) Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be most recent continuous service with no break of service) Marie Curie Contributary Pension Scheme Continuous Professional development - (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development) Industry leading training programmes Life Assurance Generous enhancements

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We are dedicated to fostering career development and welcome applicants interested in a secondment for this role.

Advert Closes:

28-Setember-2025

Application Process

To apply, submit an online application with your CV and a cover letter explaining your relevant experience, how you meet the person specification, and why you want to join Marie Curie.


For more information or an informal chat please contact ashish.sharma@mariecurie.org.uk

Additional Information

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Agencies need not apply.


Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.





We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.





We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk