Job Description

This role matters:

This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and motivated individual to play a key role in supporting the work of the Hospice's finance operation. This role would suit someone who enjoys working with people, data and for someone who has a passion for working efficiently and accurately.

St John's Hospice is a special place, and we are committed to being financially 'fit for purpose'. Our finance team are justifiably proud of their essential roles in providing accurate and timely information, enabling the Hospice Trustees and Senior Management Team to make sound strategic decisions.

Excellent numeracy, IT, organisational and interpersonal skills are crucial for this post. This is a finance role where you can really use your skills to make a difference.

You will work on-site at the Hospice as part of our own dedicated Finance team. This role is for 30 hours per week, which can be worked flexibly across either 4 or 5 days per week (between the hours of 8am and 5pm).

If you are looking use your skills in a role where every day you can see the difference you have made to people's lives, come and join us.

Informal enquiries are welcome, please get in touch!

Why work for St John's Hospice?

We have a generous employment benefits package, including >

7 weeks annual leave per year 8% employer funded pension (NHS pension subject to eligibility) Continuing professional development Employee Assistance Programme, including cash back on dental, optical & therapy treatments

PAY:

Dependent on pension scheme, based on 30 hours per week.

INTERVIEWS:

Monday 19th January 2026

For more information and to apply please visit our website (please note that only applications received via our website will be shortlisted for interview).

The job description and person specification are available to download from our website.

Informal enquiries are welcome, please get in touch.

Please be aware that this advert may close before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, therefore we would encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 19,063.20-19,656.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Lancaster LA2 6ST: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:

finance / accounting work: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 11/01/2026