Job Description

Queenscourt Hospice is an independent charity that provides free, specialist palliative care for the people of Southport, Formby and West Lancashire. We care for patients with advanced progressive, illnesses, helping them to achieve the best possible quality of life.



Healthcare Assistant (Inpatient Unit)

37.5 hours - permanent

23,875 - 25,587 per annum, pro rata (dependent on experience)

Location:

Southport, Merseyside



An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Healthcare Assistant to join the Queenscourt Inpatient Unit nursing team.



The post holder will be responsible for delivering a range of patient care duties, with or without direct supervision from qualified staff, as well as assisting the clinical team in providing high quality standards of palliative care for patients and their relatives. The post will be based within the impatient unit however on occasion when required, may involve some work across other areas of Queenscourt. The position requires flexible working and will include internal rotation to night shifts as well as early and late shifts.

Closing date for receipt of applications:

midnight Sunday 22 nd June 2025



If sufficient response is received this advert could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, so please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.



For further information or to arrange an informal conversation, please contact Lindsey Potter or Louise Charnock on 01704 544645.



Application packs and full job description with person specification are available from the vacancies section on our website www.queenscourt.org.uk/jobs or email recruitment@queenscourt.org.uk



Are you Interested?

We offer:

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 29 and 30 at respective 5 and 10 year anniversaries

We recognise NHS service in respect of holidays, sickness and salary

We support NHS Pensions contributions for those with eligibility

Enhanced maternity, Paternity, adoption and shared parental leave

Occupational sickness scheme

Access to offers and discounts (including Blue Light Cards)

A comprehensive induction program with ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance program (EAP)

Free on-site parking

Supportive, employee focussed policies along with a wealth of wellbeing initiatives

Working in a modern, bright, and welcoming environment

Subsidised staff meals

Staff receive excellent support and supervision from our management team



Please note - Any applicants for roles at Queenscourt Hospice must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship to work in the UK at this time. Due to the size of our organisation and the nature of our business, it is critical that we fill vacancies quickly therefore the successful candidate will need to be able to provide evidence of right to work in the UK. As a registered charity we are also unable to offer financial relocation packages.