Job Description

Are you passionate about delivering compassionate, person-centred care at the end of life? Marie Curie is looking for a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our community team in Dumfries and Galloway.


You'll be a vital part of our multidisciplinary team, providing holistic support to patients and those important to them. This role is based in the community, where you'll support clients and their families in the comfort of their own homes--ensuring dignity, comfort, and continuity of care during one of life's most important journeys.


If you're committed to excellence in palliative care and want to be part of a supportive, values-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Additional Information

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Salary:

Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 2 (aligned with AFC) 24,647 - 26,763 pro rata per annum + enhancements

Contract:

Permanent Part Time 27 hours per week Night Shifts 10pm to 7am and can include some occasional day shifts when required

Based:

Community Based across Gretna, Annan and Dumfriesshire and Galloway

Benefits You'll Love

Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 10 public holidays (pro rata) Hybrid working Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave Continuous Professional development Industry leading training programmes Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work Defined contribution schemes for Pension Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems Introduce a friend scheme Help with eyecare cost Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme Life assurance - for all employees

What we're looking for:

Minimum of 6 months' experience delivering care in a health or social care setting Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle NVQ Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards this qualification A nurturing and compassionate approach, with excellent communication skills The ability to work independently while being an integral part of a multidisciplinary team

Application Process

Close date for applications: 29th September 2025 Interview Dates: Early October As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and covering letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.


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