Job Description

We are excited to announce an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join our New Community Allied Health Professional Team at our Outstanding CQC-rated Hospice in Bradford. Apply today and embark on a rewarding career in palliative care, where you can truly make a difference.

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 are recruiting for an Occupational Therapist to join our new Community Allied Health Professional Team at our Outstanding CQC Hospice in Bradford

Salary:

Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC BAND 6 38,682 to 46,580 per annum (pro rata)

Contract:

Fixed Term - 2 years

Hours:

Full Time - 37.5 hours per week

Based:

Marie Curie Bradford Hospice and surrounding community

Closing date:

14th July 2025


You will work with patients in the local community, either in their own homes or care homes. This key role involves delivering a high-quality Occupational Therapy service to patients with palliative and end of life care needs.


You will collaborate as part of a highly specialised multi-disciplinary team, providing holistic, person-centred care to patients with palliative care needs. The focus will be on offering non-pharmacological symptom control, palliative rehabilitation, and promoting and maintaining independence and quality of life. Your individualised assessment and treatment will support patients in achieving the best possible level of function and quality of life, regardless of diagnosis or prognosis. You will empower patients to set personal goals, assist them in achieving these goals, and enable them to feel better and live well for longer.


As an autonomous practitioner, you will manage your own complex caseload, demonstrating high-level problem-solving and reasoning skills, as well as independence of judgment.

What we're looking for:

Relevant professional qualification and current professional registration are essential. Palliative care experience is essential Experience of working in community Allied Health Professional team supporting palliative patients and people with long term conditions. Recent on-going professional development Driving license and access to own vehicle is essential Highly developed communication, organisation, and time management skills Strong IT skills Flexible approach

What's in it for you:

Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata) 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 Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme Life assurance for all employees
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To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.


For more information or an informal chat please contact, Lisa Gair - Talent Acquisition Advisor on lisa.gair@mariecurie.org.uk


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 believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.


We're committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk


This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check.


We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.



Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 3,500 staff and 5,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left

Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.