Healthcare Assistant - STARS

Job description

Job responsibilities

Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week (days)

Contract: Permanent

Base: Liverpool Hospice and the community

Salary: £24,465 per annum, in line with the Agenda for Change (AFC) scale & a whole range of Marie Curie benefits

What were looking for:

• National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an equivalent alternative Level 2 Qualification.
• Minimum of 6 months care delivery experience in a Health or Social Care Environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of how to deliver person centred care and the components of open and sensitive communication
• Proficient IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Valid UK driving licence with access to a vehicle with business insurance
• Flexibility to work across different projects and services across the North-West, if required

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

• Help with childcare cost (T & Cs apply)
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance for all employees

To apply, please upload your most recent CV detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.

Advert closes: 6th November 2025

For more information or an informal chat please contact Rebecca Ruddock on Rebecca.Ruddock1@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.

Were 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an equivalent alternative Level 2 Qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 6 months care delivery experience in a Health or Social Care Environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Marie Curie

Address

Liverpool Hospice

Liverpool

Merseyside

L25 8QA

Employer's website

https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)