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Dove House Hospice

Complementary Therapist

The closing date is 08 October 2025

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Job summary

Job title: Complementary Therapist

Role open to applications: 8th October 2025.

Interview date: 22nd October2025

Salary: £26,324 - £28,358 FTE

Hours of work: up to 30 hours per week.

Overtime: There are times when it is necessary for you to work additional hours to those quoted in this statement within the limits set by the Working Time Regulations, and it is a condition of employment that you are willing to do so, when requested. Overtime hours are not guaranteed.

Holiday entitlement: 7 weeks per annum including bank holidays. All holiday entitlements are pro-rata for part time workers.

DBS required: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service with an appropriate Adults and/or children barred list check. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining employment. The hospices Equal Opportunities Policy, Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy and Handling of DBS certificate information Policy are available to applicants on request.

Further information: Please contact Diane Woodhouse, Head of Nursing, Therapies & Quality on d.woodhouse@dovehouse.org.uk or (01482) 784343 Extension 380

Main duties of the job

To provide a service as a member of the Complementary Therapies team and practice the therapies which have been agreed, in accordance with the policies of Dove House Hospice.

The therapist will provide therapies to patients in the inpatient unit, outpatient clinic and patient groups in addition to carers, staff and volunteers. The therapist will adhere to the Complementary Therapies policy and competencies.

About us

Dove House Hospice supports patients with life limiting illnesses to live every moment. It is our vision to provide a sustainable, comfortable and caring environment in which to offer exceptional, specialist palliative care to patients, carers and their families. All roles throughout our organisation contribute to making this vision a reality for those living in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire who rely on us to provide the care that is right for them, in the place of their choice.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£26,324 to £28,358 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

CT08102025

Job locations

Dove House Hospice

Chamberlain Road

Hull

East Yorkshire

HU8 8DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

To demonstrate a sound understanding of complementary therapies and in particular the therapies for which they are qualified to practice.

To be committed to develop skills and knowledge related to the care of patients with active, progressive and advanced disease, palliative care needs and the needs of their carers.

Provide a holistic approach to patients and their carers, in collaboration with the other members of the multi-disciplinary team, in order to ensure the provision of the highest quality of care.

To be aware of the patients diagnosis, treatment, care and current condition.

To be aware of contra-indications or precautions in relation to the therapies they practice and be able to adapt a treatment accordingly.

In conjunction with the Complementary Therapists receive referrals, assess, plan, evaluate and review treatments with patients/carers.

Complete the required documentation and make entries on SystmOne computerised records.

Provide feedback, including adverse reactions, to the patients nursing team/referrer, Complementary Therapist and multi-disciplinary team as appropriate.

Communicate appropriately with all staff, liaise with other departments and agencies and attend internal and external meetings as appropriate.

Participate in clinical supervision/reflective practice with the Complementary Therapist.

Attend multi disciplinary and other meetings when necessary as relevant to the post as requested by the Complementary Therapists and or line manager.

Assist the Complementary Therapists to provide guidance to the multi-disciplinary team regarding the use of complementary therapies, promote the awareness of the benefits of complementary therapies and ensure an understanding of the role of Complementary Therapies Team.

Assist the Complementary Therapists in support and development of new volunteer complementary therapists.

Participate in the preparation of audits and reports as may be required.

General

Respect the confidentiality of any information held in relation to past or present patients, carers, staff and administration of the hospice.

All staff are required to abide by Dove House health and safety policies.

Complete all mandatory Essential Education, moving and handling and First Aid Training as per organisational policy

Dove House is a no-smoking area for staff and volunteers.

All staff must abide by Dove House Hospice organisational policies.

NB This job description may be amended in consultation with the post holder in the light of on-going, changing Organisational needs.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To demonstrate a sound understanding of complementary therapies and in particular the therapies for which they are qualified to practice.

To be committed to develop skills and knowledge related to the care of patients with active, progressive and advanced disease, palliative care needs and the needs of their carers.

Provide a holistic approach to patients and their carers, in collaboration with the other members of the multi-disciplinary team, in order to ensure the provision of the highest quality of care.

To be aware of the patients diagnosis, treatment, care and current condition.

To be aware of contra-indications or precautions in relation to the therapies they practice and be able to adapt a treatment accordingly.

In conjunction with the Complementary Therapists receive referrals, assess, plan, evaluate and review treatments with patients/carers.

Complete the required documentation and make entries on SystmOne computerised records.

Provide feedback, including adverse reactions, to the patients nursing team/referrer, Complementary Therapist and multi-disciplinary team as appropriate.

Communicate appropriately with all staff, liaise with other departments and agencies and attend internal and external meetings as appropriate.

Participate in clinical supervision/reflective practice with the Complementary Therapist.

Attend multi disciplinary and other meetings when necessary as relevant to the post as requested by the Complementary Therapists and or line manager.

Assist the Complementary Therapists to provide guidance to the multi-disciplinary team regarding the use of complementary therapies, promote the awareness of the benefits of complementary therapies and ensure an understanding of the role of Complementary Therapies Team.

Assist the Complementary Therapists in support and development of new volunteer complementary therapists.

Participate in the preparation of audits and reports as may be required.

General

Respect the confidentiality of any information held in relation to past or present patients, carers, staff and administration of the hospice.

All staff are required to abide by Dove House health and safety policies.

Complete all mandatory Essential Education, moving and handling and First Aid Training as per organisational policy

Dove House is a no-smoking area for staff and volunteers.

All staff must abide by Dove House Hospice organisational policies.

NB This job description may be amended in consultation with the post holder in the light of on-going, changing Organisational needs.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • 1.Diploma in Anatomy Physiology level 3 or above
  • 2.Diploma in Massage level 3 or above
  • 3.Diploma in Reflexology level 3 or above
  • 4.Experience of post qualification practice
  • 5.Experience of practicing in a clinical setting
  • 6.Member of a professional complementary therapy association or member of a voluntary regulatory professional body.
  • 7.Excellent Interpersonal skills
  • 8.Basic IT skills
  • 9.To hold professional & public liability & indemnity insurance to £2,000,000.

Desirable

  • 1.Diploma in Reiki II or above
  • 2.Diploma in Clinical Aromatherapy or above
  • 3.Experience of practicing in a hospice/palliative care setting

Qualifications

Essential

  • 1.Diploma in Anatomy Physiology level 3 or above
  • 2.Diploma in Massage level 3 or above
  • 3.Diploma in Reflexology level 3 or above
  • 4.Experience of post qualification practice
  • 5.Experience of practicing in a clinical setting
  • 6.Member of a professional complementary therapy association or member of a voluntary regulatory professional body.
  • 7.Excellent Interpersonal skills
  • 8.Basic IT skills
  • 9.To hold professional & public liability & indemnity insurance to £2,000,000.

Desirable

  • 1.Diploma in Reiki II or above
  • 2.Diploma in Clinical Aromatherapy or above
  • 3.Experience of practicing in a hospice/palliative care setting
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • 1.Diploma in Anatomy Physiology level 3 or above
  • 2.Diploma in Massage level 3 or above
  • 3.Diploma in Reflexology level 3 or above
  • 4.Experience of post qualification practice
  • 5.Experience of practicing in a clinical setting
  • 6.Member of a professional complementary therapy association or member of a voluntary regulatory professional body.
  • 7.Excellent Interpersonal skills
  • 8.Basic IT skills
  • 9.To hold professional & public liability & indemnity insurance to £2,000,000.

Desirable

  • 1.Diploma in Reiki II or above
  • 2.Diploma in Clinical Aromatherapy or above
  • 3.Experience of practicing in a hospice/palliative care setting

Qualifications

Essential

  • 1.Diploma in Anatomy Physiology level 3 or above
  • 2.Diploma in Massage level 3 or above
  • 3.Diploma in Reflexology level 3 or above
  • 4.Experience of post qualification practice
  • 5.Experience of practicing in a clinical setting
  • 6.Member of a professional complementary therapy association or member of a voluntary regulatory professional body.
  • 7.Excellent Interpersonal skills
  • 8.Basic IT skills
  • 9.To hold professional & public liability & indemnity insurance to £2,000,000.

Desirable

  • 1.Diploma in Reiki II or above
  • 2.Diploma in Clinical Aromatherapy or above
  • 3.Experience of practicing in a hospice/palliative care setting

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dove House Hospice

Address

Dove House Hospice

Chamberlain Road

Hull

East Yorkshire

HU8 8DH


Employer's website

https://opportunities.dovehouse.org.uk/DoveHouse/Home (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dove House Hospice

Address

Dove House Hospice

Chamberlain Road

Hull

East Yorkshire

HU8 8DH


Employer's website

https://opportunities.dovehouse.org.uk/DoveHouse/Home (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Director of Clinical Services

Diane Woodhouse

d.woodhouse@dovehouse.org.uk

01482784343

Details

Date posted

24 September 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£26,324 to £28,358 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

CT08102025

Job locations

Dove House Hospice

Chamberlain Road

Hull

East Yorkshire

HU8 8DH


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