Healthcare Assistant - North Wales – Betsi Cadwalader

Job summary

Marie Curie is the UKs 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, theyre likely to die from.

Main duties of the job

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 per cent 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.

About us

We want a different society than the one we live in now. Our mission for the next five years is to close the gap in the number of people missing out on what they need at the end-of-life, through 3 ways:

• Growing and transforming our direct care and support
• Delivering more practical information and support
• Leading in shaping the end-of-life experience

Details

• Date posted: 28 August 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 2
• Salary: £26,300 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: MC05003
• Job locations: Community Based, Flintshire & Wrexham, LL11 2AA, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

As a Healthcare Assistant working permanent night shifts, youll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred end of life care to patients in their own homes across North Wales. Working overnight, you will provide compassionate support during a time when patients and their families often need reassurance, comfort, and responsive care the most.

Working under the guidance of registered professionals, you will support patients with personal care, symptom management, mobility, comfort measures, and emotional support, helping them remain safe, comfortable, and dignified throughout the night.

Youll be responsible for recognising and responding to changes in a patients condition, escalating concerns appropriately, and maintaining accurate documentation. You will work both independently and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team, ensuring continuity of care and contributing to individualised care plans.

This is a rewarding and hands-on role where youll make a meaningful difference to patients and families during some of the most important moments of their lives, while supporting Marie Curies commitment to delivering exceptional end of life care around the clock.

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 2 (aligned with AFC) £26,300 - pro rata per annum + enhancements

Contract: Permanent - Night shifts Only

Based: Community Based North Wales

Locations:

Flintshire & Wrexham - Full Time/ Part Time (36 hours per week & 18 hours per week)

Job includes working across two services:

• Hospice Care at Home Night Service 22:00-07:00 - Travelling up to 25 miles from Home Address
• Rapid Response Night Service - 22:00-07:00 - Based in Deeside Community Hospital

Gwynedd - Full Time (36 hours per week)

• Hospice Care at Home Night Service 22:00-07:00 - Travelling up to 25 miles from Home Address

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 eyecare cost
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance for all employees

What were looking for:

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent Level 2 qualification (e.g. NCFE, BTEC), plus functional skills in numeracy and literacy at Level 2
• At least 6 months of recent care delivery experience in a health or social care setting
• Strong communication skills with the ability to hold person-centred, empathetic conversations and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of palliative and end of life care, including holistic care planning and symptom management
• Ability to plan and prioritise care, respond to changes in patient condition, and escalate appropriately
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle

Please see the full job description here: https://mariecurie.pagetiger.com/ddmteay/1

Application Process

• Close date for applications: 9th September 2026
• Interview Dates: TBC
• 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.

For further information or to arrange an informal chat please contact our Hiring Manager Zoe Evans at Zoe.Evans@mariecurie.org.uk

Qualifications

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Additional information

At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone staff and volunteers alike supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you your experience, perspective and voice.