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.
Your role in our mission… We're looking for an empathetic, Specialist Social Worker to join our patient and family support team at our Glasgow Hospice.
At Marie Curie, we believe in providing compassionate support to those facing life's most challenging moments.
As our Specialist Social Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients with a life limiting illness and offer support to those important to them during end-of-life care.
In this role, you will: Deliver personalized social work services to both patients and their loved ones.
Conduct holistic assessments to identify and address the unique needs of each patient and their carers.
Provide bereavement support and ongoing care to individuals receiving hospice services, extending to the wider community when needed.
You'll work as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, advocating for the best possible care for those you support.
If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in people's lives, we'd love for you to join us.
Application Process 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.
Close date for applications: 17th November 2024 Interviews being held 27th November 2024 Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 6 (aligned with AFC) £39,912 - £48,635 per annum Contract: Permanent 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday Based: Onsite at Marie Curie Glasgow Hospice, 133 Balornock Rd, Springburn, Glasgow G21 3US Marie Curie Benefits Package Season ticket loan -for travelling to and from work.
Defined contribution schemes for Pension (the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%) Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems Introduce a friend scheme.
Help with childcare cost (TC apply) Entitled under Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme.
Life assurance – for all employees What's in it for you: Continuous development Industry leading training programmes Employee Assistance Programme Flexible Working 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.