Healthcare Assistant

Job Description
Are you passionate about delivering compassionate, person-centred care to individuals at the end of life? Marie Curie is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our community-based overnight service in Dumfries and Galloway – covering Upper and Lower Annandale and Eskdale

In this vital role, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing holistic support to patients and those close to them. Working overnight in patients’ homes, you will ensure comfort, dignity and continuity of care during one of life’s most profound journeys. Your presence will offer reassurance and skilled care when it’s needed most, helping families feel supported throughout the night.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your local community while being part of a respected organisation known for its compassionate approach to end-of-life care.

If you’re committed to excellence in palliative care and want to be part of a supportive, values-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

What you will be doing:

• Access visit schedules and patient details via the electronic tablet system at the start of each shift.
• Contact patients and their families prior to arrival to confirm the visit and provide reassurance.
• Attend patients’ homes and communicate effectively with both the patient and their loved ones, as well as liaise with the out-of-hours clinical service.
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to individual needs, including: pain and symptom management, pressure area care and monitoring and supporting fluid intake.
• Accurately document all care provided and observations in the patient’s electronic records.
• Work independently on a one-to-one basis within the patient’s home, ensuring safety, dignity and professionalism at all times.
• Provide overnight support to a single patient, offering companionship and monitoring for any signs of deterioration.
• Escalate any concerns or changes in the patient’s condition to the out-of-hours service promptly.
• Deliver sensitive and respectful care following a patient’s death, including personal care and preparation of the body.
• Notify the out-of-hours service in the event of a patient passing during the night and complete all required documentation.

What we’re looking for:

• Minimum of 6 months’ experience delivering care in a health or social care setting
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• S/NVQ Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards this qualification
• A nurturing and compassionate approach, with excellent communication skills
• The ability to work independently while being an integral part of a multidisciplinary team
• IT skills are imperative.

What’s in it for me:
Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 2 (aligned with AFC) £26,696 - £28,988 pro rata per annum + enhancements
Contract: Permanent Part Time positions up to 27 hours per week - Night Shifts 10pm to 7am and can include some occasional day shifts when required
Based: Community Based (Based from home traveling within a 25 mile radius across)

Benefits You’ll Love

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 10 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
• Generous enhancements (between the hours of 8 pm and 6 am)
  • 44% Saturday and weekday nights
  • 88% Sundays and Bank Holidays

Application Process
Close date for applications: 6th November 2026
Interview Dates: TBC.
As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
For more information or an informal chat please contact Samantha Creighton, Senior Nurse, Samantha.Creighton@mariecurie.org.uk
Please note, this advert may close early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced PVG criminal record check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone, staff and volunteers alike. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Please contact recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk if you require any support.