End-of-Life Care Clinical Nurse Specialist

NHS Jobs; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension

NHS annual leave entitlement

Continuous professional development

Mentorship opportunities

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Marie Curie is seeking an End-of-Life Care Clinical Nurse Specialist to work in Exeter, partnering with GP practices, community services and colleagues to improve experiences of care and help people remain in their preferred place of care wherever possible.

This 37.5-hour-per-week permanent role (Band 6) offers a supportive learning environment with mentorship, ongoing professional development and access to NHS pension and annual leave entitlements. Salary: £39,959–£48,117 per annum.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration as an Adult Nurse.
• Experience supporting people with complex health needs and/or End of Life Care needs.
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Experience of care planning and coordinating care across services.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside GP practices, community services and Marie Curie colleagues to improve experiences of care.
• Support people to remain in their preferred place of care wherever possible.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver person-centred end-of-life care.
• Engage in sensitive conversations and share knowledge to develop skills within the team.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Education

NMC registration as an Adult Nurse

Job description

End-of-Life Care Clinical Nurse Specialist

Working alongside GP practices, community services and Marie Curie colleagues, you will help improve experiences of care, reduce avoidable crises and support people to remain in their preferred place of care wherever possible. Most importantly, you do not need to see yourself as an end-of-life care specialist already. If you are an experienced nurse who is passionate about person-centred care, curious to learn and committed to making a difference, we will support you to develop the knowledge, confidence and skills needed to thrive in the role. Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent (flexible working to be discussed) Salary: Band 6, £39,959 - £48,117 per annum (aligned to NHS Agenda for Change) Location: Exeter Primary Care Network and community settings We are looking for someone who: Is passionate about improving the experience of people approaching the end of life and those important to them. Believes every person deserves care that reflects their wishes, values and priorities. Can build trusting relationships with patients, families and professionals. Is confident having sensitive conversations, or willing to develop these skills. Enjoys working collaboratively across teams and organisational boundaries. Is motivated to develop their knowledge and expertise in end-of-life care. Can work autonomously whilst remaining connected to a supportive wider team. Shares our values and commitment to compassionate, equitable and person-centred care.

In return, we offer:

• A supportive learning environment with access to specialist mentorship, professional development opportunities and the chance to help shape an innovative approach to end-of-life care within primary care and local communities.
• This is more than a nursing role. It is an opportunity to influence care across whole populations while making a meaningful difference to individuals and families every day.
• We also honour your NHS pension and NHS annual leave entitlement, making your transition as smooth as possible! (T&Cs apply)

If you believe every person deserves the opportunity to talk about what matters most, make informed choices and receive care that reflects their wishes, we'd love to hear from you.

Essential Criteria:

• Current NMC registration as an Adult Nurse.
• Experience supporting people with complex health needs and/or End of Life Care needs.
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Experience of care planning and coordinating care across services.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams.

Additional information

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
• Competitive Policy for parental and 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(you can carry your NHS pension across!)
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Introduce a friend scheme
• Help with eye care costs
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance for all employees

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. 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 everyones unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Were committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. 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. 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.

Advert closes: 30th October 2026. The role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.