Healthcare Assistant - Cardiff IPU

Marie Curie UK; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading end-of-life charity in the UK seeks a compassionate Healthcare Assistant for their Cardiff and the Vale Hospice. The role involves providing high-quality end-of-life care, supporting patients with personal and emotional needs, and contributing to care planning. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care and at least 6 months of relevant experience. This part-time position offers a salary of £24,833 per annum, along with generous annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays

Continuous Professional development

Defined contribution schemes for Pension

Life assurance for all employees

Industry leading training programmes

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of recent care delivery experience in a health or social care setting.
• Ability to hold person-centred, empathetic conversations.
• Knowledge of holistic care planning and symptom management.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care.
• Support patients and their loved ones with personal care.
• Contribute to care planning and assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathetic interactions

Ability to plan and prioritize care

Knowledge of palliative and end of life care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Functional skills in numeracy and literacy at Level 2

Job description

Company Description

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end‑of‑life charity. We are the largest non‑NHS provider of endof‑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, they’re likely to die from.

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% 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.

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

Job Description

We’re looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team at the Cardiff and the Vale Hospice, providing compassionate, high‑quality end‑of‑life care during day shifts.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll be a vital part of a multidisciplinary team delivering holistic, person‑centred end of life care. Working under the guidance of registered professionals, you’ll support patients and those important to them with personal care, symptom management, and emotional support.

You’ll contribute to care planning, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe and dignified environment. This is a compassionate and hands‑on role where you’ll make a meaningful difference in people’s lives during their final stages, while also supporting their loved ones through grief and bereavement.

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 2 (aligned with AFC) £24,833 per annum + enhancements (pro rata)

Contract: Permanent, part‑time, 22.5 hours per week.

Based: Cardiff and the Vale Hospice

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 we’re 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 elevate appropriately

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

Application Process

• Close date for applications: 18th January 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 Emma Grant at [email protected]

Additional Information

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. Please email any requests to [email protected]