Are you passionate about delivering compassionate, person-centred care to individuals at the end of life? Marie Curie is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our community-based overnight service in the highlands; we are seeking dedicated and driven individuals across Badenoch and Strathspey.
What will you be doing:
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 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
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
Please see the full job description here: JOB DESCRIPTION LINK
What’s in it for me?
Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 2 (aligned with AFC) £26,696 pro rata to £28,988 Pro rata
Contract: Permanent Part Time 27 Hours (x3 Night Shifts per week 10pm to 7am across 7 days)
Based: Community Based (Based at home traveling within a 25-mile radius across the Badenoch and Strathspey area.
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
Application Process
- Close date for applications: 8th November 2026
- Shortlisting: W/C 9th November 2026
- Interview Dates: Friday 20th November 2026 through Microsoft teams
- 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.
We reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.
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 [email protected].
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.