Hospice Clinical Nurse
The Hospice Clinical Nurse (Band 5) role provides direct nursing care for children and young people who require specialist care for additional complex medical needs and palliative care.
We are looking for nurses who will provide a high level of specialist palliative care, encompassing a supportive and holistic approach to the child/young person with a life-limiting condition and their family in the Hospice setting. The post holder will uphold the best interests of the child/ young person and their family and will maximise the use of the multi-skilled team to plan, deliver, evaluate, and maintain safe, compassionate, and effective care. This post works flexibly, including rotation onto nights to cover a 24/7, 365-day service.
We recognise that working in a Children’s Hospice is very different from that of the NHS, and sometimes applicants are not sure if working in a Hospice setting best suits their experience. We hold Claire House values central to our recruitment process. Therefore, we welcome interested applicants to arrange an informal visit and spend time at Claire House. This consists of: having a tour of the hospice, spending time with a mix of hospice staff to find out more about the role, and having time to ask questions in a more relaxed environment.
All Claire House employees receive a rewards and recognition package which includes generous annual leave, life cover, free access to an Employee Assistance Program and counselling service, free parking, access to training and courses, and in-house clinical supervision. We offer additional payments for working unsociable hours and night shifts. You can also continue with your NHS superannuation scheme or join the Claire House pension scheme.
We also offer flexible working applications from day one.
Should you require any further information or want to discuss this opportunity, please speak to Ruth Varey, Inpatient Hospice Manager: ruth.varey@clairehouse.org.uk
OR
Angharad Pulford, Inpatient Hospice Manager:
Angharad.pulford@clairehouse.org.uk
Closing date for applications: Sunday 2nd November at 24:00hrs
INTERVIEW: Thursday 13th November
All Posts will start in January 2026
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Completed applications should be emailed to jobs@clairehouse.org.uk.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
This organisations recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
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