End-of-Life Care Senior Nurse - UHP x Marie Curie
| Posting date: | 15 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £39,959 to £48,117 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £39959 - £48117 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 May 2026 |
| Location: | Plymouth, PL6 8DH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | B0516-26-0140 |
Summary
Role: Band 6 Senior Nurse Contract: Full-time Permanent Shifts: Primarily long days, but will require flexibility to cover nights and weekends when needed. Location: University Hospitals Plymouth Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale - Band 6 (aligned with AFC) £39,959 - £48,117 + enhancements and a full range of Marie Curie benefits. As an End-of-Life Care Senior Nurse (Band 6), youll play a key role in shaping a positive, supportive working environment and leading a dedicated team of Registered Nurses and Healthcare Assistants. Working closely with the Clinical Nurse Manager, youll oversee patient-centred care, manage a defined caseload, and champion a proactive approach to identifying and supporting those nearing the end of life, ensuring timely transfers to their preferred place of care. Our collaborative service has already brought uplifting experiences and a strong sense of belonging across our team, enhancing both patient care and personal growth for staff. Youll have the chance to spend more one-on-one time with patients, making a meaningful impact and gaining immense professional satisfaction. This is a challenging and fulfilling role, offering the chance to influence care experiences during critical times, while benefiting from a supportive environment that values your well-being and professional development. If you are passionate about high-quality care, motivated to lead and inspire others, and ready to be part of a truly impactful service, wed love to hear from you. Qualifications Registered Nurse on NMC Register Experience working in palliative care and end of life care (hospice/hospital/community) Experience managing and coaching staff Up to date knowledge of current palliative care issues Understanding and support of the benefits of clinical supervision and reflective practice Ability to manage time, self and own workload and prioritise affectively Genuine commitment to providing high quality care Someone who understands benefits of working with a patient-centred philosophy of multi-disciplinary team working. What's in it for you: Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata) We honour continued NHS service and reassess total annual leave dates. 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- NHS pensions can be carried over! Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems Introduce a friend scheme Help with childcare cost (T & Cs apply) Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme Life assurance for all employees For more information, please contact Ana.Martyn@mariecurie.org.uk Advert closes: Friday 29th May 2026 Interviews will take place after 27th May 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 recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk. 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.