About this role
Job summary
We are recruiting a Social Worker to join our Patient and Family Support Team in the North-West. Working across our Liverpool Hospice, community settings and local hospitals, you will provide responsive social work and bereavement support to people with life-limiting or terminal illness, their families and those important to them.
Main duties of the job
This is a varied and fast-paced role where no two days will be the same. Working alongside colleagues across the hospice, community and local hospitals, you will respond flexibly to changing needs while providing compassionate, person-centred support. You will advocate for patients and families, help people navigate complex decisions and services, and support safe, well-planned transitions of care.
About us
Marie Curie is the UKs leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-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 theyre 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.
Job description Job responsibilities
Role: Band 6 Social Worker
Hours: 30 hours per week, across 4 or 5 days
Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Location: Liverpool Hospice, community settings and local hospitals
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract
Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, Band 6 £39,959 - £48,117 per annum (pro rata), plus a whole range of Marie Curie benefits.
Travel: Regular travel across the service area; a driving licence is essential
What you will be doing
Complete holistic assessments and triage, agree person-centred outcomes, and review support as needs change. Contribute to discharge planning, liaising with hospice, community, hospital and external services so that people receive joined-up support. Provide psychological and emotional support, including sensitive conversations about death, dying, anticipatory grief and bereavement. Advocate for patients and families, signpost to specialist services and provide benefits advice where appropriate. Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, applying relevant legislation and guidance, including deprivation of liberty safeguards. Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and maintain clear, accurate and timely records. Maintain your professional registration and contribute to learning, reflective practice, audit and service improvement.
What were looking for
You will be a compassionate, organised and self-motivated Social Worker who can build trust, hold complex conversations with sensitivity, and manage a varied caseload across different care settings.
A degree in Social Work, or an equivalent recognised qualification, with current registration with the relevant professional body. Significant post-qualifying experience supporting patients and families affected by life-limiting or terminal illness. Knowledge and understanding of palliative and end-of-life care, bereavement and loss. Knowledge of relevant social work legislation, safeguarding and deprivation of liberty safeguards. Experience of assessment, care management and working within a multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication skills and confidence working both autonomously and collaboratively. Ability to organise your workload, meet deadlines and respond flexibly across hospice, community and hospital settings. A driving licence and the ability to travel throughout the local service area.
Desirable: a post-qualifying award and/or a counselling qualification recognised by the BACP.
Whats 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 15% discount in Marie Curie stores Life assurance for all employees
How to apply
Please submit your most recent CV outlining your relevant skills, experience and knowledge, how you meet the person specification, and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.
View the full job description: Social Worker Band 6
Advert closes: 22nd September 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 28 September
Informal enquiries: contact recruitment on [email protected]
Our commitment to you
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 our staff, volunteers, and everyone who uses or comes into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating a safe, supportive and rewarding place to work.
We believe 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.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via [email protected].
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS criminal record check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A degree in Social Work, or an equivalent recognised qualification, with current registration with the relevant professional body.
Experience Essential
Significant post-qualifying experience supporting patients and families affected by life-limiting or terminal illness. Knowledge and understanding of palliative and end-of-life care, bereavement and loss. Knowledge of relevant social work legislation, safeguarding and deprivation of liberty safeguards. Experience of assessment, care management and working within a multidisciplinary team.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Marie Curie
Address Marie Curie Liverpool Hospice
Liverpool
England
L25 8QA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)