About this role
Job summary
Marie Curie continues to deliver compassionate end of life care across Plymouth through a strong partnership with University Hospitals Plymouth, supporting patients at Derriford Hospital and Mount Gould Hospital. Together, our teams play a vital role in providing comfort, dignity and person centred care to patients and their families at an incredibly important time.
As this valued service continues to grow, were now looking to expand our team with dedicated Registered Nurses who have experience in palliative and/or end of life care, and who share our commitment to delivering compassionate, high quality support.
This is an opportunity to join an established, collaborative service working across hospital settings, where teamwork, empathy and meaningful connections are at the heart of everything we do. You'll be part of a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team, making a real difference to people when it matters most.
If you're an experienced care professional who is passionate about end of life care and wants to be part of a trusted partnership serving the Plymouth community, wed love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 5 Registered Nurse with Marie Curie at University Hospitals Plymouth, you'll provide compassionate, person-centred care to patients approaching the end of life and their loved ones within the hospital setting. You'll deliver hands-on nursing care, conduct holistic assessments, and develop tailored care plans to meet individual needs. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you'll support timely transfers to preferred places of care, ensure high standards of documentation and communication, and maintain dignity and respect for patients at all times.
Your role will also involve advance care planning, effective symptom management, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. By joining this pioneering partnership, youll help shape the future of end-of-life care in Plymouth, making a meaningful difference during life's most challenging moments.
About us
Marie Curie, in partnership with University Hospitals Plymouth, is delivering an innovative service to transform end-of-life care in Plymouth. With only a handful of positions remaining, this is your chance to be part of a truly impactful service that focuses on identifying and supporting patients as they approach the end of their lives.
Job description Job responsibilities
Role: Band 5 Registered Nurse
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week
Location: University Hospitals Plymouth (on-site) or Mount Gould Hospital (on -site)
Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale - Band 5 (aligned with AFC) £32,073 - £39,043 (pro rata), plus enhancements, and a whole list of Marie Curie employee benefits.
What were looking for:
Registered Nurse on NMC Register Experience in a palliative/End of Life care setting Be person-centred and compassionate when caring for the person and those important to them Ability to develop and evaluate care management plans alongside other healthcare professionals that meets the complex needs of the person, and those important to them Proven understanding of the barriers and enablers to good communication and how challenges can be overcome Ability to remain calm in stressful situations Flexibility to provide care in the area with the most needAdditional information
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 employeesFor more information, please contact [email protected]
Advert closes: 9th June 2026
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 [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.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse on the NMC register
Experience Essential
Experience in a relevant care setting, ideally in palliative/End of Life care
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 University Hospitals Plymouth
Plymouth
England
PL6 8DH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)