Healthcare Assistant (Overnight Service) - Birmingham & Solihull


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	from £25,272 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	West Midlands, B2 4QA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	1 Oct 2026
Closing date:	22 Oct 2026

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Summary

Contract: Permanent or 12-month fixed-term, 37.5 hours per week. Shifts: Night shifts, 10:00 pm7:00 am, Monday to Sunday, including bank holidays. Salary: £25,272 per annum on the Marie Curie Band 2 pay scale (aligned with Agenda for Change), plus enhancements of up to 41% for nights and Saturdays, and up to 83% for Sundays and bank holidays. Location: Community-based across Birmingham and Solihull. What we are looking for Recent experience of providing care in a health or social care setting, with the confidence to support people with dignity, compassion and respect. An understanding of person-centred care, ideally in palliative or end-of-life settings, and a commitment to supporting people and those who matter to them. The ability to communicate with sensitivity and professionalism, and to recognise when concerns or changes in a persons condition should be escalated to the wider clinical team. A caring, adaptable and resilient approach, with the confidence to work independently as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team. Basic IT skills, including using email, online training platforms, mobile technology and care recording systems. An NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or an equivalent qualification, is desirable. A valid driving license, access to a vehicle with business insurance, and willingness to travel up to 25 miles from your home across Birmingham and Solihull. Benefits of joining Marie Curie as a Healthcare Assistant Enhanced pay for night shifts, weekends and public holidays. Mileage allowance of 55p per mile to support travel between community visits. Access to industry-leading training and ongoing learning to help you feel confident and supported in delivering high-quality end-of-life care. The opportunity to develop your skills as part of a compassionate, values-led team making a real difference to patients and families. Benefits Package Defined contribution schemes for Pension (the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%) Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Help with eyecare cost (T & Cs apply) Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme 15% discount in Marie Curie shops Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card What's in it for you Annual leave allowance - 27days plus 8 public holidays Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility) Continuous Professional development Industry leading training programmes Life Assurance Application Process Closing date for applications: 22 October 2026 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. Interviews: Anticipated to commence on 26 October 2026 For more information, please contact recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk Additional Information This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply. 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.

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