Service: Patient Family Support

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Job Title

Social Worker

Location

Cross-Site

Salary

Hospice Band 6, £39,388 – £46,580 Pro rata, Competency Based Framework

Hours

30 hours over 4 days

Contract

Permanent

Introduction

At Moya Cole Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses.

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join our Patient and Family Support Team, working across our Little Hulton and Heald Green sites to support people living with a life limiting illness, and those close to them.

The Role

As part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist palliative social work interventions that place the individual at the centre of care. You will bring professional expertise, emotional insight, and a commitment to supporting what matters most to patients and families.

You will:

• Deliver specialist social work assessments and interventions in both inpatient and community settings.
• Provide compassionate, person centred support to patients, families and carers navigating complex emotional, practical and safeguarding needs.
• Offer expert guidance to colleagues on social work practice, legislation and safeguarding.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, counsellors, chaplaincy and other professionals to ensure coordinated, safe and effective care.
• Build strong relationships with external agencies to advocate for individuals’ rights, wishes and outcomes.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, education and innovation within the hospice.

Requirements

You will be a committed and compassionate Social Worker who brings both professional expertise and a genuine passion for supporting people.

You will have:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Masters/Degree/DipSW) and registration with Social Work England.
• Significant post qualifying experience, ideally including work within palliative care, health, adult social care or another complex setting.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and assessment skills, with the ability to work sensitively and collaboratively.
• A sound understanding of relevant legislation, including the Mental Capacity Act, Care Act and safeguarding frameworks.
• Confidence in managing complex information and maintaining accurate electronic records.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and use initiative to prioritise work.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development in line with Social Work England requirements.

If this sounds like the next step in your social work career, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted meals on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click HERE to apply. 

Please contact Joanne Rhodes on 0161 498 3669 or email joanne.rhodes@moyacole.org.uk if more information is required.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS Check at the level appropriate to the role, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing date: 6th April 2026

Interview date: 17th April 2026

Job Title

Counsellor

Location

Cross-Site: Heald Green and Little Hulton

Salary

£30,869- £37,577 pro-rata

Band 5, Competency Based Framework

Hours

30 hours per week over 4 days

Contract

Permanent

Introduction

At Moya Cole Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses.

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Job Summary

The Role

The Counsellor will:

• Assessment, planning and delivery of counselling and theraputic interventions to a consistently high standard in the context of specialist palliative and supportive care.
• Foster good working relationships and communicate with members of the multi-disciplinary team, other healthcare professional and users of the service to ensure the delivery of high standards of effective specialist palliative and supportive care.
• Act in accordance with The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Requirements

The Counsellor will have:

• A Diploma or equivalent (Level 4) in Counselling.
• Post qualifying experience of working in a health, or social care setting.
• Awareness of the importance of self-care.
• A knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance (e.g. Mental Capacity and Safeguarding).
• A good standard of computer literacy.
• Access to a vehicle to enable independent travel between hospice sites
• A commitment to continuous professional development in accordance with the organisation’s Competency Framework.

The Counsellor will be able to demonstrate:

• In-depth knowledge of bereavement care.
• Experience of working with loss and bereavement in a counselling context.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Organisational and time management skills.
• Understanding and commitment to working within the code of practice and ethical framework of the relevant professional body (BACP).
• An awareness of the importance of self-care when working with loss.
• The ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted meals on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click HERE to apply.

Please contact Patrick Clark, Senior Counsellor, on 0161 498 3668 for more information.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard/Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing date: 1st October 2025

Interview date: 14th October 2025

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Have you got what it takes?

• Are you an experienced Counsellor with skills in palliative care?
• Can you demonstrate experience and knowledge in safeguarding adults?
• You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
• Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

“The team here is truly committed to making every day special which is partly what makes St Ann’s such a unique place to work.”

Peter O’Brien, Chaplaincy Support Coordinator

Contract: We are pleased to be able to offer this post as a part-time permanent position

Salary: St Ann’s Band 5: £28,776 – £34,581 pro rata, per annum Competency Based Framework

Working pattern: 30 hours per week, over 4 days

Based at:  Heald Green/Little Hulton/ Cross Site

Free Car Parking at both St Ann’s Sites

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals. If you’re looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply: To apply please  Click here

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Please contact Patrick Clark on 0161 498 3668 for an informal chat.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Closing date: Thursday 11th Jan 2024

Interview date: Thursday 18th Jan 2024

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

*Please note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Have you got what it takes?

• Are you an experienced Social Worker with skills in palliative care social work?
• Can you demonstrate experience and knowledge in safeguarding adults?
• You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
• Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

Contract: We are pleased to be able to offer this post as a part-time permanent position

Salary: St Ann’s Band 6 (£37,127 – £41,394) pro rata, Competency Based Framework

Working pattern: 22.50 hours per week (Wednesday-Friday).

Based at:  Cross Site (Heald Green & Little Hulton)

Free Car Parking at both St Ann’s sites.

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals. If you’re looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Lisa Corbett on 07957642978 for an informal chat.

How to apply: To apply please  Click here

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Closing date: 3rd July 2023

Interview date: 11th July 2023