Job description

Job responsibilities

REGISTERED NURSE | Band 5 | £16.40 - £19.97 per hour

Part Time: working 22.5 hours per week (Shifts consisting of a mix of earlies, lates, and nights)

Location: Winsley, Wiltshire

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Dorothy House is an incredible place to work. Some of our benefits include:

WHAT WILL THE ROLE INVOLVE?

As a Registered Nurse, you will work as part of our specialist In-Patient Unit team to provide outstanding palliative and end of life care. Your responsibilities will include:

See our full detailed Job Description on our website for more information.

ABOUT YOU

If you're a caring and motivated Registered Nurse who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient-centred care, we hope this may be the role for you!

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application. Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews for the role will be conducted the first week of October.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * First Level Registered Nurse with active registration

Desirable

• * Teaching experience or relevant teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• * Experience delivering evidence-based nursing care
• * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when supporting patients with complex care needs
• * Demonstrating attributes that reflect care, compassion and willingness to support patients and their families through their end of life journey
• * Experience of medicines management and working effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• * Experience contributing to quality improvement, audit or service improvement activities

Desirable

• * Experience using clinical systems and Microsoft Office applications, including SystmOne
• * Knowledge of, or experience within, palliative care and end of life care services

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

Dorothy House Hospice

Address

Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2LE

Winsley

BA15 2LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

SPECIALIST OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - PALLIATIVE CARE | Band 6 | £20.44 - £24.61 per hour

Contract: Fixed Term of 9 months with the possibility of extension.

Part Time: 15 hours per week (ideally the middle / end of the week).

Location: Winsley, Wiltshire - working across our community (occasional remote working agreed)

WHY THIS ROLE?

Are you an Occupational Therapist looking to specialise in palliative care and help people live as fully and independently as possible? Do you want to work as part of an innovative multidisciplinary team where your expertise can make a lasting difference to patients and families facing life-limiting illness?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled therapy team, working across hospice and community services to provide specialist occupational therapy assessments, goal-focused interventions and practical support. You'll work alongside nurses, physiotherapists, doctors, counsellors and other allied health professionals, helping to shape innovative palliative care services while championing a holistic rehabilitative approach.

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Dorothy House is an incredible place to work, these are just a few of our benefits that we offer to our staff:

As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will be an integral member of our multidisciplinary team, providing specialist occupational therapy support for patients with complex palliative care needs. Your responsibilities will include:

ABOUT YOU

If you're a compassionate Occupational Therapist who enjoys working autonomously, values holistic care and is passionate about helping people live well despite complex illness, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application! Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Degree qualification in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist

Experience

Essential

• * A demonstrable interest in palliative care and understanding of rehabilitative palliative care
• * Post-graduate experience working with relevant client groups
• * Experience assessing complex physical conditions, setting goals and developing treatment plans
• * Evidence of working as an autonomous practitioner
• * Experience working effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• * Demonstrates an extended scope of practice or shows willingness to develop through further training

Desirable

• * Experience supervising staff, students or volunteers
• * Experience delivering education and training
• * Experience working with community partners and external organisations

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

Dorothy House Hospice

Address

Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2LE

Winsley

BA15 2LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

SENIOR RESEARCHER IN SUPPORTIVE AND PALLIATIVE CARE | £52,000 - £62,000 per annum (pro rata)

Part Time - 30 hours over 4 days a week (Monday to Friday). Location: Winsley, Wiltshire (Hybrid working agreed)

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Dorothy House is an incredible place to work, these are just a few of our benefits that we offer to our staff:

ABOUT YOU

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior researcher who is passionate about evidence-based healthcare, collaborative research, knowledge mobilisation and improving outcomes for people approaching the end of life.

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application! Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews for this role will be aimed to be held week commencing 28th September 2026.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Doctoral qualification (PhD or Professional Doctorate) in health and social care, psychology, public health or a related discipline, or equivalent senior-level research experience

Desirable

• * Professional registration with a relevant professional body

Experience

Essential

• * Demonstrable experience designing, conducting and delivering research within supportive, palliative or end of life care settings
• * Experience developing successful research funding applications and contributing to, or leading, grant submissions
• * Track record of disseminating research through peer-reviewed publications, conferences or formal reports
• * Experience leading complex research projects, including governance, budget management and delivery of outcomes
• * Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate across healthcare, academic and public sectors
• * Knowledge of research governance, ethics and Good Clinical Practice within health or social care research

Desirable

• * Experience conducting research within a hospice or community palliative care setting
• * Experience of line management, supervision, mentoring or developing staff and students
• * Experience working with Higher Education Institutions, NIHR infrastructure or research networks

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorothy House Hospice

Address

Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2LE

Winsley

BA15 2LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

COMMUNITY CARE WORKER

Band 3 | £13.17 - £14.05 per hour + unsociable hour enhancements

Both Full Time & Part time opportunities available

Location: Community-based

Our Hospice at Home service provides packages of care to help people remain at home in the later stages of their life. Full training provided and no experience needed!

If you are a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding new challenge, or perhaps looking to start a carer in care, then this is for you!

WHERE WILL I BE WORKING?

Our carers are community based and will occasionally work at our Winsley Hospice. This means that you will be expected to travel anywhere within our geographical catchment area, so access to your own vehicle is essential. (You will be reimbursed for your mileage at our agreed rate.) Where possible, we try to keep you working in your local area, however, this is not always possible so a degree of flexibility is sometimes needed.

We provide care both across the day and overnight 365 days a year. We are currently recruiting for Day Carers who can work shifts that cover our 07:00 - 22:00 care needs, including alternate weekends.

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Dorothy House is an incredible place to work. Some of our benefits include:

We are currently looking for Community Carer Workers to join our fantastic Hospice at Home team.

ABOUT YOU

No health or social care experience needed!

Although any previous experience of working in care would be an advantage. We are happy to consider anyone from any background, so long as they can demonstrate empathy and compassion with the passion to learn and develop.

Due to the nature of the role, you will need a full UK drivers licence with access to a vehicle.

Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role. Candidates must be able to provide an existing proof of right to work in the UK.

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application. Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• N/A - Due to the nature of the role, you will need a full UK drivers licence with access to a vehicle.

Experience

Essential

• Although any previous experience of working in care would be an advantage. We are happy to consider anyone from any background, so long as they can demonstrate empathy and compassion with the passion to learn and develop.

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

Dorothy House Hospice

Address

Trowbridge, BA14 8EQ

Trowbridge

BA14 8EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

FAMILY SUPPORT ASSISTANT PRACTITIONER | Band 4 | £28,392 - £31,157

Full Time - working 35 hours over 5 days per week (a job share would also be considered)

Location: Winsley, Wiltshire (with hybrid working agreed)

WHY THIS ROLE?

Are you passionate about supporting people through some of life's most difficult experiences? Do you have the compassion, emotional resilience and interpersonal skills to help patients, families, carers and bereaved individuals feel heard, supported and understood?

This rewarding role combines emotional support, care coordination, bereavement support and community engagement. Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll manage a small caseload, facilitate wellbeing and bereavement groups, support families throughout their hospice journey and help people build resilience during challenging times.

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Dorothy House is an incredible place to work. Some of our benefits include:

As a Family Support Assistant Practitioner, you will work as part of our specialist Family Support Team to provide compassionate support and guidance to patients, families and carers. Your responsibilities will include:

ABOUT YOU

If you are a compassionate individual who enjoys supporting others and building meaningful relationships, you'll find this role incredibly rewarding both professionally and personally.

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application. Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews for this role will be held at the beginning of September 2026.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in health, social care, counselling, mental health or a related field

Desirable

• * Experience providing person-centred support to patients, families, carers or vulnerable individuals
• * Experience undertaking assessments, triage, referrals or identifying support needs
• * Ability to identify, manage and appropriately escalate safeguarding, wellbeing or risk concerns
• * Able to work independently, maintain accurate records and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Experience

Essential

• * Experience within hospice, palliative care, bereavement, family support or mental health services
• * Training or experience in counselling skills, bereavement support, group facilitation or trauma-informed practice

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

Dorothy House Hospice

Address

Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2LE

Winsley

BA15 2LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

SPECIALTY DOCTOR

Pay: 2021 SAS Contract pay scale (based on years of experience)

Contact: Part Time - working 24 hours a week (working pattern to be discussed - occasional weekend working and first medical on call will be required). Candidates looking for just 8 or 16 hours a week would be considered.

Term: This is a Fixed Term contract working until the end of September 2027

Location: Based at our hospice in Winsley, Wiltshire (with same travel across our community as needed)

WHY THIS ROLE?

This is a unique opportunity to join Dorothy House and help shape the future of specialist palliative and end of life care across Bath, North-East Somerset and Wiltshire.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Specialty Doctor to join our Medical Team, on a fixed term, part-time basis providing expert palliative care across inpatient, outpatient and community services.

Whether you are already working in palliative medicine or have experience in a related specialty such as general medicine, geriatrics, oncology or general practice, we would love to hear from doctors who share our values of We Care, We Connect, We Create

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Dorothy House is an incredible place to work. Some of our benefits include:

WHAT WILL THE ROLE INVOLVE?

As a Specialty Doctor, you will play a key role in delivering specialist palliative medical care as part of our multidisciplinary team. Your responsibilities will include:

See our full detailed Job Description on our website for more information.

ABOUT YOU

The role would be well suited to compassionate doctor who values holistic, person-centred care and wants to make a meaningful difference to patients and families, and wishes to gain more experience in palliative medicine - there will be the opportunity to learn more about palliative medicine during this role. The role would be well suited to a doctor who already has experience working in palliative medicine, general practice, general medicine or oncology.

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application. Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews will take place at the end of August 2026.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• * Primary Medical Qualification recognised by the GMC, with full GMC Registration and Licence to Practise

Experience

Essential

• * Significant medical experience including specialist palliative medicine experience, which may include oncology, geriatric medicine or general medicine
• * Experience of multidisciplinary working and contributing to complex MDT discussions
• * Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills, with experience of symptom control and palliative care principles
• * Excellent communication skills with a compassionate, person-centred approach and the ability to manage emotionally demanding situations
• * Commitment to clinical governance, quality improvement, patient safety and delivering best practice care

Desirable

• * Formal teaching, training or education experience

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

Dorothy House Hospice

Address

Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2LE

Winsley

BA15 2LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)