Job summary

Would you like to be part of an Outstanding-rated hospice team, providing compassionate care that makes a genuine difference to patients and those important to them?

Nothing we do is possible without our brilliant team, whose commitment, drive and determination keeps Wigan & Leigh Hospice going.

In your role as finance officer, you will work with the Head of Finance to provide finance support and advice to colleagues across the hospice, ensuring we make the most of every penny we raise.

Your attention to detail and technical expertise is essential to maintain high standards of financial integrity at the hospice.

This is an exciting time to be joining the team as we focus on developing our financial systems and processes, making the most of the technology on offer. As finance officer you will have a key role to play in making these changes.

Youll also be joining a vibrant, committed and driven team who get to see, first-hand, the impact the hospice has on people living in Wigan and Leigh and how we make a difference.

Salary: £32,073-£39,043 per annum***

***Appointments are normally made at point one of the salary scale, in line with the organisations pay policy. A higher starting salary may be considered where the successful candidate demonstrates relevant experience, skills and competencies for the role.

Working Pattern: This is a full-time role of 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am 4.30pm.

Closing date: Monday 14th September at 9am

Interview Date: Wednesday 23 September

Main duties of the job

What are we looking for?

• A positive, approachable and motivated individual who is willing to work to support others.
• Someone with strong finance experience and a solutions-focussed approach to their work.
• A collaborator, who will work with colleagues from across the hospice to support them.
• A values driven individual, who is committed to upholding the hospices values of Compassion, Accessibility, Respect and Excellence

Why join us?

At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to our people. We know that when our staff feel valued, supported and empowered, they can provide the highest standard of care to the patients and families who rely on us.

As part of our team, you'll benefit from a rewarding working environment and a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security and professional development, including:

• A warm, welcoming and supportive workplace.
• 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with length of service.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Subsidised lunches.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Discounts on shopping, leisure and holidays.
• Access to an on-demand GP service.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan.
• Life Assurance.
• A wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives.

If you are an existing member of the NHS Pension Scheme, your membership may be transferable to this post, provided pension contributions have been made within the previous 12 months.

About us

Please note: Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK and will be required to provide evidence of this before taking up the post.

Successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check as part of the pre-employment screening process

If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We appreciate the time and effort taken to apply and thank you for your interest in joining our team.

About us

For more than 40 years, Wigan & Leigh Hospice has supported people living with life-limiting illnesses and those important to them across our local community.

As an independent charity, we provide specialist palliative and end-of-life care tailored to the needs of each individual.

Our services support people physically, emotionally, socially and spiritually, helping them achieve the best possible quality of life while ensuring dignity, comfort and choice remain at the centre of their care.

Job summary

Role: People Manager

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £49,387 £56,515 per annum (progression across a 4-point scale)

Closing date: Monday 14th September at 5:00pm

Interview Date: Thursday 24th September

Appointments are normally made at Point 1 of the salary scale, in line with the organisations pay policy. A higher starting salary may be considered where the successful candidate demonstrates exceptional experience, skills and competencies directly relevant to the role.

Would you like to be part of an Outstanding-rated hospice team, providing compassionate care that makes a genuine difference to patients and those important to them?

As the People Manager, you will lead and develop the hospices approach to supporting our employees and volunteers, ensuring we provide a highquality, compliant and valuesdriven service. You will lead a small, dedicated team and act as a trusted advisor to managers and senior leaders on complex people issues, workforce and volunteer planning, organisational development, employment practice and peoplerelated risk.

This is an opportunity to:

• Make a real difference to the experience of our employees and volunteers
• Lead continuous improvement and strengthen governance across our people practices
• Build confidence and capability in our managers through coaching, guidance and training
• Promote an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to deliver excellent hospice care

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced and confident people professional who combines strong HR expertise with effective leadership and the ability to influence and support senior stakeholders. You will be comfortable handling complex people issues, driving improvement and building capability across the organisation.

Working Pattern

This is a full-time role of 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am 4.30pm. Hybrid working is available, with a balance of on-site and remote working.

As part of our team, you'll benefit from a rewarding working environment and a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security and professional development, including:

• A warm, welcoming and supportive workplace.
• 35 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with length of service.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Subsidised lunches.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Discounts on shopping, leisure and holidays.
• Access to an on-demand GP service.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan.
• Life Assurance.
• A wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives.

If you are an existing member of the NHS Pension Scheme, your membership may be transferable to this post, provided pension contributions have been made within the previous 12 months.

About us

At Wigan & Leigh Hospice, our people are at the heart of everything we do.Together, we deliver outstanding specialist care and support to people living with life-limiting illnesses and those important to them.

We are proud to be rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), reflecting the dedication, expertise and compassion of our colleagues and volunteers.

Our values: Compassion, Accessibility, Respect and Excellence - are at the heart of everything we do.

Please submit an up-to-date CV together with a supporting statement of no more than two pages, outlining how you meet the essential criteria for the role as set out in the Person Specification.

Please note: Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK and will be required to provide evidence of this before taking up the post.

Successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check as part of the pre-employment screening process.

If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We appreciate the time and effort taken to apply and thank you for your interest in joining our team.

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