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Everyone at Severn Hospice cares passionately about what we do and that makes working here something very special.
Our vacancies will suit a diverse range of professionals within and outside of clinical services – and whichever role you take up, you will be part of a team making a real difference to people’s lives.
Benefits of working for us
Caring is at the heart of everything we do and that includes caring for those who work for us. Our benefits package includes:
- Generous leave entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme (or NHS pension for those already contributing) * Clinical Only *
- Subsidised meals and use of canteen
- Cash Health Plan
- Well-being and staff support framework
- Staff eligible for Blue Light scheme
- Free car parking
- Death in Service
Here are some of our key policies for more information:
Current vacancies
See below for current vacancies, job descriptions and to apply online. You can save your application online for up to 30 days.
If you’d like to apply using a paper form, please contact HR on 01743 236565 or email hr@severnhospice.org.uk
We are a Disability Confident Committed employer. This is a government-supported scheme that supports us to make the most of the talents that people with disability can bring to our workplace. The scheme helps us recruit and retain skilled people from the widest possible pool of talent; and improve employee morale and commitment by demonstrating that we treat all of our people fairly.
Our shops have been recognised as among the best in the country after being named Outstanding Charity Retailer of the Year by the sector’s Retail Association. Charity Retail Association CEO Robin Osterley said: “Severn Hospice has shown yet again that their charity shops are among the best in the country. They were named Charity Retailer of the Year in previous years and it is testament to their commitment that they have once again taken the title. It is something they should justifiably be very proud of. Congratulations!”
Fundraising Manager
£38,250 – £42,500 per annum depending on experience
37.5 hours per week
Telford
Severn Hospice is one of the region’s leading charities, caring for people living with incurable illness across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and Mid Wales and we are seeking a motivated, dedicated and compassionate fundraising professional to join our all-important income generation team.
As part of a team responsible for generating the £2 of every £3 we need to spend on care, you will manage a number of fundraising areas including community, event and corporate fundraising.
Being a strategic thinker you will be instrumental in developing our ambitious and innovative fundraising strategy and lead the implementation of robust annual fundraising plans and programmes to facilitate growth that will fund our care.
As a strong and empathetic leader, you will empower, inspire and support your team, that works together with pride, to perform at their best and for long term success.
Just like our care, our relationships with supporters are individual. With your exceptional interpersonal skills and intuition, you will develop and nurture long-term support and strengthen our network by personalised stewardship throughout an engaging supporter journey.
You will also be experienced in managing budgets, financial forecasting and reporting and have a good understanding of data management.
Severn Hospice is such a rewarding place to work- if you’re dynamic, highly organised and a strong team-player with a passion for making a real difference by raising funds for our caring services we’d love you to get in touch.
Job Description and Person Specification: Fundraising Manager
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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Lottery Manager
£35,388 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Telford
Severn Hospice is one of the region’s leading and much-loved local charity providing specialist care for people living with incurable illness, and we are looking for an experienced, highly motivated and organised individual who wants to make a real difference by raising funds for our caring services.
Our weekly lottery and seasonal raffles are a significant contributor to our caring funds, and with your strategic thinking and strong commercial knowledge you will oversee the development, management and operations of all associated campaigns and activities.
As part of a team responsible for generating the £2 of every £3 we need to spend on care, you will be target-driven, have experience of managing budgets and will develop and implement strategies to grow player participation, retention and engagement to maximise net contribution.
Just like our care, our relationships with supporters are individual and with your great interpersonal skills and empathetic manner you will build relationships and strengthen our network of supporters.
You’ll also have good understanding of relevant regulation policies and codes of conduct, be comfortable in data management, and be able to work in accordance with the Gambling Act 2005.
Being a strong leader, you will manage, inspire and support a busy, ambitious and highly performing lottery team of staff and volunteers to raise funds and support.
Severn Hospice is such a rewarding place to work and if you’re an experienced professional, with long-term vision, creative thinking and a passion for supporting a local cause we’d love you to get in touch.
Job Description and Person Specification: Lottery Manager
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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Registered Nurse
£28,407 – £34,581 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Telford
If you are a caring, compassionate individual looking for a new challenge or freshly qualified wanting to build a solid foundation then we want to hear from you.
Working at Severn Hospice you are given time to care.
Caring is what we do best, and this includes caring for people in a supportive, fulfilling and friendly environment.
As part of our compassionate and expert clinical team you’ll be working in a highly rewarding area of nursing on our Telford ward.
At Severn Hospice we offer:
- Excellent professional and personal development opportunities with our on-site skills lab and Education team
- Flexible Shift patterns – Early/ Late Shifts (8hrs) or Long Days
- Good staff to patient ratio (1:4)
- Continuation of NHS pension scheme
- Free onsite parking
If you would like to be part of something special please get in touch.
Job Description and Person Specification: Registered Nurse
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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Healthcare Assistant
£23,634 – £24,336 per annum pro rata
22.5 – 37.5 hours per week
Telford
If you are a kind and compassionate individual looking for a new challenge or change in direction then we want to hear from you.
Working at Severn Hospice you are given time to care.
Caring is what we do best, and this includes caring for people in a supportive, fulfilling and friendly environment.
Working as part of our compassionate and expert clinical team you’ll be working in a highly rewarding area of nursing on our Telford ward with the support of a multi-disciplinary team and access to holistic care.
At Severn Hospice we offer:
- Excellent professional and personal development opportunities with our on-site skills lab and Education team
- Flexible Shift patterns – Early/ Late Shifts (8hrs) or Long Days
- Good staff to patient ratio (1:4)
- Continuation of NHS pension scheme
- Free onsite parking
Job Description and Person Specification: Healthcare Assistant
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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Cafe Assistant
£11,898 / £14,872 per annum
20 / 25 hours per week
Shrewsbury
Our Refresh Café has the community at its heart, and we are looking for someone who cares about great food and exceptional service to join our team.
With your positive and flexible approach, you will thrive in a busy customer-focused environment. You’ll be trained in making the perfect barista quality coffees and with your eye for detail will primarily take orders, deliver well-presented food and beverages to customers and help with general kitchen duties.
Refresh is about so much more than tea and cake and it’s the personal touches that count. Being a friendly individual with great interpersonal skills you will provide warm and welcoming experiences for all.
With your can-do attitude you will also be confident in the handling of cash and card payments and work to high levels of cleanliness and food safety standards.
If you’re passionate about providing the highest levels of hospitality and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Description and Person Specification: Cafe Assistant
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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Refresh on the Road Events & Cafe Assistant
£8,923 per annum
15 hours per week
Shrewsbury
Our Refresh Café has the community at its heart, and we are looking for someone who cares about great food and exceptional service to join our team.
With your positive and flexible attitude, you will primarily help take our Refresh pop-up café on the road to local outside venues, events and festivals.
You’ll be trained in making the perfect barista quality coffees and with your attention to detail will deliver well-presented food and beverages to customers, both at events and the café at Bicton.
Refresh is about so much more than tea and cake and with your great customer service skills you will provide warm and welcoming experiences.
With your can-do attitude you will be confident in the handling of cash and card payments and work to high levels of cleanliness and food safety standards.
If you want provide the highest levels of hospitality and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
* Please note this role will involve early starts and late finishes when working on events and will involve working Saturday and Sundays *
Job Description and Person Specification: Refresh on the Road Events and Cafe Assistant
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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Community Shop Manager
£22,308 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Bishops Castle
Our shops are at the heart of our local communities and we’re looking for a committed, dynamic and motivated Community Shop Manager to join our retail team based at our shop in Bishops Castle.
Our network of community shops generates over £1 million of income so we can care for patients living with incurable illness across Shropshire, Telford &Wrekin and Mid Wales.
If you love the buzz of a thriving community high street, have a passion for great customer service, are target driven and want to make a real difference in your local community, we’d love you to get in touch.
As the manager, you will be at the forefront of creating a high-quality shopping experience, embracing commercial opportunities to maximise income and take pride in delivering exceptional service to our generous and loyal supporters.
With strong leadership and people skills you will also coordinate, support, inspire and empower a fabulous team of staff and volunteers.
Being part of our retail team is fun, busy and most of all rewarding. This is a great opportunity to further develop your retail skills whilst helping people in the local community.
Be part of something special – take a look at the job description and apply today.
Job Description and Person Specification: Community Shop Manager
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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Assistant Community Shop Manager
£8,923 per annum
15 hours per week
Whitchurch
Our shops are at the heart of our local community and we have a vacancy for an Assistant Community Shop Manager at our Whitchurch store.
If you’re passionate about great customer service, love all things retail and want to use your skills to make a real difference in your local community, we’d love you to apply.
Our network of community shops raise over £1 million of vital funds so we can care for patients living with incurable illness across Shropshire, Telford &Wrekin and Mid-Wales.
As Assistant Community Shop Manager you’ll use your creative flare, organisation skills and enthusiastic approach to support the Community Shop Manager in general day-to-day activities, maximise income, create memorable shopping experiences and support and inspire the fabulous team of volunteers.
You’ll also be one of the friendly faces of the hospice and play an important role in raising awareness of our local services within the community we serve.
Being part of our retail team is fun, busy and most of all rewarding.
The compassion we show in our care extends to everything we do. We offer a supportive working environment and are committed to developing talent within our teams, with career progression opportunities.
Be part of something special – take a look at the job description and apply today.
Job Description and Person Specification: Assistant Community Shop Manager
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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Bank Registered Nurses – Shrewsbury and Telford Wards
£16.33 per hour excluding nightshift premium (where applicable).
Bank Hours are worked by mutual agreement when the Hospice has a shortfall in the service.
Working as part of a flexible nursing team, you will play a key role in maintaining a high standard of patient care including support for the patients’ relatives.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential in these roles.
A DBS Check will be required.
Job Description and Person Specification: Bank RGN Application Pack
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