Description Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness they’re likely to die from. The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives. We are recruiting for a Children and Young Person's Counsellor to join the team at Newcastle Hospice Salary : Marie Curie Pay Scale, aligned with AFC Band 6 – £37,338 - £44,962 per annum (pro rata) Hours/Contract: Permanent – Part Time – 30 hours per week (week days) Closing Date: 17 th January 2025 Interview Date : w/c 3rd February 2025 Marie Curie is focused on long-term, sustainable impact and our ambition is for people diagnosed with life limiting illness to be supported and to have the best possible end of life experience, including all the things that are important to people at the end of their life. As a post holder you will need to provide a flexible counselling service to children and young people facing grief and loss and provide support and advice to patients and carers in order that they feel able to support children and young people in their family. You will be working alongside the Bereavement Coordinator to Co-ordinate the Hospice’s Children and Young Person's Counselling Service. What we’re looking for: Degree/ Diploma in Child Counselling Member of BACP. Significant post-qualification Experience in counselling or equivalent Palliative care would be advantageous. Excellent organisational skills Be a UK licensed driver with access to a car and business insurance is essential What's in it for you: Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata) Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave Continuous Professional development Industry leading training programmes Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work Defined contribution schemes for Pension Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems Introduce a friend scheme Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme Life assurance – for all employees To view the job description please click here To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie. For more information or an informal chat please contact Talent Acquisition Advisor, Lisa Gair on lisa.gairmariecurie.org.uk Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one. We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity. We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitmentmariecurie.org.uk 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.