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’re recruiting for a Peer Support Officer to join our Companion Volunteer Team in the South-East of England. This is a hybrid working position covering the local community as such you’ll need to live in East Surrey. Hours: 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday, Day Shifts Contract: Fixed Term until 31.03.2026 (possibility of extension) As a Peer Support Officer, you’ll support the delivery and growth of Marie Curie’s portfolio of volunteer delivered services. You’ll have a can-do attitude, experience managing conflicting priorities and be an excellent self-motivator. This’ll be a busy and varied role, but main duties will include processing referrals, scheduling visits and calls, maintaining accurate records and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. As an integral part of the Companion Volunteer Team, you’ll need to be agile and adaptable, proactive, an excellent communicator, organised and experienced working within software packages. All members of the Companion Volunteer Team are expected to actively promote and support the wellbeing of people at end of life and the people closest to them. What we’re looking for: Good IT skills and experience using a range of software Strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent self-organisation and attention to detail A high level of resilience and an ability to remain calm in challenging situations Ability to use own initiative and to work independently and to manage a busy workload including multitasking between systems A good team player Respect for Marie Curie’s high standards An ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the role What's in it for you: Annual leave allowance 25 days plus 8 public holidays (pro-rated) Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave Continuous Professional development Industry leading training programmes Defined contribution schemes for Pension Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Introduce a friend scheme Help with eye care costs 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. Advert closes: 24 February 2025 For more information or an informal chat please contact Ashish Sharma on ashish.sharmamariecurie.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.