Complementary Therapist
Sue Ryder St John’s Hospice, Moggerhanger, Bedford, MK44 3RJ
7.5 hours per week over two days (Ideally Wednesday and Thursdays)
£32,322- £36,428 Per annum, Pro rata (DoE) plus benefits


About the Role
All of our patients have life-limiting illnesses such as cancer, motor neurone disease, heart failure and COPD. You will be working closely alongside other members of the palliative care team and although palliative care experience is an advantage, it is not essential.

About you
Sue Ryder is looking to recruit an experienced Complementary Therapist to provide Aromatherapy massage and Reflexology. You will work closely with the Palliative Care Team based within the Hospice

Qualifications:
•A recognised accredited qualification relevant to your therapy, for example ITEC, VTEC, university diploma.
•Member of a recognised professional association affiliated to complementary therapy such as FHC
•Experience of working with patients with complex needs desirable
•Good listening skills and ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients and families

We’ll offer therapists in this role, regular reviews and emotional support from our small, friendly team. This is an opportunity to use your skills to support people at a difficult time, while developing your experience within a palliative healthcare environment.


About Us
Be there when it matters!
There has never been a more important time to provide high quality, specialist end-of-life care to support patients and their families.
Who are we:
• We are St John’s Hospice, in Moggerhanger, Bedfordshire.
• We are a CQC Outstanding rated hospice and provide compassionate and expert care in the hospice and the community.
• We are a close and supportive team looking to welcome new people and new ideas.
• We offer you the time to holistically care for your patients and their families.
• We offer palliative training and many educational opportunities.
• We have a peaceful environment surrounded by beautiful gardens, fields and visiting wildlife.
• Our aim at St Johns is to retain, support and develop our teams whilst providing outstanding care.

We are always eager to welcome potential candidates into the hospice for a visit either before applying or during the application process. Please do contact us to arrange a visit.

We have many other benefits:
• Company pension scheme (or a continuation of NHS pension*)
• 27 days holiday (pro rata) - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Corporate discount with hundreds of retailers and services
• Competitive enhanced pay for nights (30%), weekends (30%) & public holidays (60%)
• Staff discount of 10% on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org
• Cash referral bonus scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Free uniform
• Greatly subsidised hot and cold food from the in-house kitchen.
• Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities

For more of our employee benefits please visit our website: https://www.sueryder.org/jobs/why-work-for-sue-ryder

About Sue Ryder

Sue Ryder supports people through the most difficult times of their lives. Whether that’s a terminal illness, the loss of a loved one or a neurological condition - we’re there when it matters. Our doctors, nurses and carers give people the compassion and expert care they need to help them live the best life they possibly can.

If you want more than just a job, then we would love to hear from you.