Marie Curie
As & When Clinical Nurse Specialist - Dementia Pathways Project
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Marie Curie: Dementia Awareness, Training & Advance Care Planning Project Co-ordinator (Cardiff & Vale)
Company 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, delivering:
- Community nursing and hospice care across all four UK nations
- Information and support on dying, death, and bereavement
- Research pushing boundaries to improve quality of life for those facing terminal illnesses
Currently, only 10% of dying people receive the care they need, leaving one in four terminally ill individuals unsupported. Over the next five years, our mission is to eliminate this gap through:
- Growing and transforming direct care
- Delivering practical support and information
- Shaping the future of end-of-life experiences
Role Overview & Responsibilities
Marie Curie is recruiting experienced professionals for a non-traditional, project-based role within the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. This is a fixed-term, 9-month position designed to:
✔ Design, develop, and deliver dementia awareness training for non-clinical staff ✔ Support advance care planning conversations by fostering shared understanding ✔ Act as an ambassador for Marie Curie’s dementia and palliative care work ✔ Attend events and conferences, presenting best practice ✔ Advocate for improved dementia care across Wales
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Core project focus: Improve dementia and advance care planning capabilities in non-clinical settings.
Contract & Flexibility
- "As & When" flexible working pattern, ideal for those seeking supplementary shifts
- Fixed-term 9-month contract, time-limited for project success
- Flexible schedules aligned with Cardiff & Vale Health Board timings
- Requires a valid UK driving licence and access to an insurable vehicle
Ideal candidates:
- Professionals currently employed seeking flexible opportunities
- Recently retired or semi-retired clinicians with relevant expertise
- Advocates for system-wide improvement in dementia and end-of-life care
Required Qualifications & Attributes
We seek applicants who:
- Have experience in dementia care and/or palliative care
- Deliver training sessions and facilitate learning effectively
- Have strong communication and engagement skills
- Show passion for improving life for dementia patients and families
- Are flexible, mobile, and willing to travel across the Health Board area
Remit & Goals
This role has no clinical caseload responsibility and is rooted in education, engagement, and systemic impact.
Why Marie Curie
Salary & Conditions
- Hourly rate aligned to ACF Clinical Pay Scale Band 6 (£20.74–£24.98/hour)
- Total duration: Fixed term (9 months)
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Core Benefits
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27 days annual leave + 8 public holidays
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Deferred compensation eligibility for career progression
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Pension schemes (Marie Curie Group Personal Pension)
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Loan schemes for gear (bikes, computers, SAT NAV)
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Incentives: Season-ticket loan, clinical discount programmes, blue light card, life assurance
Logistical Support
Based at Marie Curie Cardiff & the Vale Hospice
Application Process
Deadlines & Next Steps
- Applications close: 15th July 2026
- Interviews: Dates to be confirmed
To apply, submit a CV and application form (review job details first). Priority applications only.
Continuous review if strong candidates apply prior to the deadline.
Contact
For support, email talentacquisition@mariecurie.org.uk before applying.
Our Values & Environmental Commitment
Marie Curie’s decisions are guided by:
- Inclusivity: We support diversity (cultural, professional, lived experience)
- Safeguarding: Equality policies place wellbeing as a priority
- Sustainability: Embedding responsibility into every action
All applications receive individualised feedback from our recruitment team.
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If you’re seeking a flexible, impactful profession to pioneer dementia and end-care improvements, join us at Marie Curie. Apply today.
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