Job summary
We have an opportunity for two Hospice Rapid Access Service Clinicians to join our multidisciplinary care team, based at our modern Fair Havens Hospice, overlooking beautiful Priory Park in Southend on Sea. We have full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Main duties of the job
The HRAS Clinician is responsible for supporting the safe and effective day-to-day delivery of the Hospice Rapid Access Service to provide holistic assessment, care planning, coordination and support for patients with life-limiting conditions, including those who are terminally ill or approaching the end of life. The role promotes independence, dignity and quality of life by offering practical and emotional support to patients and their carers, while ensuring care is responsive to changing needs and delivered to the highest possible standards.

About us
Working at Havens Hospices allows you to give the gift of time to patients and families, creating memories. Although you may not be giving direct care to our patients, your contribution will have a direct effect on our care services.

Details
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 327902
Closing date: 30 October 2026

Person specification

• Registered Professional (Nurse, Paramedic, AHP)
• Demonstrable experience of managing a nursing shift and teams of staff
• Demonstrable palliative care experience
• Significant experience in the delivery of end of life and palliative care or related disciplines
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team working
• Able to manipulate a range of clinical equipment to deliver patient care where there are narrow margins for error
• Ability to concentrate on clinical tasks, working methodically and paying attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle with business insurance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Competent in keyboard and IT skills, using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook

Contact
For further details or informal visits contact Paula Reid-Smart (Head of Adult Services) at preid-smart@havenshospices.org.uk or 01702 220350.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.