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 want a different society than the one we live in now. Our mission for the next five years is to close the gap in the number of people missing out on what they need at the end-of-life, through 3 ways:

• Growing and transforming our direct care and support
• Delivering more practical information and support
• Leading in shaping the end-of-life experience 

Your Role in Our Mission

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Ward Sister / Charge Nurse to lead and support our nursing team in delivering outstanding patient care.

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Ensure high standards of clinical practice

• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to staff

• Create and maintain a safe, caring environment for patients and their families

As part of the ward leadership team, you will also:

• Coordinate daily ward operations

• Manage resources effectively

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and professional development

Role Details

• Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week

• Shifts: Rotating day and night shifts 

• 07:00 – 19:30 or 19:00 – 07:30
• Monday to Sunday, including bank holidays

• Salary: Band 6 (£39,959 – £48,117 per annum) plus enhancements

• Location: Inpatient Unit, West Midlands Hospice, Solihull

What We are Looking For

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• A Registered Nurse qualification with current NMC registration

• Experience in a senior nursing role, ideally in acute or specialist settings

• Strong leadership and people management skills

• Excellent clinical knowledge and commitment to evidence-based practice

• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams

• Strong communication skills at all levels

• Evidence of continuous professional development, aligned with the NMC Code

• A proactive approach to decision-making and problem-solving under pressure

What We Offer

Benefits Package

• Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employer match

• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension

• Generous parental and sick leave policies

• Loan schemes for bikes, computers, and satellite navigation

• Support with eye care costs (terms apply)

• Access to Blue Light Card

• Discounts via the Benefit Hub Scheme

What’s in It for You

• Annual leave: 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)

• NHS-aligned annual leave (subject to eligibility)

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

• Access to industry-leading learning programmes

• Life assurance

• Competitive enhancements for unsocial hours

If you are passionate about leading high-quality care and want to make a meaningful difference at the end of life, we would love to hear from you.

Application Process 

To apply, please submit an online application and include a copy of your most recent CV detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie. 

Key Dates

• Advert Closing Date: 15 July 2026

• Interviews: Week Commencing 20 July 2026

To view the job description, please click here

For more information or an informal chat please contact [email protected]

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

At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone — staff and volunteers alike — supportive, inclusive and rewarding.  We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings.  We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at [email protected].

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you — your experience, perspective and voice.