Complementary Therapist

30 hours per week (Flexibility around working hours would be considered)

We are searching for an exceptional Complementary Therapist who is experienced and passionate about delivering holistic care. Claire House is a unique working environment that enriches both personally and professionally. We are looking for an individual who, at their core, is kind, compassionate, resilient and enjoys working as part of a small-dedicated team.

We recognise that working with babies, children, young people and their families with a palliative care diagnosis is a unique skill set, so we are looking for an individual who understands the emotional and physical impact that this can have and can relate and work alongside our babies, children, young adults and families them in a meaningful manner.

We appreciate that working in a Children and young adult hospice is very different to that of the NHS and sometimes applicants are not sure whether their skill set will meet the needs of the post. We hold Claire House values central to our recruitment process. Therefore, shortlisted candidates are invited to spend time at Claire House during the interview process. This will consist of; having a tour of the hospice, spending time with a mix of hospice staff and service users to find out more about the role, having time to ask questions in a more relaxed environment. There will be a short interview, for which, each candidate will have time to consider the questions and reflect on their experiences to support their answers. This will be followed by a taster therapy to assess practical skills.

All Claire House employees receive a rewards and recognition package which includes, generous annual leave, life cover, free access to an Employee Assistance Program and counselling service, free parking, access to training and courses and in-house clinical supervision. We also offer additional payments for working regular weekends. You can also continue with your NHS superannuation scheme or join the Claire House pension scheme.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Complementary Therapist to work as part of a small, dedicated team to deliver complementary therapies in all Claire House settings: Wirral Hospice, Liverpool Day therapy unit and community to support babies, children, young people and their families, who have complex, palliative or end of life care needs.
We are looking for a candidate who can deliver appropriate complementary therapy treatments to meet the needs of the babies, children, young people and their families with a palliative care diagnosis.

Key skills for this role include experience of delivering appropriate complementary therapy treatments to babies, children, young people and their families ideally with complex or palliative care needs, ability to work in a small team, ability to work independently, excellent communication skills, ability to network with external and internal professionals, flexible and fun.
A full training package will be tailored to meet the individual. We also offer clinical supervision to ensure you maintain your resilience in this role.

Claire House is the place where you can make a real difference for children and families from across Merseyside, Cheshire and North Wales as well as a great place to develop your therapy career.

We can offer you:
• A commitment to help you learn, develop, and grow your career with us
• Significant opportunities for professional development and training
• Opportunity to maintain or develop clinical and therapeutic skills
• The chance to gain knowledge and expertise in transition, complex and palliative care

If this feels an exciting opportunity for you, please don’t hesitate to contact the below staff for further information.

Jane Marsden Complementary Therapy Coordinator Tel: 0151 334 4626 jane.marsden@clairehouse.org.uk
Or
Kate Tosney Complementary Therapy Coordinator. Tel: 0151 334 4626 kate.tosney@clairehouse.org.uk

If this sounds like the role for you, please read the job description here. Please apply using the this application form. Completed applications should be emailed to jobs@clairehouse.org.uk

Claire House wants to meet the aims and commitments set out in its equality policy and will appreciate your help and co-operation in completing the Equality and Diversity form here.

Closing date for applications: Monday 13th  January 2025

Interview date: Tuesday 28th January 2025

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This role requires an enhanced DBS check.

This organisation’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal opportunities and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Registered Charity No. 1004058