Carer at Little Bridge House Children's Hospice

About the Role

Join the compassionate care team at Little Bridge House, Barnstaple, Children's Hospice South West. This part-time position offers 25 to 40 hours per week with a flexible 12.5-hour shift pattern option, where you can specify your preferred hours when applying. The salary range is between £27,438 and £31,646 annually (full-time equivalent), with additional pay for night, weekend, and bank holiday shifts.

Our hospices are described by families as "happy, amazing, special and fun." Our staff share feelings of pride and fulfillment in making a meaningful difference for children with life-limiting conditions, providing respite, palliative, and bereavement care on a personalized, one-to-one basis. This allows strong bonds to be formed with children and their families both during hospice stays and in between visits, making this caring role deeply rewarding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized care to children with life-limiting conditions, complex needs, or chronic illnesses.
• Build supportive and trusting relationships with children and their families to enhance their hospice experience.
• Collaborate within a close-knit team to maintain a positive, homely, and well-equipped care environment at Little Bridge House.

Requirements

• Previous experience caring for children facing life-limiting or chronic health challenges.
• A compassionate and dedicated approach suited to the children's hospice setting.
• Commitment to team collaboration and ongoing professional growth.

What We Provide

• 33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with tenure.
• Generous sick pay scheme: up to 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay.
• Personal pension plan with employer contributions of 7%.
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity and adoption pay.
• Access to occupational health, wellbeing support, counseling, and employee assistance programs.
• Group life insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Commitment to environmentally responsible practices.
• A nurturing, inclusive, and supportive work atmosphere.
• The opportunity to make a significant positive impact on children's lives and their families.

Additional Information

Applicants should be aware that Children's Hospice South West is dedicated to safeguarding children and young people; therefore, all staff must obtain an enhanced DBS clearance. The organization welcomes applicants from all community sections.

Closing date for applications: 17 July 2026

Expected interview date: 27 July 2026

Note: The vacancy may close earlier if adequate suitable applications are received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.