St Luke's Hospice Plymouth

St Luke's Hospice Plymouth is an independent charity dedicated to providing specialized care and support to individuals in Plymouth, South West Devon, and East Cornwall who are facing life-limiting illnesses. They believe in the dignity of every person and strive to ensure that they receive high-quality end-of-life care, regardless of their location. St Luke's Hospice operates a multi-disciplinary team of professionals, including doctors, nurses, social workers, and occupational therapists, who offer care both at home and at their specialist unit at Turnchapel.

The organization is committed to educating the community about end-of-life care, with a focus on empowering individuals and organizations to provide excellent care in diverse settings. St Luke's Hospice relies heavily on the support of the local community, both financially and through volunteer contributions. They offer a variety of ways to get involved, from participating in fundraising events to making donations, and encourage community members to become "Compassionate Friends," offering support to those facing a life-limiting illness or experiencing loss.

St Luke's Hospice Plymouth offers a range of flexible working arrangements, including part-time roles and a minimum of 30 hours per week for some positions. They are committed to providing a supportive environment where employees can feel and do their best every day, with opportunities for learning and development.

St Luke's Hospice Plymouth offers a wide range of employee benefits including generous annual leave and pension schemes, a fantastic health scheme providing access to a GP, counselling and practical information helplines 24/7, plus a contribution to the costs of everyday health, such as eye tests, dental work and physiotherapy.

St Luke's Hospice Plymouth is an independent charity dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to people with progressive life-limiting illnesses in Plymouth, South West Devon and East Cornwall. They believe that everyone deserves quality end of life care, regardless of location, and strive to ensure that individuals affected by life-limiting illnesses experience dignity, comfort, and choice. Their vision is a community where no person has to die alone, in pain or distress.

St Luke's Hospice Plymouth fosters a culture of compassion, respect, and professionalism, creating a supportive and friendly environment where staff and volunteers feel valued and empowered to make a difference in the lives of those facing life-limiting illnesses. The organization prioritizes a positive and proactive approach to care, focusing on dignity, comfort, and choice for patients and their families, while encouraging a holistic approach that considers the needs of the entire individual.

St Luke's Hospice Plymouth is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. They welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. They believe that diversity of thought and experience strengthens their organization, and they strive to create an environment where everyone can be themselves and perform to their full potential. St Luke's is a disability confident employer and guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.