Marie Curie Cancer Care

Charity registered in Scotland SC038731

The Charity is established as a memorial to the late Marie Curie in lasting tribute to her life’s work, and in particular to her discovery of radium and its contribution in fighting the disease of cancer. The charity exists to serve all those with a terminal diagnosis, from cancer or other causes, their families and carers. The objects for which the charity is established for the public benefit are: 2.1.1 to provide and develop caring services, offering support, care and compassion through palliative care, advice and assistance for the benefit of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families and carers; 2.1.2 to undertake and fund research into any aspect of the care and support of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families and carers; and 2.1.3 to provide information, education and support to patients, their families, carers, those working in medical and other caring fields and the public regarding the care of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses.


Current opportunities

Marie Curie is the largest independent provider of end of life care and the largest charitable provider of hospice care beds in Scotland. As well as nursing and hospice care, you'll find Helper volunteers and Marie Curie charity shops across the country. We also do policy campaigning and we're the largest charitable funder of research work to improve end of life care. Marie Curie have 34 charity shops across Scotland. We're looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to join our team in Maryhill for 2-3 hours a week. Our shops are an important part of how we raise the funds we need to support our patients and their loved ones, and we can't do it without our amazing volunteers. You will be helping us out with all aspects of running the shop; your main tasks might include sorting through donated items, preparing and hanging items so that we can place them on the shelves, serving our customers on the till and helping us to keep our shop looking lovely so our customers want to come in and browse. You will also be working with our amazing retail team, who always go the extra mile to make a difference. If you love meeting new people and would like a role where no two days are the same then this could be the opportunity for you. We are unable to guarantee that our shops are accessible to everyone, but we are more than happy to chat to people about your needs and how we might be able to accommodate them. If you are interested please click the ‘apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow.

We're looking for volunteers to join our counselling team in the Marie Curie Hospice, Glasgow. People experiencing death, dying or bereavement will experience a range of different emotions and our Patient and Family Support Team are looking for volunteers with a diploma in counselling to help us provide the care and support they need. You will be providing 2-3 sessions (or around 2-3 hours) per week. helping clients to come to terms with loss, and process their emotions. You may also be required to identify where a client's needs go beyond the scope of counselling and signpost them to other services that can support them. You will be working with clients on an individual basis to identify the desired outcomes they have and help them work towards these, reviewing these regularly. Volunteers will also be required to attend supervision sessions and to keep accurate notes and records of their sessions. This is an ideal role for a volunteer who has newly qualified in counselling, wants to develop their skills and experience in a supportive and welcoming environment and has an interest in working in the field of palliative care. Please note that we will require that you are able to be supported by a suitable external supervisor. PLEASE NOTE: This opportunity will require PVG membership. Don't worry, we will talk to you about it and help with the application. There will be no cost to the volunteer for this procedure. If you are interested please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on info@volunteerglasgow.org

Our Patient and Family Support Team in Glasgow are looking for volunteers who can provide spiritual and religious care to our patients and families. End of life care and bereavement affect us all differently, and we are looking for volunteers from any faith background who are able to work with people of all faiths and none. You will be providing religious, pastoral and spiritual care to our patients, their relative and their friends. You may also occasionally be asked to provide support to our staff and volunteers. Ideally, volunteers will be from a faith background and have some experience in a pastoral or spiritual care role or similar life experience. You will also be expected to attend regular team meetings and to maintain strict confidentiality at all times. We anticipate that the time commitment for this role will be 2-3 hours per week. This is an ideal role for a volunteer who would like to provide direct support to others and is interested in supporting people experiencing end of life care. PLEASE NOTE: This opportunity will require PVG membership. Don't worry, we will talk to you about it and help with the application. There will be no cost to the volunteer for this procedure. If you are interested please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on info@volunteerglasgow.org

Could you spare 3 hours a week to support your local Marie Curie shop on Drymen Road, Bearsden? Our charity shops rely on generous donations made by the public to raise crucial funds for Marie Curie. From clothes, homeware and books, to CDs and DVDs, we sell a wide variety of products. We are looking for volunteers to help us sort through all these donations, pick out the best items and prepare and sell them to our customers. Without the help of our dedicated volunteers we could not provide our customers with high quality items at affordable prices. This allows us to raise funds so our nurses can continue to provide care to terminally ill people and support for their families. Your role will include some of, but is not restricted to, the following tasks: • Sort through donations, being aware of the possibility of a hidden gem and better quality brands • Prepare items for sale by checking, hanging, steaming, sizing and pricing them • Work on the shop floor and provide excellent customer service to our shoppers • Operate the till • Help out with basic housekeeping to keep the shop clean and tidy Young Volunteers Please note: A signed Parent/Guardian Consent Form is required for all volunteers aged 14-17 years. If you would like to find out more, please get in touch with Isobel at isobel.callaghan@mariecurie.org.uk or pop along and meet Isobel in the shop on the 2nd or 3rd of March! Application process: Application forms need to be completed with 2 references (not family members). Once checks are completed, you will be invited into shop for a chat and a trial period in shop. About Us Every day of your life matters – from the first to the last. When you volunteer for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 6,500 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one. Marie Curie is committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. If you are interested please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on info@volunteerglasgow.org