The Macmillan Cancer Information & Support Service (MCISS) provides a comprehensive Cancer Information and Support Service to Bolton residents, so that anyone who is affected by cancer has access to the information they need and are supported appropriately. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and organised Information Assistant to join the team at Bolton Hospice.

15hrs across 3 days per week (usually Monday – Wednesday)

Band 4 Pay scale £23,949 - £26,282 pro rata
(Actual Part Time £9,580 - £10,513 per annum)

The Role:

Working with the MCISS team and our volunteers across the three centres in Bolton, you will help to support the smooth delivery of this important service for people affected by cancer. You will have contact with users of the service, assessing their needs, identifying the support required and providing the individuals with access to information and intervention. The role will need you to communicate sensitively and compassionately with patients and their families and carers and provide them with practical and emotional support.

What you need:

We are looking for someone who has good listening skills, great organisation ability, experience of using computer systems and who enjoys helping others. Ideally you will have experience of working in the healthcare setting, supporting patients emotionally & practically, ensuring they receive high quality information & support. You will also need to be a team player who enjoys creating effective working relationships through liaising regularly with the oncology teams within the Hospital & services within the community.

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sue Summerfield, MCISS Manager on 01204 663059

Why Bolton Hospice?

You will work in a supportive team environment, where you can make a real difference to the lives of people affected by cancer through the support & information you share with them.

We offer our employees an attractive benefits package, including generous annual leave (starting at 35 days a year including bank holidays), a contributory stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance, membership of a healthcare cash plan, free parking and excellent training opportunities.  We also offer continuity of service from the NHS with respect to pension and holiday allowance.

Closing Date for Applications:  Sunday 16th April 2023

Interviews are scheduled for 2nd May 2023

To apply please download the job description and an application form & email applications to recruitment@boltonhospice.org

Bolton Hospice welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation.  Any appointment will be made on merit alone. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.  Bolton Hospice has a No Smoking Policy.