Date: February 13, 2026
Location: St. Vincent's Hospice, PA9 1AF.
The Role: Specialist Palliative Care Nurse
📍 Location: St Vincent’s Hospice, Renfrewshire, PA9 1AF.
💷 Salary: £41,180 per annum
📅 Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week, rotational.
Key Responsibilities
As Specialist Palliative Care Nurse, you will provide expertise and leadership to the in-patient unit team, working towards meeting the requirements of the unit plan for specialist care advancement.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Setting, monitoring and evaluating standards of care ensuring the delivery of specialist palliative care in partnership with the wider hospice team
- Working with the Head of Care & Quality to contribute to the implementation of strategic plan for improvement within the IPU and the wider St Vincent’s Hospice community
- Line management experience including responsibility for safe staffing
- Demonstrable leadership skills including the ability to manage dynamic change
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Specialist Palliative Care knowledge
About Us:
St. Vincent’s Hospice is a leading charitable organisation dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life and palliative care across Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire. We are on a mission to ensure that everyone in our community has access to quality care during their most challenging times.
📌 Apply Now
If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the skills to excel in this role, we invite you to apply. You can apply in one of two ways: complete our application form OR submit your CV, along with a covering letter detailing why you are interested in this role.
Closing date; 13 February 2026
📩 For more information, contact Susan McCallum, Director of Care & Quality (susan.mccallum@svh.co.uk)
Appointment will be subject to suitable references, occupational health screening and PVG Check.
Join us in providing compassionate care to our community. Together, we make a difference.
Date: January 23, 2026
Location: St. Vincent's Hospice, PA9 1AF.
Join Our Team: Pre-Loved Shop Manager
Role Profile
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and driven Pre-Loved Manager to lead one of our vibrant, sustainable retail shops. You’ll oversee day-to-day operations, drive sales, curate high-quality second-hand stock, and inspire both staff and volunteers to create an exceptional customer experience. This role is perfect for someone passionate about sustainability, circular fashion, and making a real difference in the community.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily shop operations, ensuring sales and profitability targets are met.
- Curate, price, and present pre-loved stock with appealing visual merchandising.
- Recruit, train, and motivate staff and volunteers to create a welcoming, purpose-driven environment.
- Build strong relationships with donors, customers, and the local community.
- Promote sustainability and the value of circular fashion.
- Maintain high standards of customer service, compliance, and shop presentation.
- Bring creativity and new ideas to enhance the shop’s impact and performance.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Proven retail management experience.
- Strong understanding of fashion, stock quality, and pricing.
- Experience in leading and motivating a team.
- Confident in driving sales, meeting targets, and analysing performance.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong organisational skills and a proactive, hands-on approach.
- Commitment to sustainability and promoting reuse.
- Full Driving Licence
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Experience in charity retail.
- Knowledge of current fashion trends and upcycling.
- Visual merchandising or styling experience.
- Experience with online selling platforms (e.g., Vinted, eBay,)
- Community engagement or fundraising experience.
- Retail training or management qualifications.
- Confident in developing initiatives or themed retail events.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a passionate team making a difference, championing sustainability, and giving pre-loved fashion a second life. Help us grow our impact while creating an engaging, inspiring retail experience for our customers and community.
Working Hours:
This is a full-time/part-time position, 37.5 hours per week and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £25350 per annum
About Us:
St Vincent’s Hospice is a leading charitable organisation dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life and palliative care across Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire. We are on a mission to ensure that everyone in our community has access to quality care during their most challenging times.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the skills to excel in this role, we invite you to apply.
For further information or to discuss the position, contact fiona.campbell@svh.co.uk
You can apply in one of two ways: complete our online application form OR submit your CV, along with a covering letter detailing why you are interested in this role.
St. Vincent’s Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Appointment will be subject to suitable references and Disclosure Check.
Join us in providing compassionate care to our community. Together, we make a difference.
Location: St. Vincent's Hospice, Midton Road, Howwood, PA9 1AF.
Join our Team; St Vincent’s Hospice is recruiting for a Staff Nurse within our In-Patient Unit.
About Us
St Vincent’s Hospice is a leading charitable organisation dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life and palliative care across Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire. We are on a mission to ensure that everyone in our community has access to quality care during their most challenging times.
Key Responsibilities
- As a Staff Nurse within our In-Patient Unit team you’ll ensure the implementation of a high standard of care within the service.
- With a strong commitment to providing and ensuring excellent person-centred, safe and effective care, you will be a Staff Nurse preferably with previous experience in a palliative or cancer care setting.
- An excellent communicator, you will be able to work well on your own initiative and as part of a team.
Although these posts are based within the In-Patient Unit, opportunities may arise to work alongside other teams in the hospice, e.g. our Community Team.
Working Hours
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, rotationally (day and nightshift) and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £34,056 per annum + 15% shift allowance for qualifying shifts.
How to apply:
If after reading the job description and person spec this job role seems like a match for your skills, experience and career development plans we look forward to receiving your application.
You can apply in one of two ways: complete our application form below OR submit your CV, along with a covering letter detailing why you are interested in this role.
If you require any further information, please contact recruitment@svh.co.uk
After interview, the successful applicants will be appointed following suitable references, occupational health screening, and PVG check.
Location: St. Vincent's Hospice, PA9 1AF.
Join our Team – Board Trustee
Your Role & Responsibilities
The Board of Trustees is the governing body of St Vincent’s Hospice. It plays a crucial role in providing oversight, strategic direction, support, and constructive challenge to the organisation, its staff, and the Executive Team. The Board’s primary responsibility is to focus on the hospice’s strategy and performance, ensuring that St Vincent’s Hospice is fulfilling its charitable objectives effectively and sustainably.
Trustees hold ultimate responsibility for the hospice’s financial health, assets, and reputation. They are expected to act with integrity and demonstrate accountability in all decisions, even in challenging or sensitive situations. Trustees must maintain the trust and respect of patients, families, staff, and the broader community by upholding the values and mission of St Vincent’s Hospice.
We are seeking Trustees with expertise in key areas such as healthcare, ideally palliative care, governance, finance, retail and fundraising.
In particular, we are looking for individuals who can contribute to our strategic development and provide valuable oversight in these areas.
Time Commitment and Duration
Trustees are expected to attend quarterly Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting (AGM), all of which are held at the hospice. In addition to these commitments, Trustees will chair or be co-opted onto one of the hospice’s quarterly sub-committees, which include Clinical, Finance, and Staff. Participation in these sub-committees is essential to provide oversight and support in these key areas, ensuring the hospice’s effective operation and strategic goals are met.
Trustees are appointed for an initial term of four years in accordance with the Articles of Association. At the end of their term, Trustees can be re-elected, subject to discussion with the Chief Executive, Chair and the Board regarding their reappointment.
If you share our commitment to providing exceptional care for patients and are interested in learning more about the role of Trustee at St Vincent’s Hospice, we would love to hear from you. We welcome expressions of interest at any time for these vital positions.
💷 Remuneration: The position of Trustee is a voluntary role, though reasonable expenses incurred in carrying out Trustee duties will be reimbursed in line with the hospice’s policies.
📌 Apply Now
To apply for the role of Trustee, please provide the following:
- A completed application form that includes a supporting statement outlining how your skills and experience align with the role.
- A comprehensive CV detailing your key roles, experience, and achievements.
- The names and contact details of three referees
Trustee Pack – Recruitment Booklet
Trustee Pack – Application Form
Trustee Pack – Trustee Policies
For further information or to arrange an informal discussion, contact aileen.brown@svh.co.uk
For a full information pack contact aileen.brown@svh.co.uk
St Vincent’s Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Join us in providing compassionate care to our community. Together, we make a difference.
Location: St. Vincent's Hospice, PA9 1AF.
Join our Team; Healthcare Assistant
Key Responsibilities
- As a member of our nursing team you’ll ensure the implementation of a high standard of care within our In-Patient Unit.
- With a strong commitment to providing and ensuring excellent person-centred and effective care, you will have previous experience within a healthcare setting.
- An excellent communicator you will be able to work well on your own initiative and as part of a team.
Working Hours
This post is part–time, 23 hours per week, rotationally (day and nightshift) with an hourly rate of £12.21 + 15% shift allowance for qualifying shifts.
About Us
St Vincent’s Hospice provides specialist palliative care to patients from across Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire. We have an 8-bed In-Patient Unit, Outpatient and Community Services, with a well-developed multidisciplinary team. Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality care and support to individuals and families affected by life-limiting conditions.
How to apply:
If after reading the job description and person spec this job role seems like a match for your skills, experience and career development plans we look forward to receiving your application.
If you wish to discuss the position, please contact paula.burns@svh.co.uk or Tel; 01505-705635 Ext 404
After interview, the successful applicants will be appointed following suitable references, occupational health screening, and PVG Disclosure check.
Location: St. Vincent's Hospice, PA9 1AF.
Join our Team – Bank Staff Nurse
📍 Location: St Vincent’s Hospice, Renfrewshire, PA9 1AF.
💷 Salary: £17.42 per hour +15% shift allowance for qualifying shifts
📅 Hours: Bank
Your Role & Responsibilities
St Vincent’s Hospice is looking to expand our bank team of Staff Nurses.
We offer flexible shifts, a supportive working environment, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families.
About Us
St Vincent’s Hospice is a specialist palliative care provider with an 8-bed In-Patient Unit, a Day Services Hub at the hospice, and five retail stores across Renfrewshire. Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality care and support to individuals and families affected by life-limiting conditions.
📌 Apply Now
For more information, please contact recruitment@svh.co.uk
St. Vincent’s Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Appointment will be subject to suitable references, occupational health screening and a Standard Disclosure Check.
Join us in providing compassionate care to our community. Together, we make a difference.
St Vincent’s Hospice wants to attract the very best people to work with us; we seek to be the employer of choice in our local area.
As a progressive employer we put individuals and their aims for the future at the heart of our employment relationships.
Here at the hospice we are always interested in hearing from people who think they might consider working with us in future. For some of our posts, including nursing, we always display our job requirements in this section and accept applications on a continual basis so that we can get back in touch with suitably qualified and experienced candidates as soon as a vacancy arises.
Please contact us at recruitment@svh.co.uk