Senior Bereavement Clerk
The closing date is 17 July 2025
Job summary
We are pleased to offer a meaningful opportunity to join our dedicated and compassionate Bereavement Service at Wirral University Teaching Hospital. This role is ideal for someone who is hardworking, empathetic, and committed to upholding the Trust's core values.
As part of our close-knit team, you will play a vital role in supporting those who are grieving, delivering an outstanding service with sensitivity, respect, and professionalism. We are looking for someone who will embrace the responsibilities of this essential service and help us continue to meet the needs of the bereaved with the highest standards of care and quality.
The position is part time at 15hours a week, working hours 8-4pm Thursday and Friday. There will be an occasional requirement to change working days to meet the needs of the service.
If you are someone who values compassion, teamwork, and making a difference during a difficult time in people's lives, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide empathetic support to bereaved individuals and families.
- Assist in the delivery of high-quality bereavement services.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure a seamless service experience.
- Adapt to changing service needs, including occasional adjustments to working days.
- Uphold the Trust's values in all interactions and service delivery.
- Liaise with Multi Agency Services to ensure a quality service.
Ideal Candidate will be ahard-working individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A compassionate and caring approach to supporting bereaved individuals.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Flexibility to adapt to the needs of the service.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Details
Date posted
07 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
408-25-430-B
Job locations
Wirral University Teaching Hospital
Arrowe Park Hospital Site, Arrowe Park Road, Upton
Wirral
CH49 5PE
Employer details
Employer name
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Wirral University Teaching Hospital
Arrowe Park Hospital Site, Arrowe Park Road, Upton
Wirral
CH49 5PE
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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