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A career in palliative care

Be there when it matters as part of our expert and compassionate palliative care team.

Working at Sue Ryder you’re given the time to care. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team working in a highly rewarding area of nursing, helping people live the best lives they possibly can. If you want more than just a job, we want you.

“A completely different kind of care”

Sue Ryder Nurses talk about the difference they make working in palliative care, the support and training they've received, and how the care they give is a passion, not just a job.

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The benefits of working for Sue Ryder
If you’re interested in joining our team to be there when it matters, you might want to know more about the benefits we offer.
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More about working in palliative care
If you're new to palliative care, here are the top five most frequently asked questions from people joining our expert and compassionate palliative care teams, and more about the support you can expect from Sue Ryder.
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Staff stories
All of the latest news and blogs from Sue Ryder, where you'll find healthcare, fundraising, policy and volunteering stories from across the charity.
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What is palliative or end-of-life care?

Find out more about what palliative care and end-of-life care is, what type of care and support Sue Ryder provides, and who provides it.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to driving equity for all of our colleagues across the charity, and we support our staff and volunteers from underrepresented and marginalised groups to thrive as valued members of our team.

Our hospices

Our specialist palliative care teams do everything they can to be there when it matters for the people they care for, even through the toughest times.

What's it like inside a Sue Ryder hospice?

Take a virtual tour with Sophie, a Sue Ryder Nurse, through one of our hospices to show you what kinds of facilities we have on offer for patients.