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Oakhaven Job Vacancies

Oakhaven Hospice staff at the Family Fun Day 2025

Join us in making every moment matter for patients and their loved ones.

Jobs at Oakhaven Hospice: a friendly, supportive work environment

Oakhaven has been providing specialist end-of-life care for over 30 years, we offer a friendly, supportive and professional work environment for our clinical, administrative and support staff in a wide range of jobs. Our ethos is underpinned by our Values: we are a TEAM and we CARE.

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Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Level 2

Salary: £38,953 per annum

Hours:  30 hours

Closing Date: 3rd August

Interview: 11th August

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Location:         Oakhaven Hospice, Lymington, Hampshire
Hours:             30 hours
Salary:            £38,953.20
Closing date:  3rd August 2025

Interview date:  11th August 2025

Join a team where compassion meets excellence in end-of-life care.

Oakhaven Hospice is seeking an experienced and dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) – Level 2 to join our highly respected clinical team. Based in the New Forest, our hospice provides specialist palliative and end-of-life care to patients and families with life-limiting illness, both in the hospice and in the community.

About the Role

As a Level 2 CNS, you will play a vital role in delivering expert clinical leadership and high-quality holistic care. Working autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will support patients with complex needs, offering specialist advice, symptom management, psychological support, and advance care planning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert clinical assessment and management for patients with palliative and end-of-life care needs
  • Act as a resource and role model for best practice in palliative care
  • Collaborate with GPs, district nurses, hospital teams, and other healthcare professionals
  • Support education and development for staff, patients, carers, and the wider community
  • Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For:

  • Registered Nurse (NMC) with relevant post-registration qualifications in palliative care
  • Experience in a palliative care or oncology setting
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to manage complex clinical situations and lead on decision-making
  • Commitment to holistic, person-centred care and shared decision-making
  • Non Medical Prescriber (Level 6 or 7)

Why Join Oakhaven Hospice?

  • Be part of a passionate, values-driven team committed to dignity, compassion, and respect
  • Work in a supportive environment that values your professional growth
  • Access to excellent CPD opportunities and clinical supervision
  • Generous NHS-equivalent benefits and pension contributions
  • Beautiful working environment with free parking and subsidised meals

About us

Oakhaven Hospice serves the community of the New Forest, Totton and Waterside communities providing in-patient, day hospice and community care for patients with life limiting illnesses and support to their families/carers.  We are committed to equality of opportunity at Oakhaven.  Our mission is to welcome everyone to join us and create inclusive teams, celebrating difference and encourage everyone to be themselves at work.

Benefits

  • Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
  • Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
  • Auto – enrolment company pension scheme (with ability to retain membership of NHS Pension Scheme subject to qualifying criteria)
  • Life Assurance
  • Cash Health Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme - Help@Hands App from “Unum”
  • Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Support
  • Clinical supervision
  • A truly supportive and caring environment

CNS (community) JD PS - level 2 July 2025

Lead Gardener

Salary: £2,912pa - £3,120pa

Hours:  4 hours per week (Wednesday mornings)

Closing Date: 31st July 2025

 

 

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Position:        Lead Gardener
Location:       Lymington, Hampshire
Hours:            4 hours per week (Wednesday mornings)
Salary:           £2,912pa - £3,120pa

At Oakhaven Hospice, we provide exceptional care, comfort, and support to patients and their families facing life-limiting illnesses. We are now seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Gardener to help manage and organise our beautiful gardens on the hospice site.

About the Role

We are excited to recruit a part time, highly motivated and enthusiastic Lead Gardener to act as the Hospice source of expertise and be the first point of contact for all horticultural matters within the organisation. To manage the team of gardening volunteers to ensure the maintenance and upkeep of the Hospice gardens and grounds.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the team of gardening volunteers, providing them with timely and appropriate advice and by setting and directing work priorities as appropriate.
  • Provide regular team meetings to discuss progress in the garden.
  • Ensure that routine maintenance work on the garden and grounds (to include watering, grass cutting, edging, weeding and pruning) takes place in line with the seasonal maintenance schedule.
  • Ensure that all staff and volunteers wear the required protective clothing, which will be supplied by the Hospice.
  • Take personal responsibility for becoming fully aware of Health and Safety at Work Policies, Fire Procedures, Control of Infection, COSHH and Moving and Handling.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will need to be highly organised, an excellent communicator with the ability to lead and motivate a team of volunteers.

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • A recognised advanced horticultural qualification or equivalent experience e.g., RHS diploma or certificate
  • Relevant experience working as a Gardener in a Community Garden or similar capacity.
  • A detailed knowledge of horticulture / plant and flower husbandry i.e. seasonal planting of trees, shrubs and flowers, composting, permaculture and biological pest control
  • Ability to plan and implement garden scheme designs and layouts.
  • Proven leadership skills, ideally managing volunteers.
  • Ability to consistently offer horticultural advice with warmth and sensitivity, taking into account the needs of those who use hospice gardens.
  • A good understanding of health and safety risk management with respect to COSHH, garden equipment etc
  • Ability to cope with the physical demands of the role.

Why Join Oakhaven?

At Oakhaven Hospice, you will be part of a warm, dedicated team making a real difference in people’s lives. We offer:

  • A supportive and inclusive working environment
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Access to wellbeing support and staff benefits
  • A meaningful role in a respected local charity

Please note that we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work in the UK without our sponsorship for your application to be considered

To apply for the role, please visit our website to complete an application form or alternatively email the HR team for further information on hradmin@oakhavenhospice.co.uk.

Lead Gardener - Job Description

Shop Manager - New Lyndhurst Shop

Salary: £26,220.50pa

Hours:  37.5 hours per week to work flexibly across the week.

Closing Date: 27th July 2025

Interview Date:    7th August 2025

 

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Shop Manager – New Lyndhurst Shop

Location:       Lyndhurst, Hampshire

Salary:           £26,110.50 per annum

Hours:          37.5 hours per week, including occasional weekends

Closing date: 27th July 2025

Interview:    7th August 2025

 

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic retail professional looking for a role with real purpose? Join Oakhaven Hospice as a Retail Shop Manager and be part of something truly meaningful. Your leadership will directly support the vital care and services we provide to our local community.

About Us

Oakhaven Hospice is a local charity providing expert care, comfort and support to individuals and families facing life-limiting illness across the New Forest, Totton, Waterside and surrounding areas. Our shops are a key part of our fundraising efforts, offering a sustainable and community-focused way to support our work.

 The Role

As Retail Shop Manager of our brand new shop opening in Lyndhurst, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day operations of your shop. You’ll lead and inspire a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, creating a welcoming and professional environment that drives sales, maximises donations, and champions the values of Oakhaven Hospice.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and motivate your team to deliver outstanding customer service and strong retail performance
  • Maximise sales and profit through effective merchandising, stock management and creative displays
  • Build and maintain a loyal team of volunteers, ensuring they feel valued and supported
  • Ensure the shop operates in line with all health & safety, trading and charity retail regulations
  • Promote Oakhaven’s values and act as an ambassador within the local community

 

 

About You:

  • Previous experience in a retail management or supervisory role (charity retail experience is a bonus!)
  • A people-person with strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
  • Passionate about delivering excellent customer service
  • Able to work independently and use initiative
  • Committed to the values and mission of Oakhaven Hospice

 What We Offer

  • In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer:
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
  • A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
  • Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • A chance to work as part of a dedicated and successful team.

Benefits

  • Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
  • Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
  • Auto – enrolment company pension scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Cash Health Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme - Help@Hands App from “Unum”
  • Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Support
  • A truly supportive and caring environment

Shop Manager - Job Description

Assistant Shop Manager - New Lyndhurst Shop

Salary: £9,664,20pa

Hours:  15 hours per week to work flexibly across the week.

Closing date: 27th July 2025

 

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Assistant Shop Manager – Lyndhurst Shop (New)

Location: Lyndhurst, Hampshire. UK

Salary: £12.39 per hour  (£9,664.20pa)

Hours: 15 hours per week (Worked flexibly across a 7-day week)

Closing date: 27th July 2025

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Are you looking for a role where your efforts help support a vital cause in your local community? We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Assistant Manager for our brand new charity retail shop, which is opening in Lyndhurst, where every purchase directly supports the invaluable work of Oakhaven hospice.

Join the amazing, thriving and successful Hospice retail team, where your hard work is part of the overall success of helping people in the local community. The most rewarding retail job you may ever have!

About the Role

Our mission is to welcome everyone to join us and create inclusive teams, celebrating difference and encourage everyone to be themselves at work.

As an Assistant Manager, you’ll work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the smooth running of the store. You’ll be a key part of a team that’s focused on delivering exceptional service to customers, supporting volunteers, and maximising profits to fund vital hospice care.

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for someone who brings:

  • Previous retail experience – Knowledge of merchandising, stock management, and retail operations.
  • Experience working with volunteers – Supporting and inspiring individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • A flexible approach to work commitments – Willingness to adapt and support store manager colleagues as part of a successful team.
  • Motivation and enthusiasm – A drive to help us shape our charity’s future and meet our goals.
  • An eye for detail and high standards – Maintaining an organised, tidy, and visually appealing shop.
  • Excellent timekeeping – Ensuring smooth daily operations and adherence to deadlines.
  • Great people skills – Building positive relationships with customers, donors, colleagues, and volunteers.
  • A genuine interest in what we sell and what we do – Sharing our passion for our cause and the items we stock.

What We Offer

  • In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer:
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
  • A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
  • Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • A chance to work as part of a dedicated and successful team.

Benefits

  • Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
  • Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
  • Auto – enrolment company pension scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Cash Health Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme - Help@Hands App from “Unum”
  • Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Support
  • A truly supportive and caring environment

Assistant Shop Manager - JD 17 05 2024

Assistant Shop Manager - New Lyndhurst Shop

Salary: £3,866pa

Hours:  7.5 hours per week (to be worked flexibly across the week)

Closing date: 27th July 2025

 

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Assistant Shop Manager – Lyndhurst Shop (New)

Location: Lyndhurst, Hampshire. UK

Salary: £12.39 per hour

Hours: 7.5 hours per week (Worked flexibly across a 7-day week)

Closing date: 27th July 2025

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Are you looking for a role where your efforts help support a vital cause in your local community? We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Assistant Manager for our brand new charity retail shop, which is opening in Lyndhurst, where every purchase directly supports the invaluable work of Oakhaven hospice.

Join the amazing, thriving and successful Hospice retail team, where your hard work is part of the overall success of helping people in the local community. The most rewarding retail job you may ever have!

About the Role

Our mission is to welcome everyone to join us and create inclusive teams, celebrating difference and encourage everyone to be themselves at work.

As an Assistant Manager, you’ll work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the smooth running of the store. You’ll be a key part of a team that’s focused on delivering exceptional service to customers, supporting volunteers, and maximising profits to fund vital hospice care.

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for someone who brings:

  • Previous retail experience – Knowledge of merchandising, stock management, and retail operations.
  • Experience working with volunteers – Supporting and inspiring individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • A flexible approach to work commitments – Willingness to adapt and support store manager colleagues as part of a successful team.
  • Motivation and enthusiasm – A drive to help us shape our charity’s future and meet our goals.
  • An eye for detail and high standards – Maintaining an organised, tidy, and visually appealing shop.
  • Excellent timekeeping – Ensuring smooth daily operations and adherence to deadlines.
  • Great people skills – Building positive relationships with customers, donors, colleagues, and volunteers.
  • A genuine interest in what we sell and what we do – Sharing our passion for our cause and the items we stock.

What We Offer

  • In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer:
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
  • A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
  • Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • A chance to work as part of a dedicated and successful team.

Benefits

  • Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
  • Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
  • Auto – enrolment company pension scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Cash Health Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme - Help@Hands App from “Unum”
  • Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Support
  • A truly supportive and caring environment

Assistant Shop Manager - JD 17 05 2024

Assistant Shop Manager - New Lyndhurst Shop

Salary: £3,866pa

Hours:  6 hours per week (1 day to be worked flexibly across the week)

Closing date: 27th July 2025

 

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Assistant Shop Manager – Lyndhurst Shop (New)

Location: Lyndhurst, Hampshire. UK

Salary: £12.39 per hour  (£3,865pa)

Hours: 6 hours per week (1 day to be worked flexibly across the week)

Closing date: 27th July 2025

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Are you looking for a role where your efforts help support a vital cause in your local community? We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Assistant Manager for our brand new charity retail shop, which is opening in Lyndhurst, where every purchase directly supports the invaluable work of Oakhaven hospice.

Join the amazing, thriving and successful Hospice retail team, where your hard work is part of the overall success of helping people in the local community. The most rewarding retail job you may ever have!

About the Role

Our mission is to welcome everyone to join us and create inclusive teams, celebrating difference and encourage everyone to be themselves at work.

As an Assistant Manager, you’ll work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the smooth running of the store. You’ll be a key part of a team that’s focused on delivering exceptional service to customers, supporting volunteers, and maximising profits to fund vital hospice care.

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for someone who brings:

  • Previous retail experience – Knowledge of merchandising, stock management, and retail operations.
  • Experience working with volunteers – Supporting and inspiring individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • A flexible approach to work commitments – Willingness to adapt and support store manager colleagues as part of a successful team.
  • Motivation and enthusiasm – A drive to help us shape our charity’s future and meet our goals.
  • An eye for detail and high standards – Maintaining an organised, tidy, and visually appealing shop.
  • Excellent timekeeping – Ensuring smooth daily operations and adherence to deadlines.
  • Great people skills – Building positive relationships with customers, donors, colleagues, and volunteers.
  • A genuine interest in what we sell and what we do – Sharing our passion for our cause and the items we stock.

What We Offer

  • In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer:
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
  • A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
  • Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • A chance to work as part of a dedicated and successful team.

Benefits

  • Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
  • Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
  • Auto – enrolment company pension scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Cash Health Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme - Help@Hands App from “Unum”
  • Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Support
  • A truly supportive and caring environment

Assistant Shop Manager - JD 17 05 2024

Processing Assistant Manager - Ampress Park

Location:       Lymington, Hampshire. UK

Salary:           £24,160.50pa

Hours:            37.5 hours per week (Worked flexibly across a 7-day week)

Closing Date:          27th July 2025

 

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Location:       Lymington, Hampshire. UK

Salary:           £24,160.50pa

Hours:            37.5 hours per week (Worked flexibly across a 7-day week)

Closing Date:          27th July 2025

Join Our Mission – Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about Charity Retail and looking to make a real impact in your community? We’re seeking a dynamic Processing Assistant Manager to support our growing Hospice Retail Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in helping us generate essential income that supports Hospice care services for individuals and families when they need it most.

About the Role

As the Processing Assistant Manager, you’ll work closely with the Processing Manager to ensure the efficient sorting, pricing, and distribution of donated goods across our network of Hospice shops. You will help lead a team of staff and volunteers in our Warehouse, maintaining high standards of stock preparation, stock control, and health & safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with recycling of all goods, including the preparation of unsuitable clothing for collection by textile merchants, books, metal and disposal of any waste.
  • Ensure all customers that ae donating goods are asked about Gift Aid and that they receive first class customer service.
  • Ensure high-quality standards in the preparation and presentation of donated goods
  • Coordinate with shop managers to meet stock demand and optimise distribution
  • Monitor stock levels and report on performance and productivity
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working environment
  • Support sustainability and recycling goals through waste management initiatives

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience in a similar role.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
  • Experience leading or supervising a team
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A proactive, positive attitude with a hands-on approach
  • Commitment to the values and mission of the Hospice
  • Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
  • The ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and external partners.
  • A passion for charitable work and making a difference in the community.
  • UK Driving licence – with at least 3 years’ experience.

What We Offer

In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer:

  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
  • A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
  • Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • A chance to work as part of a dedicated and successful team.

Benefits

  • Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
  • Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
  • Auto – enrolment company pension scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Cash Health Plan – after 1 years’ service
  • Employee Assistance Programme - Help@Hands App from “Unum”
  • Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Support
  • A truly supportive and caring environment

If you're ready to take the next step in your career while contributing to a cause that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please visit our website for further information and complete our online application form.

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Retail Driver - Processing Team

Salary: £5,714pa

Hours:  9 hours per week (4.5 hours to be worked flexibly across a 7 day week)

Closing date: 27th July 2025

 

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Retail Driver – Processing Team

Location: New Forest, Hampshire. UK

Salary: £12.21ph  (£5,714pa)

Hours: 9 hours per week (two 4.5 hours days to be worked flexibly across a 7-day week)

Closing date: 27th July 2025

 Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Are you looking for a role where your efforts help support a vital cause in your local community? We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Retail Driver who will play a key role in supporting our stores and warehouse, delivering and collecting stock across the New Forest.

Join the amazing, thriving and successful Hospice retail team, where your hard work is part of the overall success of helping people in the local community. The most rewarding retail job you may ever have!

 About the Role

Our mission is to welcome everyone to join us and create inclusive teams, celebrating difference and encourage everyone to be themselves at work.

As a Charity Retail Driver, you will be responsible for collecting and delivering donated goods between our charity shops, donation centres, and warehouses. You will play a key role in ensuring our retail operations run smoothly, providing excellent customer service to donors and shop teams alike.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collect and deliver donated goods between charity shops, warehouses, and customers.
  • Assist with loading and unloading goods, ensuring they are handled safely and appropriately.
  • Provide excellent customer service when interacting with donors and the public.
  • Maintain the charity vehicle, ensuring it is clean and roadworthy.
  • Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies.
  • Support shop teams with stock movement and storage as needed.

About You

We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual who:

  • Holds a valid UK driving licence (preferably with no endorsements).
  • Has experience in a similar driving or logistics role.
  • Is over 25 years of age with at least 3 years driving experience.
  • Is physically fit and capable of lifting and moving furniture and heavy items.
  • Has excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Works well independently and as part of a team.
  • Has a positive attitude and a passion for supporting a good cause.

What We Offer

  • In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer:
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
  • A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
  • Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • A chance to work as part of a dedicated and successful team.

Benefits

  • Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
  • Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
  • Auto – enrolment company pension scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Cash Health Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme - Help@Hands App from “Unum”
  • Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Support
  • A truly supportive and caring environment

Head of Patient Services

Location:       Oakhaven Hospice, Lymington, Hampshire

Salary:            £60,000 - £65,000 pa depending on experience

Hours:           37.5 hours per week, Hours of work will primarily be during Monday – Friday  but may require flexibility depending on the oversight of the clinical services that are running 7 days.

The role requires participation on the senior manager on-call rota

Closing Date: 8TH August 2025

Interview Date: W/C 1st September 2025

 

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Location:       Oakhaven Hospice, Lymington, Hampshire

Salary:            £60,000 - £65,000 pa depending on experience

Hours:           37.5 hours per week, Hours of work will primarily be during Monday – Friday but may require flexibility depending on the oversight of the clinical services that are running 7 days.

The role requires participation on the senior manager on-call rota

Closing Date: 8TH August 2025

Interview Date: W/b 1st September 2025

 

About Oakhaven Hospice

At Oakhaven Hospice, we are dedicated to providing outstanding palliative and end-of-life care to individuals and their families in the New Forest, Totton, and Waterside communities. Our compassionate and holistic approach supports patients with life-limiting conditions, enabling them to live life as fully as possible. We are proud to be at the heart of our community, offering inpatient, outpatient, and at-home services that truly make a difference.

The Role

We are seeking a visionary and compassionate Head of Patient Services to lead, develop, and inspire our clinical teams. This senior leadership role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care that aligns with Oakhaven’s values and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership across all patient services, including inpatient, day hospice, community, and Therapy Services.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant healthcare regulations and uphold CQC standards of excellence.
  • Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic, responsive, and personalised care.
  • Work closely with the Deputy CEO to shape and implement clinical strategy and service development.
  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and staff development.

About You

You will be an experienced and compassionate leader with a strong background in palliative care, nursing, or a related clinical field. You’ll be confident managing teams, driving clinical excellence, and building relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You will be experienced in managing change, able to work under pressure and across organisational teams.

Essential Criteria:

  • Registered healthcare professional (NMC, HCPC or equivalent)
  • Post registration Post – Registration qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject
  • Significant senior management experience within a healthcare or hospice setting.
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams.
  • Deep understanding of palliative and end-of-life care.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and decision-making skills.
  • Non-Medical Prescriber (Level 6 or 7)

Desirable:

  • Experience of working in the charity or voluntary sector.
  • Postgraduate qualification in healthcare leadership or management.
  • Experience of audit and research

What We Offer

  • In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer:
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
  • A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
  • Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • A chance to work as part of a dedicated and successful team.

Benefits

  • Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
  • Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
  • Auto – enrolment company pension scheme (with ability to retain membership of NHS Pension Scheme subject to qualifying criteria)
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Cash Health Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme - Help@Hands App from “Unum”
  • Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Support
  • A truly supportive and caring environment

Head of Patient Services - JD & PS July 2025

Assistant Shop Manager - New Craft & Home Shop (Lymington)

Salary: £12.39 per hour

Hours:  15 hours per week to work flexibly across the week.

Closing date: This role will remain open till role has been filled.

 

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Location: NEW Craft & Home Retail Shop, Lymington. Hampshire. UK

Location: Lymington, Hampshire. UK

Salary: £12.39 ph

Hours:  15 hours per week to be worked flexibly across the week.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Are you looking for a role where your efforts help support a vital cause in your local community? We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Assistant Manager for our charity retail shop, where every purchase directly supports the invaluable work of Oakhaven hospice.

Join the amazing, thriving and successful Hospice retail team, where your hard work is part of the overall success of helping people in the local community. The most rewarding retail job you may ever have!

 

About the Role

Our mission is to welcome everyone to join us and create inclusive teams, celebrating difference and encourage everyone to be themselves at work.

As an Assistant Manager, you’ll work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the smooth running of the store. You’ll be a key part of a team that’s focused on delivering exceptional service to customers, supporting volunteers, and maximising profits to fund vital hospice care.

 

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for someone who brings:

  • Previous retail experience – Knowledge of merchandising, stock management, and retail operations.
  • Experience working with volunteers – Supporting and inspiring individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • A flexible approach to work commitments – Willingness to adapt and support store manager colleagues as part of a successful team.
  • Motivation and enthusiasm – A drive to help us shape our charity’s future and meet our goals.
  • An eye for detail and high standards – Maintaining an organised, tidy, and visually appealing shop.
  • Excellent timekeeping – Ensuring smooth daily operations and adherence to deadlines.
  • Great people skills – Building positive relationships with customers, donors, colleagues, and volunteers.
  • A genuine interest in what we sell and what we do – Sharing our passion for our cause and the items we stock.

What We Offer

  • In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer:
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
  • A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
  • Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • A chance to work as part of a dedicated and successful team.

 

Benefits

  • Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
  • Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
  • Auto – enrolment company pension scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Cash Health Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme - Help@Hands App from “Unum”
  • Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Support
  • A truly supportive and caring environment

Assistant Shop Manager - JD 17 05 2024

Assistant Shop Manager - New Craft & Home Shop (Lymington)

Salary: £12.39 per hour

Hours: 6 hours per week every Saturday, with the flexibility to cover Sunday if required.

Plus an additional requirement to cover any Bank Holidays when the shop is open.

Closing date: This role will remain open till role has been filled.

 

Job description Expand

Location: NEW Craft & Home Retail Shop, Lymington. Hampshire. UK

Location: Lymington, Hampshire. UK

Salary: £12.39 ph

Hours: 6 hours per week every Saturday with the flexibility to cover Sundays if required.

Plus an additional requirement to cover any Bank Holidays when the shop is open.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Are you looking for a role where your efforts help support a vital cause in your local community? We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Assistant Manager for our charity retail shop, where every purchase directly supports the invaluable work of Oakhaven hospice.

Join the amazing, thriving and successful Hospice retail team, where your hard work is part of the overall success of helping people in the local community. The most rewarding retail job you may ever have!

 

About the Role

Our mission is to welcome everyone to join us and create inclusive teams, celebrating difference and encourage everyone to be themselves at work.

As an Assistant Manager, you’ll work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the smooth running of the store. You’ll be a key part of a team that’s focused on delivering exceptional service to customers, supporting volunteers, and maximising profits to fund vital hospice care.

 

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for someone who brings:

  • Previous retail experience – Knowledge of merchandising, stock management, and retail operations.
  • Experience working with volunteers – Supporting and inspiring individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • A flexible approach to work commitments – Willingness to adapt and support store manager colleagues as part of a successful team.
  • Motivation and enthusiasm – A drive to help us shape our charity’s future and meet our goals.
  • An eye for detail and high standards – Maintaining an organised, tidy, and visually appealing shop.
  • Excellent timekeeping – Ensuring smooth daily operations and adherence to deadlines.
  • Great people skills – Building positive relationships with customers, donors, colleagues, and volunteers.
  • A genuine interest in what we sell and what we do – Sharing our passion for our cause and the items we stock.

What We Offer

  • In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer:
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
  • A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
  • Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • A chance to work as part of a dedicated and successful team.

 

Benefits

  • Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
  • Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
  • Auto – enrolment company pension scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Cash Health Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme - Help@Hands App from “Unum”
  • Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Support
  • A truly supportive and caring environment

Assistant Shop Manager - JD 17 05 2024

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“I feel very privileged to work for Oakhaven, it is such a special place held dear within our local community. It is so rewarding to sort the generous donations we are given and then see them sell to raise funds for such an amazing cause.

At New Milton shop, I am so lucky to work with such a wonderful team, we support each other and I’ve made so many friends along the way. Head Office is always just a call away for any advice or issues I may need help with, and in more normal times, we hold social fundraising events that raise money and are good fun too.

I feel very lucky indeed to be part of the Oakhaven family”

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The Equality Act 2010 legally protects people from discrimination in the workplace and in wider society.

It is against the law to discriminate against anyone because of:

  • Age
  • Being or becoming a transsexual person
  • Being married or in a civil partnership
  • Being pregnant or on maternity leave
  • Have a disability
  • Race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin
  • Religion, belief or lack of religion/belief
  • Gender
  • Sexual orientation

Oakhaven is an Equal Opportunities employer and our services are provided fairly and non-discriminatory.

Dignity at work

We have procedures and policies in place that make staff aware of the issues surrounding many forms of discrimination including bullying, harassment, whistle-blowing, tackling violence, racial and other forms of discrimination.

Cultural Awareness Training

The Hospice has ongoing training on equality issues and a committee to challenge ourselves to ensure our policies and procedures are fair and non-discriminatory

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