Working for Marie Curie Cancer Care.

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Benefits for Marie Curie staff


Working at Marie Curie Cancer Care.Established in 1948, we're one of the largest charities in the UK, employing more than 4,000 people in a wide variety of roles.

From nurses and physiotherapists to fundraisers and IT specialists, each member of staff plays a valuable role in helping the terminally ill patients and their families that we care for.

In addition to being part of a nationwide charity that's making a real difference to the lives of patients, their families, friends and carers too, you will enjoy:

Pensions

There's a stakeholder pension scheme available to new employees (or the opportunity to continue contributions to NHS or USS pension schemes).

There is the option for employees to set their contribution level at 2 per cent, with a consequent halving of the employer contribution.

Additional employee contributions are permitted and more details available on request.

A summary of employee and employer contributions is outlined below

Age Employee contribution Employer contribution Total contribution
Under 30 4 % 5 % 9 %
30-34 4 % 7.5 % 11.5 %
35-44 4 % 10 % 14 %
Over 45 4 % 15 % 19 %

Free Life Assurance

All pension scheme members receive free life assurance.

Annual leave

Starting annual leave entitlement of at least 25 days.

Continuing education

Financial support may be available for external training relevant to your career with the charity. Study leave may also be granted in some circumstances.

Interest free loans

Interest free loans are available to all staff for the purchase of computers, travel season tickets, bicycles and satellite navigation systems.