“We’re looking for compassionate people who want to make a real difference in their community, whether that’s through a rewarding career as a Healthcare Assistant or by volunteering as a Companion.” – Tracey Brown, Community Engagement and Development Manager for Scotland at Marie Curie.
People across Orkney are being encouraged to find out how they can support local people living with a terminal illness by attending a Marie Curie recruitment event in Kirkwall next week.
The event will showcase opportunities to join the end of life charity as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA), providing hands-on care to people in their own homes, as well as volunteering as part of the charity’s growing Companion Service, which offers friendship and emotional support to people approaching the end of life.
Taking place at the Skills Development Scotland Hub in Kirkwall on Wednesday 22 July from 12pm, the event will give local people the opportunity to meet members of the Marie Curie team, learn more about available roles, and ask questions about training, support and career development.
Marie Curie’s Healthcare Assistants play a vital role in helping people living with a terminal illness remain in the comfort of their own homes. Working closely with patients and families, HCAs provide practical care and support, helping people maintain dignity, comfort and quality of life during difficult times.
Healthcare Assistants are part of Marie Curie’s expert frontline care team and receive specialist training and support to deliver high-quality end-of-life care. The role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families while making a lasting difference in their local community.
Alongside paid HCA roles, Marie Curie is also recruiting more Companion Volunteers across Orkney as demand for the service continues to grow.
Companion Volunteers provide free emotional and practical to people living with a terminal illness and towards the end of life. Through regular visits or phone calls, trained volunteers offer companionship, conversation and a listening ear, helping reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Tracey Brown, Community Engagement and Development Manager for Scotland at Marie Curie, said:
“We’re looking for compassionate people who want to make a real difference in their community, whether that’s through a rewarding career as a Healthcare Assistant or by volunteering as a Companion.
“Our Healthcare Assistants provide expert care and support to people living with a terminal illness in their own homes, helping families through some of the most difficult moments they will ever face. At the same time, our Companion Volunteers offer friendship, connection and a listening ear, helping people feel less alone.
“Both roles are incredibly valuable and we’re keen to hear from anyone who would like to find out more about joining our team here in Orkney.”
If anyone is interested in volunteering or working for Marie Curie, please come along to Skills Development Scotland Hub, Kirkwall, Wednesday 22 July 2026 from 12pm onwards.
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