Making every moment matter for families in Dorset

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We've put together some commonly asked questions to give you more information about Weldmar and the services we offer.

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Join the Weldmar Team

From nurses who have the opportunity to spend more time with patients, through to fundraising, retail, administration roles and more, there are more career opportunities at Weldmar Hospicecare than you think. We also have a wide variety of volunteer roles.

We are a friendly organisation with strong Values, where we recognise the difference made by each employee and volunteer.

Our Dorset based jobs and careers include clinical positions in the community and at our Inpatient Unit, plus therapists, counsellors, social workers, hotel services and maintenance, retail, and head office functions such as fundraising, finance, administration, and marketing.

21%

of staff have been with us for more than ten years

95%

of staff are proud to work for Weldmar and enjoy the work they do

97%

of volunteers say they would recommend Weldmar as a place to do volunteering


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Pay and Benefits

There are lots of reasons to consider a career at Weldmar Hospicecare.  Not just in terms of our competitive pay structure, but also the wellness packages we offer to all staff, education and development opportunities, holiday entitlements and your work-life balance.

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Weldmar's Values

Our Values

  • We care for the people we support, who support us, each other and ourselves.
  • We act with integrity by building relationships based on being honest and fair with open communication.
  • We are warm and welcoming to everyone.
  • We are adaptable, always seeking ways to improve and develop as a charity and as individuals
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Training and Development

At Weldmar Hospicecare we are committed to investing in your growth and development. When you join our team, you gain access to a comprehensive education offer designed to support your career aspirations, build your confidence, and help you reach your full potential.

We provide a range of learning and development opportunities, whether you’re starting your career or looking to expand your expertise:

Internal & External Training Programmes – Industry-leading training tailored to your role
Apprenticeships – Earn while you learn, gaining valuable qualifications
Short Courses – Focused sessions to help you upskill and develop
Bitesize Learning Sessions – Quick, engaging learning opportunities that fit into your schedule

Our education offer is delivered by a dedicated team of clinical and non-clinical facilitators, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience. Additionally, we partner with external companies and organisations to ensure you receive the highest quality training and access to the latest industry developments.

Join us and be part of a team that values your growth and invests in your future. With us, you’ll have the tools, training, and support to succeed.

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Weldmar Hospicecare recognises and values that society is made up of people from wide-ranging backgrounds, and we treat everyone as an individual, with everyone having equal and fair opportunities.

Applications for both job vacancies and volunteer roles are welcome from anyone, regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, race and ethnicity, or religion and beliefs.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

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