Skin Cancer Support Worker: Part-Time, 12-Month FTC

NHS; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time work

Job share

Flexible working

Job summary

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group in Northamptonshire is recruiting a Skin Cancer Support Worker (Band 4) on a fixed-term basis for 12 months. The role supports patients and carers living with and beyond skin cancer under the Macmillan Skin Cancer CNS team.

The post involves information provision, practical support, signposting, and coordinating care to help patients navigate their pathway. Applicants should have relevant cancer care experience and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level in English and Maths or equivalent level of education, training or experience.
• Communication Skills Training.
• Vocational Qualification Level 4.
• Foundations in Cancer Care.

Responsibilities

• Support the Macmillan Skin Cancer CNS team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to patients and carers affected by skin cancer.
• Assist with holistic needs assessments and personalised care planning, information and signposting.
• Be a key point of contact for patients and carers, handling telephone enquiries and signposting appropriately.
• Coordinate aspects of the patient pathway including appointments and follow-up with wider MDT.
• Communicate with hospital teams, primary care and voluntary services to ensure timely access to information and support.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal

Observation and assessment

Teamwork and autonomy

Working under pressure

Organisational skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Communication Skills Training

Vocational Qualification Level 4

Foundations in Cancer Care

Job description

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group in Northamptonshire is recruiting a Skin Cancer Support Worker (Band 4) on a fixed-term basis for 12 months. The role supports patients and carers living with and beyond skin cancer under the Macmillan Skin Cancer CNS team.

The post involves information provision, practical support, signposting, and coordinating care to help patients navigate their pathway. Applicants should have relevant cancer care experience and good communication skills.