SOCIAL WORKER

Integrated Care System; Romford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading palliative care provider in Romford is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to join their Family and Individual Support Services team. This role involves providing emotional and practical support to patients and families facing serious illness, alongside a multidisciplinary team. Applicants should have a degree in Social Work and relevant experience in palliative care. The position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative workplace

Meaningful work

Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker with experience in palliative care.
• Understanding of psycho-social issues in end-of-life care.
• Familiarity with group facilitation and outreach strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality palliative social work care.
• Support multidisciplinary team with psycho-social issues.
• Facilitate and coordinate group work and outreach sessions.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of palliative care

Advocacy

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Registered Social Worker

Job description

Are you a compassionate and skilled Social Worker with a heart for advocacy, empathy, and connection? Do you believe in the power of truly being there for people during life's most profound moments? If so, we would love to meet you.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our Family and Individual Support Services team at the hospice. This is a unique and deeply rewarding role, working alongside a vibrant multidisciplinary team including counsellors, chaplains, therapists, telephone support assistants, and other professionals. Together, we walk alongside individuals and families navigating palliative illness, end-of-life care needs, and bereavement.

Main duties of the job

What You'll Do:

• Provide emotional, practical, and psychosocial support to patients, carers, and families.
• Advocate for carers and those facing serious illness, helping them access the support they need.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the hospice to deliver holistic, person-centred care.
• Be a reassuring presence, a skilled listener, and a compassionate guide through complex times.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.
• Has strong communication and advocacy skills.
• Understands the unique dynamics of end-of-life care.
• Thrives in a team-focused, supportive environment.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and collaborative workplace.
• Opportunities for professional development and reflective practice.
• The chance to be part of something truly meaningful.
• Based at the hospice with access to the community.
• Full-time or job share options are flexible for the right person.

Any questions please contact Shahina Haque, Family & Individual Support Manager at 01708 753319, who would be happy to talk it through with you.

About us

We are a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation delivering a full range of specialist palliative care services for individuals and their loved ones with life-limiting illness. We achieved an Outstanding rating in our CQC inspection and have reconfigured our services to meet the changing needs of our local community. We support 5 Clinical Commissioning Groups and have a robust governance structure. Our services include ward clinical care within a modern, friendly 18-bedded unit, as well as a Specialist Community Crisis Support Service, Hospice at Home, and a Specialist Day Therapy Service. We also have the Pepperell Education Centre, renowned for delivering high-quality education programmes and study days.

All communication regarding your application, including interview invitations, will be sent to your email address and not via NHS Jobs, so please ensure you provide a valid email and contact number on your application form.

Saint Francis Hospice is a charity based in the UK. We require all successful candidates to provide documentary ID proof of their Right to Work in the UK. We are not a Licensed Sponsor and cannot support sponsorship applications from outside the UK.

Please note that we are a charity and not part of an NHS Trust. We are situated in a quiet location in Havering-atte-Bower, outskirts of Romford, so please consider our location when applying.

Job responsibilities

JOB TITLE: SOCIAL WORKER.

GRADE: Band 6a.

HOURS OF DUTY: 37.5 per week or Job Share.

REPORTS TO: Family and Individual Support Services Manager.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS: Family & Individual Support Services Manager, team members, and wider MDT.

RESPONSIBLE FOR: This role does not have line management responsibility.

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide high-quality palliative social work care, including bereavement support, to people under the care of the hospice, their families, and carers.

To provide advice, education, and support to the wider multidisciplinary hospice team regarding psycho-social issues.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Provide palliative social work care to patients, families, and carers.
• Support other team members in their roles.
• Participate in educational programmes and contribute to networks for palliative care social work.
• Promote equitable access to social work, psychological, and bereavement services.
• Act as a Safeguarding Lead, undertaking necessary training and ensuring legislation compliance.
• Facilitate and coordinate group work and outreach sessions.
• Provide Carers Assessments and emotional support.
• Collaborate with psychotherapists/psychologists for seamless support.
• Maintain high standards of clinical recording and report writing.
• Provide supervision/support to other social workers as required.
• Manage service budget and utilize restricted funds appropriately.

Communications

• Liaise with professionals and external organisations.
• Ensure care needs are met through effective communication.
• Represent the hospice at functions and contribute to the development of communication systems.

Education

• Participate in in-house educational programmes and training.
• Deliver training for social work students and other professionals.
• Engage in research, audits, and setting standards.

Professional responsibilities

• Maintain professional development and registration.

Person Specification

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge/Communication

• Ability to work autonomously and in a team.
• Effective communication skills with children, young people, families, and colleagues.
• Awareness of current issues in palliative care social work.
• Experience working in palliative care and with bereaved adults.
• Facilitation skills for group work.

Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker.
• Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
• Post-qualifying awards or other relevant qualifications.

Experience

• Team working experience.
• Experience with multidisciplinary teams and complex communication.

Other requirements

• Excellent communication skills.
• Current valid driving licence and insurance for business purposes.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check due to the nature of the role.

Salary: £36,971 to £43,792 per year. Our posts do not attract High Cost Area or Fringe allowances.