TYA Cancer Youth Support Coordinator (Part-Time Secondment)

Leeds Teaching Hospitals; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust invites applications for a Band 5 Youth Support Coordinator to join the Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Service. This fixed-term/secondment post supports 13-25 year olds affected by cancer, delivering one-to-one care in hospital, at home and in the community.

The role focuses on emotional, social and developmental support, working with families and the multidisciplinary team to promote resilience and transition into adult care.

Qualifications

• Has experience of working with young people in healthcare, community, education, youth work or related settings.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and families.
• Demonstrates empathy, resilience and the ability to support young people through illness and transitions.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to young people with a cancer diagnosis in hospital, at home and within the community.
• Facilitate opportunities for peer support and connection among young people aged 13-25 years.
• Support young people through key transitions including education, employment, independence and moving into adult care.
• Work closely with families, clinical teams, and external partners to deliver holistic, age-appropriate care.
• Advocate for the unique needs of teenagers and young adults within healthcare settings.
• Provide guidance and support to the Band 4 Youth Support Worker.
• Help develop programmes and initiatives that promote resilience, wellbeing and personal growth.

Skills

Experience with young people

Excellent communication

Empathy and compassion

Advocacy for young people

Job description

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust invites applications for a Band 5 Youth Support Coordinator to join the Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Service. This fixed-term/secondment post supports 13-25 year olds affected by cancer, delivering one-to-one care in hospital, at home and in the community.

The role focuses on emotional, social and developmental support, working with families and the multidisciplinary team to promote resilience and transition into adult care.