Job Summary
The postholder will support the ongoing implementation and delivery of Personalised Care for people affected by cancer, specifically carrying out holistic needs assessment (HNA’s) with patients and producing associated care and support plans.
The postholder will also support the Skin Cancer CNS’ with admin and developing the skin cancer service.
The postholder’s main base with be Salford Royal, however they will be required to cross cover with the other Band 4 Skin Cancer Support Worker (Stockport) with off site Bury patients to ensure continuity across the service and annual leave cover.
Although this role is based at Salford Royal, there will be expectations to also cover Bury workload with other Band 4 support worker and so travel there may be required if needed.
Main duties of the job
To support the successful implementation of holistic needs assessments (HNA’s) for people affected by cancer across the NCA, assisting with the process of offering and delivering HNA’s to patients and producing associated, comprehensive care and support plans
- Providing health and well-being information and support in relation to their cancer, signposting to supportive services to enable navigation of health and social care; to empower the patient to manage their cancer.
- Work closely with the Skin Cancer CNS team and Macmillan Information & Support Service to ensure appropriate referrals to the service are made.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs Grade C or above in Maths and English Language / New GCSE Grade 4-9 in Maths and English Language OR Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Equivalent
- Qualification in healthcare related subject / equivalent knowledge and experience at Level 3 or above (e.g.: Health and Social Care / Diagnostics and Therapeutics
- High standard of English and an ability to convey information accurately, succinctly and in a sensitive manner both verbally & in writing.
Desirable
- Communication skills training
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Excellent communications skills with experience of dealing with challenging / distressing situations.
- Able to provide high quality and accurate written information.
- Understanding of personalised care and the importance of this
- Excellent organisation, planning and time management skills
- Demonstrable IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Desirable
- Experience of providing support to people affected by cancer.
- Experience of undertaking holistic needs assessments
- Knowledge of cancer, cancer treatments and cancer pathways
- Dermatology experience
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills (written, oral and electronic)
- High levels of empathy and ability to deal with situations compassionately.
- Good organisation skills and attention to detail and problem solving skills.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Closing Date: 23 December 2024
