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Job requirements
Essential
10 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Relevant health or social care experience at Agenda for Change Band 3 or equivalent
- Experience
Experience of multi-professional working
- Experience
Experience in the use of data management
- Experience
Knowledge of patient needs when being treated in a healthcare setting
- Experience
Evidence of good communications skills
- Experience
Experience of coaching/teaching patients and carers
- Qualifications
GCSE English Language and Mathematics (Grades A-C) or equivalent
- Qualifications
NVQ4 or NVQ3 plus additional training to diploma level equivalent, or equivalent through short courses
- Knowledge and Experience
Understanding of person-centered care
- Knowledge and Experience
Understanding of the health and social care environment
Desirable
8 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Qualifications
Evidence of continued role development
- Qualifications
Coaching or teaching qualification
- Qualifications
European Computer Driving License or equivalent
- Qualifications
Willingness to undertake learning and development courses
- Knowledge and Experience
Understanding of Clatterbridge Cancer Centre and the role of specialist oncology trusts
- Knowledge and Experience
Experience in coordinating a patient workload
- Knowledge and Experience
Knowledge of relevant cancer treatments, interventions and terminology
- Knowledge and Experience
Awareness of Improving Outcomes: A Strategy for Cancer and other national cancer policies
Job overview
Right to work: We actively promote diversity and inclusion. Please note that this role does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
The Gynae cancer team is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Band 4 Cancer Support Worker, to join the team in a cancer support worker role for a 12 month period to cover maternity leave.
The successful applicant must be motivated and enthusiastic about the specialist care needs of this patient group. They should be an outstanding communicator, able to demonstrate first-rate organisational and multitasking skills and have the ability to prioritise effectively and efficiently in a busy and fast paced work environment. You should possess advanced computer skills and a knowledge of community health services. They should be able to work well autonomously and as part of a strong multidisciplinary team in order to deliver and maintain a high quality of care.
Main duties of the job
The successful individual will have a role in contributing to the delivery of the Trust Objectives as well as objectives for the Gynae Cancer Service ensuring that the care delivered reflects the trusts vision and values.
The post holder will conduct holistic needs assessment and support to patients and their carer`s throughout their care pathway, as well as providing support to staff throughout the trust. The post holder will support the consultant and nursing team as well as signposting services for patients
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Cancer Support Worker - Gynae with The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Cancer support worker role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Secondment: 12 months (or until post holder returns, whichever is earlier - covering maternity). The application deadline is 08 Oct 2026.
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