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Specialist Social Worker, Paediatric Metabolic Service

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

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Salary
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum pro rata
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
26 Apr 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
10 Apr 2026

Job overview

Are you an experienced Social Worker passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people?

We are seeking a dynamic individual who has an interest in working in a specialist and learning-rich environment, who can demonstrate compassion and empathy for our children, young people and their families. The individual will be joining the multi-professional team across both Nottingham and Leicester Children’s Hospitals as part of the East Midland’s Paediatric Metabolic Service.

Main duties of the job

As the Social Worker within the team, you will be a key member of the multidisciplinary metabolic team, working closely with consultants, dietitians, and allied professionals across hospitals and community settings. You will support children and their families through complex care pathways, helping them navigate clinical, emotional, and practical challenges.

If you would like to work in a friendly environment and are motivated and enthusiastic about making a difference to the care of patients with inherited metabolic disorders, we would like to hear from you!

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification documents for detailed description of responsibilities for this post