Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Breast cancer support worker

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Job summary

The post holder will support cancer patients and their family/friends under the guidance and supervision of a registered practitioner during their cancer journey. This is from referral to diagnosis, through treatment and follow-up with living with and beyond cancer, covering elements of the recovery package: Personalised care, which will involve psychological and informational support.

Main duties of the job

They will act as a point of contact for those patients who will have been prepared by their clinical team for self-managing their follow up and will be able to direct patients to appropriate resources and support which will help them to a more effective recovering and rehabilitation.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Date posted

25 January 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£29,460 to £31,909 a year incl HCAS per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

252-5974850

Job locations

Queen Marys Hospital

Frogmore Ave,

Sidcup

DA14 6LT

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

Educated to diploma level or equivalent experience e.g. good knowledge across a range of health or social care settings

Desirable

Courses/further study attended to demonstrate evidence of personal development
NVQ level 3

Experience

Essential

Previous administrative experience
Experience of dealing with nonroutine and complex problems and progress chasing

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Able to learn and assimilate information quickly
Excellent IT skills
Proven ability to work to deadlines, prioritise and multi-task
Ability to collect data and input electronically
Ability to prioritise and work unsupervised.
Excellent organisation skills
Excellent Interpersonal skills

Desirable

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word
Proficient in the use of hospital computerised patient systems PAS, Radiology and Pathology
Medical terminology

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

Educated to diploma level or equivalent experience e.g. good knowledge across a range of health or social care settings

Desirable

Courses/further study attended to demonstrate evidence of personal development
NVQ level 3

Experience

Essential

Previous administrative experience
Experience of dealing with nonroutine and complex problems and progress chasing

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Able to learn and assimilate information quickly
Excellent IT skills
Proven ability to work to deadlines, prioritise and multi-task
Ability to collect data and input electronically
Ability to prioritise and work unsupervised.
Excellent organisation skills
Excellent Interpersonal skills

Desirable

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word
Proficient in the use of hospital computerised patient systems PAS, Radiology and Pathology
Medical terminology

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Queen Marys Hospital

Frogmore Ave,

Sidcup

DA14 6LT

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Queen Marys Hospital

Frogmore Ave,

Sidcup

DA14 6LT

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)