Senior Social Worker for Cancer and Palliative Care

CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title
Senior Social Worker for Cancer and Palliative Care

Employer
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Job Type
Permanent

Salary/Pay Rate
£51883.00 to £58544.00

Job Location Type
On-site

Job Locations
Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7QB

Application Close Date
17 April 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced and motivated Social Worker to join the cancer and palliative care teams at Kingston & Richmond NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality social work services to patients and their families, ensuring holistic support throughout their cancer treatment and palliative care journey.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide emotional and practical support to patients and families.
2. Conduct assessments of patients' social needs and develop care plans.
3. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
4. Advocate for patients' rights and access to services.
5. Support families in navigating the healthcare system and accessing resources.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Qualified Social Worker with relevant experience in cancer and palliative care.
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
4. Commitment to continuous professional development.