Cancer Support Worker Role with Sponsorship in Brighton Hove, Apply Now

Location
Brighton & Hove, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
27,485 to 30,162 per year

About University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK, with hospitals across Brighton, Hove, and Sussex. They’re deeply committed to improving patient care while supporting the people who deliver it. Their cancer services team stands at the frontline of compassion, ensuring individuals navigate their diagnosis and treatment with clarity and care.

Job details

Benefits

• Visa sponsorship available – offering a smooth path to work and live in the UK
• Supportive work environment – feel encouraged and guided by a close-knit clinical team
• Impactful work – help patients manage real-life challenges beyond the hospital setting
• Flexible learning opportunities – grow your skills through ongoing development and short training courses
• Macmillan engagement – benefit from a trusted network of professional support and resources

Requirements

• Level 4 qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent experience
• Strong written communication and triage skills
• Sound understanding of equality and diversity, with evidence of inclusive practice
• Confident using IT systems and handling admin tasks
• Previous experience in a health or social care setting

Salary Details

This role offers a competitive NHS Band 4 salary, ranging from 27,485 to 30,162 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

About the Role

This is more than a support job. It’s about helping people feel human again in the middle of a cancer diagnosis. You’ll join a trusted team of support workers and work closely with Clinical Nurse Specialists to guide patients across their care pathway. Based mainly at The Royal Sussex County Hospital, with occasional travel to nearby UHSussex sites, you’ll help patients navigate both the clinical and non-clinical challenges that come with cancer.

From triaging helpline calls to supporting care planning, you’ll be the calm in someone’s storm. Whether it’s helping them fill out forms or understanding what happens next, your guidance can make their world feel just a little less overwhelming.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate care and act as a single access point for patients needing urgent support
• Triage calls on the CNS helpline and offer guidance, signposting, or onward referrals
• Support Holistic Needs Assessments and care planning through face-to-face clinics
• Attend clinics and cancer centres to support information-sharing and follow-ups
• Connect patients to wider health and social care resources when needed
• Encourage self-management and healthy living habits in cancer recovery
• Act as an advocate and barrier-breaker in moments where care gets stuck
• Promote awareness of Macmillan resources and identify as a Macmillan professional
• Contribute to the improvement of care pathways through collaboration and feedback

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. This helps ensure safety across patient-facing roles.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They’re committed to inclusion, diversity, and fairness. They actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and provide a work culture where everyone feels supported and heard.

Employer Details

• Company Name: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: The Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton & Hove, UK
• Contact: Available via NHS Jobs portal

Reference Number
279-6366280-JUL25

How To Apply
Looking for meaningful NHS work with real patient connection and professional growth? Apply now before the deadline closes on 05 August 2025.