Social Worker (Maternity Cover)

Today, 12 children and young people will be diagnosed with cancer. We ll stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time. Salary: £38,834 21 - 35 hours a week (Part time/full time hours available: we re open to working hours outside of 9 - 5 and we can talk through your flexibility requirements at interview stage) Up to 1 year fixed term contract (maternity cover) Hybrid working - home and hospital based various possible locations available; Bristol Childrens Hospital Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital Gloucestershire Royal Hospital Derriford Hospital Plymouth Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Royal Cornwall Hospital Closing date: Sunday 26 April 2026 Interview dates: W/C 4 May 2026 Change lives in a life-changing career When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain. The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. That s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time. We challenge the systems and policies that surround children and young people, we highlight gaps and campaign for change. Because we ..... full job details .....