Social Worker - Bradford Hospice
| Posting date: | 28 October 2024 |
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| Salary: | £37,338.00 to £44,962.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £37338.00 - £44962.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 November 2024 |
| Location: | Bradford, BD3 9LE |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | B0516-24-0262 |
Summary
Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 6 (aligned with AFC) £37,338 - £44,962 pro rata per annum Hours/Contract:Part time -22.5 hours per week Contract Type: 6 monthsFixed Term Based: Bradford Hospice Closing date:18th November 2024 Interview date: 26th November 2024 As a Social worker at Bradford Hospice You will provide excellent psychosocial support to patients and their families known to the hospice. The post holder will support developments within the patient and family support team and work closely with clinicians and managers in ensuring relevant national guidelines are followed and implemented, the safeguarding of both adults and children, supporting the delivery of high-quality care. You will have experience working with patients and their families in health care settings and in their communities using a broad range of social work skills. You will be an effective communicator with good interpersonal skills. In return we offer you the opportunity to work within our supportive teams, which promote and support ongoing development. What we are looking for: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work as an autonomous practitioner, as well as a team player Knowledge and understanding of palliative care Degree in Social Work or equivalent Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience with discharge planning Experience dealing with safeguarding concerns. Due to the nature of the role, you will require access to a car and a valid UK driving license. Marie Curie Benefits Package Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work Defined contribution schemes for Pension(the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%) Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems Introduce a friend scheme Help with childcare cost (T & C's apply) Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme Life assurance for all employees What's in it for you: Annual leave allowance: 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata) Annual leave aligned to NHS (subject to eligibility, which must be most recent continuous service immediately prior to joining MC with no breaks of service) Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave Continuous Professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development) Industry leading training programmes Flexible Working Free DBS To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one. We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity. Were committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.