Cancer Support Worker

Cancer Support Worker

The closing date is 26 January 2026

The post holder will be required to work alongside the band 7 nurse prescriber as well part of the immediate MDT and larger teams participating in the holistic assessment of Breast patients. You will give generic advice, undertake some direct patient care, bloods, ECGs etc and help navigate the breast patient receiving Ribociclib throughout the pathway.

The main part of the role will be focused on the introduction of the NICE TAG support Ribociclib

You will provide essential communication to improve patient experience and quality of care, reducing lengths of stay and avoiding unnecessary hospital admissions.

You will support the band 7 and lead consultant in the planning and development of the future service in accordance with the Trust's policies and procedures utilising the most effective resources.

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

More detail about the role

The Oncology and Haematology services have been successful in gaining a significant financial investment, increasing the head count by an additional 79 posts across the multi-disciplinary team.

The Breast team are looking for a self-motivated, dynamic, enthusiastic, patient focused band 4 support worker to support the breast team, especially then band 7 with the implementation of Ribociclib.

The role will be solely focused on the implementation of Ribociclib for the first 12 months, helping the MDT with patient navigation, bloods, ECGs etc the funding supports a 12-month fixed term post with future potential to make substantive

As a breast support working you will holistically assess the patients current needs providing supportive care to improve their cancer experience and quality of life

You will be an integrated member of the multidisciplinary team working across the whole patient pathway. This will incorporate supporting the patient as required throughout their oncological/haematological pathway. You will be expected to work within the team as well as autonomously, prioritising and managing your caseload and time appropriately.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hrs

Interview Date:
To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Clare Rowley, Clinical Matron, cancer services and or Pippa Clifton

This is a fixed term contract for 18 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close…