Advertised from 11 September 2026

Role

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Group Support Facilitator to join our Living with Uncertainty/Fear of Recurrence Group Programme (funded by National Lottery Community Fund) supporting people who are affected by cancer, to manage the psychological and emotional impact.

About the Role

Beatson Cancer Charity is looking for an experienced and empathetic Group Support Facilitator to join our small team; the Facilitator will work with our psychologist to deliver support. This will be delivered within an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and person centered framework.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting triage and assessment of new referrals.
• Undertaking risk assessments and making appropriate onward referrals.
• Supporting the delivery of ACT-based group support programmes.
• Providing pre and post-group psychosocial support and coaching.
• Using validated assessment tools to plan and evaluate support.
• Maintaining accurate records and outcome data.
• Building relationships with stakeholders and contributing to service development.

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave pro rata, inclusive of public holidays.
• Generous pension scheme with 7% employer and 3% employee contributions, pro rata.
• Supportive and collaborative working culture.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 confidential wellbeing, financial and legal support.

About You

You will be a compassionate professional with experience supporting individuals and families affected by long-term health conditions and emotional distress. You will be educated to a degree level or equivalent within a relevant field (Health, Psychology, AHP, Nursing, Social Sciences, Counselling, CBT) and possess excellent communication, assessment and relationship building skills. Experience in cancer care, ACT-based approaches, or group facilitation would be advantageous.

About Beatson Cancer Charity

Beatson Cancer Charity supports and enhances the treatment, care and wellbeing of current, former and future cancer patients and their families. Working in partnership with the NHS, The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre and all related facilities. We also offer the wider community a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of cancer care.

Application notes

Apply Now

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and support a patient facing function within a respected charity, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application today with your CV and cover letter to recruitment@beatsoncancercharity.org to take the next step in your career.

Other roles you may have experience of could include

Group Facilitator, Cancer Support Facilitator, Wellbeing Facilitator, Psychosocial Support Worker, Cancer Support Worker, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, Assistant Psychologist, Counselling Support Worker, Health and Wellbeing Practitioner, Support Coordinator, Care Coordinator, Community Outreach Practitioner or Social Prescribing Link Worker.

Closing Date: Sunday 27 September 2026

Interviews: In person at the Gartnavel Campus on Monday 5 October 2026

We reserve the right to withdraw or close this vacancy early. Applicants are advised to submit their application at the earliest opportunity.