Job summary

New Barn Close has a great opportunity for someone who has experience of working in General Practice or other healthcare organisation.

We are offering a part time role , likely 20-25 hours over 4 days, but these are open to negotiation.

We are looking for someone who is organised and methodical to oversee general premises maintenance to ensure we comply with all health and safety requirements, manage rolling maintenance processes and equipment inline with established protocols.

Maintain general housekeeping supplies and consumables for all departments.

Maintain all registers inline with regulatory protocols

Human Resource responsibilities, maintaining staff records, training and recruitment processes

Provide appropriate assistance to the Practice Manager in all day-to-day activities and duties, including CQC compliance

Main duties of the job

• Support Practice Manager in planning and co-ordinating the recruitment process to include interviewing, obtaining references, DBS checks and related paperwork inline with practice recruitment process.
• Maintain all staff leave records and co-ordinate staff training, ensuring diligent record keeping.
• Potential line management responsibilities of identified administration staff.
• Act as practice fire officer, organising regular fire drills and documenting accordingly
• Ensure housekeeping and consumable orders are made ensuring supplies are maintained
• Raise POs for equipment/maintenance contracts
• PCSE ordering prescription paper etc
• Ensure procurement of Practice equipment, supplies and services are within target budgets.
• Ensure that Practice premises are properly maintained and monitored in line with contractual obligations.
• Ensure fire prevention and security systems are maintained, and contractor obligations are delivered.
• Liaise with facility and equipment contractors to ensure building and equipment is maintained. Reporting and following up facility maintenance issues with landlord maintenance contractors
• Maintain maintenance registers in line with regulatory requirements.

About us

New Barn Close Surgery is a dispensing GP surgery located in Broadway, Worcestershire, with 3 GP partners and 4 salaried GP's providing primary care services to approximately 8000 patients.

We are a training practice for Specialist Trainee GP doctors and have a rotating final year medical student from Birmingham University.

Our nursing team comprises of a Practice nurse manager, three practice nurses, 2 HCA's and a phlebotomist.

We also have a strong and hard working Administration team.

We moved into our new surgery in October 2021 which provides us with a modern purpose built building to meet all our patient and staff needs. We have ample free car parking for staff and patients, including electric car charging points.

We have an onsite dispensary which serves approximately 50% of our patients.

Our close-knit team is committed to offering high quality, safe and effective care with a focus on providing excellent patient access and continuity of care.

The NHS GP Patient Survey is a barometer of GP Practice services across England. New Barn Close surgery came out as the highest rated surgery in the Vale of Evesham in 2026 as voted by our own patients.

We were rated as overall Good in our last CQC inspection (May 2025)

Website www.newbarnclose.co.uk

Job summary

Based at our offices in Sutton and Wallington, you will be at the heart of change, driving projects from inception to completion. The role will involve travel to other Trust sites.

What we're seeking:An Experienced Senior Project Manager.Experience in the healthcare sector and ideally delivered genomics projects.Proven track record of successfully delivering projects.Exceptional communication skills.You have demonstrated leadership ability and expertise in matrix management.A PRINCE2 practitioner level qualification.As the Programme Manager (Genomics), you'll not only lead projects but also play a pivotal role in developing the professional skills of our team. Through peer reviews and personal development initiatives, you'll ensure that each team member delivers project outputs to the highest standard, always on time and within budget.

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare at RMH..

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be responsible for managing the development and delivery of a number of strategic clinical digital projects, including, but not limited to:

o The development and delivery of a comprehensive programme of digital projects to support expanded and /or improved clinical/laboratory service delivery, primarily related to Genomics. This consists of a complex set of sub-projects. The role will be supported by experienced subject matter experts.o Provision of programme management governance and formal report submission to Senior Responsible Officers and to Trust Clinical Genomics / transformation programme boards.o Responsibility for delivering projects on time, to budget and to agreed quality standards that meet business needs. The appointee will liaise with the key stakeholders from the business and the Digital Diagnostics Programme, working closely with other Programme and Project Managers and Workstream Leads.o There will be a requirement for the post holder to liaise with external stakeholders, specifically senior leadership at the North Thames Genomics Medicine Service (NTGMS).

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£72,719 to £83,505 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

282-SA1894

Job locations

Royal Marsden Hospital

Wallington

SM6 0DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification

• Responsible for the effective delivery of key strategic Genomic data & digital programmes along with some Pathology projects where appropriate.
• To deliver all projects in full compliance with the Trusts PMO framework.
• Ensure delivery of key elements against agreed milestones, budget and timelines with demonstration of success, outcomes measure and key performance indicators.
• Responsible for programme planning, including project reporting,monthly highlight reports, updating the risk logs, producing exception reports and ensuring that all work remains on target to deliver agreed objective.
• Ability to work as part of a larger team and when required independently.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification Responsible for the effective delivery of key strategic Genomic data & digital programmes along with some Pathology projects where appropriate. To deliver all projects in full compliance with the Trusts PMO framework. Ensure delivery of key elements against agreed milestones, budget and timelines with demonstration of success, outcomes measure and key performance indicators. Responsible for programme planning, including project reporting,monthly highlight reports, updating the risk logs, producing exception reports and ensuring that all work remains on target to deliver agreed objective. Ability to work as part of a larger team and when required independently.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
• Prince 2 Practitioner level

Desirable

• MSP qualified
• ITIL qualified

Skills Abilities / Knowledge

Essential

• Theoretical Knowledge of Project Management Techniques
• Theoretical Knowledge of Change Management Techniques
• Highly developed motivational, influencing and negotiating skills with proven success
• Well-developed presentation skills
• Advanced and proven programme management experience
• Excellent Report writing and budgeting skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Excellent organisational and time management skills including delivery to tight deadlines
• Ability to prioritise conflicting demands
• Practical experience of applying and adapting Prince2 techniques
• Demonstrable leadership qualities
• Able to inspire and motivate staff at all levels
• Able to work as part of a team
• Self- motivated and able to work autonomously

Desirable

• Understanding of how a hospital functions

Experience

Essential

• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently
• Experience of leading a team and working effectively across a range of clinical/ department areas.
• Experience of change management and overcoming resistance to change
• Evidence of successful completion of complex projects within set timescales
• Successful delivery of 3rd party supplier led projects
• Experience of managing data migration / integration projects

Desirable

• Experience managing projects with a contract value of £1m or more in a healthcare setting
• Experience in Requirements Gathering

Other Requirements

Essential

• Willingness to travel and independently mobile

Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Prince 2 Practitioner level Desirable MSP qualified ITIL qualified Skills Abilities / Knowledge Essential Theoretical Knowledge of Project Management Techniques Theoretical Knowledge of Change Management Techniques Highly developed motivational, influencing and negotiating skills with proven success Well-developed presentation skills Advanced and proven programme management experience Excellent Report writing and budgeting skills Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Excellent organisational and time management skills including delivery to tight deadlines Ability to prioritise conflicting demands Practical experience of applying and adapting Prince2 techniques Demonstrable leadership qualities Able to inspire and motivate staff at all levels Able to work as part of a team Self- motivated and able to work autonomously Desirable Understanding of how a hospital functions Experience Essential Experience managing multiple projects concurrently Experience of leading a team and working effectively across a range of clinical/ department areas. Experience of change management and overcoming resistance to change Evidence of successful completion of complex projects within set timescales Successful delivery of 3rd party supplier led projects Experience of managing data migration / integration projects Desirable Experience managing projects with a contract value of £1m or more in a healthcare setting Experience in Requirements Gathering Other Requirements Essential Willingness to travel and independently mobile

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Marsden Hospital

Wallington

SM6 0DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Marsden Hospital

Wallington

SM6 0DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation TrustBand 7 Neuro-Oncology Occupational Therapist, Sutton and Chelsea37.5 hours per week.

Award-Winning Patient CareWe're world-renowned for our research and treatment of cancer and we have been awarded the Charter Mark for our commitment to excellence in patient care.

What can we provide for you?

The opportunity to work within the largest cancer centre in Europe and to build on your existing skills and experience. The hospital encourages professional and personal development through an in-service education programme and support for study leave.

How do we work?We take a multiprofessional approach to the rehabilitation of patients with cancer undergoing treatment.

This post is dedicated to the rehabilitation of patients with neuro-oncology diagnoses. The post holder will be pivotal in the development of the neuro-oncology service as well as the key professional in providing Occupational Therapy input for the neuro-oncology patients as well as those with neurological deficits resulting from cancer and its treatment.The Royal Marsden Foundation NHS Trust is the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe with an international reputation for high quality patient care, research & development and education.

To make an informal enquiry or to visit us, please contact Lauren Blackburn, Lead OT, on 020 8661 3090

Application pack please contact, please contact the Recruitment Bureau on 020 8643 5846 (24 hour answerphone), quoting reference number.'

Main duties of the job

• Cancer care is a rapidly developing area of expertise within Occupational Therapy.
• This Band 7 Occupational Therapist will jointly lead the Neuro-Oncology service with Physiotherapy colleagues across both sites of the Trust. They will treat inpatients and manage and prioritise outpatient referrals, co-ordinate outpatient appointments, assess patients, provide and develop the neuro-oncology service to this patient group including the use of supported self-management strategies and onward referral.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

282-SA1903

Job locations

Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea

Cheslea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification

Undertake and oversee all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.

• The Band 7 Occupational Therapist is responsible for the provision of a high quality and evidence-based service. The post holder is a skilled practitioner, who will act as a source of knowledge and expertise for patients, families and other members of the health care team. The post holder takes a lead role in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the occupational therapy service within areas of advanced clinical practice.
• Provide a holistic and advanced assessment of patients with primary Central Nervous System tumours. These patients may present with complex physical, emotional and psychological needs as a result of their cancer diagnosis and its treatment with surgery, radiotherapy, protons and systemic anti-cancer therapy.

Key areas of responsibility

• Working autonomously in ward (including CCU) and outpatient settings to provide complex clinical assessment of the physical, biomechanical, sensory, psychological, cognitive, perceptual, and interpersonal deficits affecting the functioning of individuals with neuro-oncology diagnosis and neurological problems arising from cancer; as well as support their families and carers through the use of advanced clinical reasoning.
• Developing and implementing individual specialised therapeutic rehabilitation programmes specific to patients needs based on activity analysis using a client-centred, problem solving approach.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Education, Research and Development Responsibilities

• Leading the collection and collation of data and publication of evidence through approved research and audit e.g. publishing articles in recognized professional journals.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of education programmes within the Royal Marsden School of Cancer Nursing & Rehabilitation e.g. teaching on modules of the AHP post-graduate diploma/Masters courses, nursing and AHP diploma/degree courses and specific study days and conferences.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification Undertake and oversee all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. The Band 7 Occupational Therapist is responsible for the provision of a high quality and evidence-based service. The post holder is a skilled practitioner, who will act as a source of knowledge and expertise for patients, families and other members of the health care team. The post holder takes a lead role in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the occupational therapy service within areas of advanced clinical practice. Provide a holistic and advanced assessment of patients with primary Central Nervous System tumours. These patients may present with complex physical, emotional and psychological needs as a result of their cancer diagnosis and its treatment with surgery, radiotherapy, protons and systemic anti-cancer therapy. Key areas of responsibility Working autonomously in ward (including CCU) and outpatient settings to provide complex clinical assessment of the physical, biomechanical, sensory, psychological, cognitive, perceptual, and interpersonal deficits affecting the functioning of individuals with neuro-oncology diagnosis and neurological problems arising from cancer; as well as support their families and carers through the use of advanced clinical reasoning. Developing and implementing individual specialised therapeutic rehabilitation programmes specific to patients needs based on activity analysis using a client-centred, problem solving approach. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Education, Research and Development Responsibilities Leading the collection and collation of data and publication of evidence through approved research and audit e.g. publishing articles in recognized professional journals. Contributing to the development and implementation of education programmes within the Royal Marsden School of Cancer Nursing & Rehabilitation e.g. teaching on modules of the AHP post-graduate diploma/Masters courses, nursing and AHP diploma/degree courses and specific study days and conferences.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• State Registration with Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC) for Occupational Therapy.
• Evidence of experience in clinical supervision and appraisal.
• Evidence of experience in leadership, project management, audit, outcomes measurement and clinical governance.
• Evidence of experience in presentation and teaching skills.
• Post-grad study days/courses in oncology/neuro-oncology/palliative care.
• Significant post graduate clinical experience with a minimum of two years' experience in oncology and neuro-oncology.

Desirable

• Membership of a clinical interest group in occupational therapy.
• Approved fieldwork supervisor course.
• Accredited wheelchair course.
• Accredited splinting and hand therapy course.

Skills Abilities/knowledge

Essential

• Advanced knowledge of functional assessment and treatment techniques for oncology, neuro-oncology and palliative care patients, including physical, cognitive, psychosocial functional assessments and treatment, as well as specific symptom and lifestyle management techniques (e.g. relaxation, anxiety, breathlessness and fatigue management).
• Risk assessment: Ability to carry out risk assessments concerning patients and staff safety, including Manual Handling. Ability to assess risks associated with lone working, take responsibility for reporting to colleagues and ensuring self and patient are safe at all times. Ability to assess potential risks with regard to patients' discharge from hospital.
• Expertise in group dynamics, planning, facilitating, running and evaluating therapeutic groups.
• Advanced clinical reasoning as well as analytical and creative problems solving skills.
• Communication skills: Advanced communication skills with particular ability to work with complex/sensitive situations with patients, carers, OT colleagues and the wider MDT; Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills as required in an oncology and palliative care setting; Ability to deal with imparting bad news.
• Written and documentation skills: Ability to produce professional and accurate notes and records including management reports, service development proposals, multi-professional care plans, letters, assessments for hospital and external agencies.
• Reflective Skills: Ability to reflect on and make positive changes to own and departmental clinical practices.
• Team skills: Ability to facilitate supportive team working to maintain efficacy, efficiency and morale.
• Autonomous working: Ability to work in a highly motivated self-directed manner on clinical and departmental activities.
• Organisational skills: Ability to prioritise workload and organise time effectively to manage multiple priorities.
• Supervisory skills: Ability to fulfil supervisory and mentor role for junior staff and undergraduate students.
• Educational skills: Ability to teach both patients and carers in areas relating to rehabilitation; Proven ability to prepare and deliver presentations and education sessions to health care colleagues and members of public.
• IT skills: Ability to enter data, prepare reports, formal written documentation and multi-media presentations. Confident in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel.
• NHS/Trust: Sound understanding of current NHS and the Trust's issues.

Desirable

• Membership of a clinical interest group in occupational therapy.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post graduate clinical experience with a minimum of two years' experience in oncology and neuro-oncology.
• Evidence of experience in clinical supervision and appraisal.
• Evidence of experience in leadership, project management, audit, outcomes measurement and clinical governance.
• Evidence of experience in presentation and teaching skills.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy. State Registration with Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC) for Occupational Therapy. Evidence of experience in clinical supervision and appraisal. Evidence of experience in leadership, project management, audit, outcomes measurement and clinical governance. Evidence of experience in presentation and teaching skills. Post-grad study days/courses in oncology/neuro-oncology/palliative care. Significant post graduate clinical experience with a minimum of two years' experience in oncology and neuro-oncology. Desirable Membership of a clinical interest group in occupational therapy. Approved fieldwork supervisor course. Accredited wheelchair course. Accredited splinting and hand therapy course. Skills Abilities/knowledge Essential Advanced knowledge of functional assessment and treatment techniques for oncology, neuro-oncology and palliative care patients, including physical, cognitive, psychosocial functional assessments and treatment, as well as specific symptom and lifestyle management techniques (e.g. relaxation, anxiety, breathlessness and fatigue management). Risk assessment: Ability to carry out risk assessments concerning patients and staff safety, including Manual Handling. Ability to assess risks associated with lone working, take responsibility for reporting to colleagues and ensuring self and patient are safe at all times. Ability to assess potential risks with regard to patients' discharge from hospital. Expertise in group dynamics, planning, facilitating, running and evaluating therapeutic groups. Advanced clinical reasoning as well as analytical and creative problems solving skills. Communication skills: Advanced communication skills with particular ability to work with complex/sensitive situations with patients, carers, OT colleagues and the wider MDT; Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills as required in an oncology and palliative care setting; Ability to deal with imparting bad news. Written and documentation skills: Ability to produce professional and accurate notes and records including management reports, service development proposals, multi-professional care plans, letters, assessments for hospital and external agencies. Reflective Skills: Ability to reflect on and make positive changes to own and departmental clinical practices. Team skills: Ability to facilitate supportive team working to maintain efficacy, efficiency and morale. Autonomous working: Ability to work in a highly motivated self-directed manner on clinical and departmental activities. Organisational skills: Ability to prioritise workload and organise time effectively to manage multiple priorities. Supervisory skills: Ability to fulfil supervisory and mentor role for junior staff and undergraduate students. Educational skills: Ability to teach both patients and carers in areas relating to rehabilitation; Proven ability to prepare and deliver presentations and education sessions to health care colleagues and members of public. IT skills: Ability to enter data, prepare reports, formal written documentation and multi-media presentations. Confident in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel. NHS/Trust: Sound understanding of current NHS and the Trust's issues. Desirable Membership of a clinical interest group in occupational therapy. Experience Essential Significant post graduate clinical experience with a minimum of two years' experience in oncology and neuro-oncology. Evidence of experience in clinical supervision and appraisal. Evidence of experience in leadership, project management, audit, outcomes measurement and clinical governance. Evidence of experience in presentation and teaching skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

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Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea

Cheslea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea

Cheslea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Join a team that makes a difference.

As part of our Procurement and Supply Chain team, you will play a vital role in supporting healthcare services across multiple sites within our Integrated Care System (ICS), helping to deliver high-quality patient care for the communities we serve.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to a forward-thinking and dynamic organisation. You will be instrumental in driving value for money through effective contract management, strong commercial acumen, and excellent stakeholder engagement. The role offers a real opportunity to influence service delivery, support strategic decision-making, and contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement and supply chain services across the Trust.

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the county, providing acute healthcare services from three principal sites: Worcestershire Royal Hospital (Worcester), Alexandra Hospital (Redditch), and Kidderminster Hospital and Treatment Centre.

Reporting directly to the Senior Category Manager, the successful candidate will provide strategic procurement leadership and expert commercial advice across the organisation. While the role will be principally based at the Alexandra Hospital in Redditch, it will support stakeholders and services across all Trust locations, offering a varied and rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact on patient care and organisational performance.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the provision of a procurement service that supports customers in developing opportunities and achieving value for money. The Procurement Manager will work with the Snr Category Manager in the creation, development and delivery of the Directorates savings schemes. Responsible for ensuring the best value for money is achieved from clinically acceptable products. Ensure that the Trust carries out secure and compliant procurement processes to obtain best value for money in the procurement of all goods and services in support of the achievement of the agreed procurement savings targets. Support the development and delivery of sourcing strategies from Trust non-pay spend. To lead tender and supplier contracting initiatives for assigned categories within the Procurement work plan using specialist analytical techniques and software to support the delivery of year-on-year cash releasing and cost avoidance savings. Be point of expert knowledge with regard to third-party spend in particular areas of business. This should cover suppliers, internal customers, spend categories, contracts and on-going related suppliers performance management and productivity. Contribute to production of the annual sourcing work plan to meet key strategic objectives as agreed with Divisions by reviewing overall Trust spend, identifying, obtain and record signed contracts. Contribute to the implementation and development of departmental policies, procedures and strategies.

About us

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.

The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester

Our workforce is more than 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.

We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.

Being open and honest

Ensuring people feel cared for

Showing respect to everyone

We are committed to developing a culture of continuous improvement by embedding the principles of our Improvement System.

We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.

DBS Checks and Costs

Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a DBS check as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check (at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting Information section for more details on DBS checks and costs.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9365-26-0797

Job locations

The Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B98 7UB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Duties:

Support the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager in ensuring all non-pay spend is governed by and subject to proficient procurement.

Maintain overall understanding of Trust spend using a variety of data sources including Oracle, Atamis, Spend Comparison Websites and supplier data to establish a detailed knowledge of Trust expenditure by Supplier, Site, Division, Department & Commodity.

Engage and work closely with senior stakeholders who provide healthcare and support services to help identify improvements and changes in practice arising from supply market opportunities.

Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to maximise Procurement performance and non-pay efficiencies across the Trust.

Provide expert strategic procurement advise to stakeholders.

Develop robust category strategies.

Documenting, communicating and influencing senior stakeholders to ensure effective buy-in to the proposed category strategies.

To lead on category management within one or more Categories under the direction of the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager

Develop and implement Tender activity as directed by Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager with internal Divisional leads across the organisation at PA23, PCR2015 or PSR.

Lead, manage, evaluate and report the findings of product trials.

To assist with the development of specifications for requirements.

To assist with the development of robust evaluation criteria for all accreditation processes to ensure that they are transparent and capable of withstanding legal challenge.

To produce a project plan for each procurement to highlight the key milestones, identify any barriers and alternatives to circumnavigate these problems to deliver the projects on time.

Report any barriers to the progression of any projects following the departmental procedures after making every effort to progress prior to escalating.

Ensure the timely provision of project progress and savings delivery to feed into workplan and monthly reporting timescales.

Report agreed savings to the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager as per department procedures to ensure timely reporting to the PMO.

Ensure that Divisional management and PMO are clear on progress with initiatives and aware of potential barriers/delays so action plans to overcome these can be put in place.

Identify Quality Cost Improvement Initiatives (CIP) from spend and supplier analysis and dialogue with Divisional leads across the Trust as agreed with the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager.

Monitor contracts to ensure contract governance is in place and coordinate supplier/stakeholder contract monitoring and improve performance to support the CIP agenda.

Monitor and maintain contract compliance against Trust expenditure. Liaise with internal and external contacts to facilitate contractual coverage for non-compliant expenditure where formal agreements are not in place.

Maintain an up-to-date understanding of Government and Department of Health directives such as the National NHS Procurement Strategy (Better Procurement, Better Value, Better Care) and other DoH initiatives that relate to the Procurement service.

To support other members of the team with any formal tenders as and when necessary.

To use the electronic tendering system and contracts finder portals.

To work in conjunction with collaborative procurement organisations including, but not limited to NHS Supply Chain, Crown Commercial Services etc.

Deputise for the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager.

Manage and promptly deal with complaints and concerns from Directorates on commercially sensitive and complex supply issues, using careful analysis and judgement and responding positively through the use of empathy, persuasion and negotiations to deliver effectives resolutions to issues raised.

Provide advice on Terms and Conditions of Contracting and procurement legal issues before, during and after award of contracts.

To communicate clearly and succinctly, using the appropriate language for the audience in a way which motivates and supports other members of the team. Communications will involve complex information where persuasive, negotiating skills are required and will be:

o Face to face and by telephone

o Within formal and informal meetings

o Written. Letters, memorandum, e-mail, and reports

o Through presentations

To respond to local clinical staff and potential or existing provider enquiries, either written, email, face to face or telephone using empathy and judgement in an efficient and effective way.

To advise customers and implement and legal or financial changes within EU, Public Contracts Regulations and Guidance and procurement thresholds.

To liaise with other Procurement specialists and other team members on a daily basis in order to ensure accurate and up to date information related to the procurement plan is disseminated.

To assists the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager with implementation of Departmental policies, procedures and strategies.

To be responsible for the delivery of a number of strategic objectives within the Trusts Procurement Strategy document.

Carry out research and contributes advice on the introduction of new products and ensures that appropriate trials are undertaken and recorded and assist with the standardisation programme.

The post holder will work closely with user departments, usually as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team, in order to understand their need and interpret these through to the appropriate commercial agreements.

Represent Trust at national and regional events and projects.

Undertaking any other assignments or duties allocated by the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager. The work pattern is unpredictable due to the requirement to respond to urgent requests from Trust Managers and Suppliers.

Job description Job responsibilities Key Duties: Support the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager in ensuring all non-pay spend is governed by and subject to proficient procurement. Maintain overall understanding of Trust spend using a variety of data sources including Oracle, Atamis, Spend Comparison Websites and supplier data to establish a detailed knowledge of Trust expenditure by Supplier, Site, Division, Department & Commodity. Engage and work closely with senior stakeholders who provide healthcare and support services to help identify improvements and changes in practice arising from supply market opportunities. Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to maximise Procurement performance and non-pay efficiencies across the Trust. Provide expert strategic procurement advise to stakeholders. Develop robust category strategies. Documenting, communicating and influencing senior stakeholders to ensure effective buy-in to the proposed category strategies. To lead on category management within one or more Categories under the direction of the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager Develop and implement Tender activity as directed by Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager with internal Divisional leads across the organisation at PA23, PCR2015 or PSR. Lead, manage, evaluate and report the findings of product trials. To assist with the development of specifications for requirements. To assist with the development of robust evaluation criteria for all accreditation processes to ensure that they are transparent and capable of withstanding legal challenge. To produce a project plan for each procurement to highlight the key milestones, identify any barriers and alternatives to circumnavigate these problems to deliver the projects on time. Report any barriers to the progression of any projects following the departmental procedures after making every effort to progress prior to escalating. Ensure the timely provision of project progress and savings delivery to feed into workplan and monthly reporting timescales. Report agreed savings to the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager as per department procedures to ensure timely reporting to the PMO. Ensure that Divisional management and PMO are clear on progress with initiatives and aware of potential barriers/delays so action plans to overcome these can be put in place. Identify Quality Cost Improvement Initiatives (CIP) from spend and supplier analysis and dialogue with Divisional leads across the Trust as agreed with the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager. Monitor contracts to ensure contract governance is in place and coordinate supplier/stakeholder contract monitoring and improve performance to support the CIP agenda. Monitor and maintain contract compliance against Trust expenditure. Liaise with internal and external contacts to facilitate contractual coverage for non-compliant expenditure where formal agreements are not in place. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of Government and Department of Health directives such as the National NHS Procurement Strategy (Better Procurement, Better Value, Better Care) and other DoH initiatives that relate to the Procurement service. To support other members of the team with any formal tenders as and when necessary. To use the electronic tendering system and contracts finder portals. To work in conjunction with collaborative procurement organisations including, but not limited to NHS Supply Chain, Crown Commercial Services etc. Deputise for the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager. Manage and promptly deal with complaints and concerns from Directorates on commercially sensitive and complex supply issues, using careful analysis and judgement and responding positively through the use of empathy, persuasion and negotiations to deliver effectives resolutions to issues raised. Provide advice on Terms and Conditions of Contracting and procurement legal issues before, during and after award of contracts. To communicate clearly and succinctly, using the appropriate language for the audience in a way which motivates and supports other members of the team. Communications will involve complex information where persuasive, negotiating skills are required and will be:o Face to face and by telephoneo Within formal and informal meetingso Written. Letters, memorandum, e-mail, and reportso Through presentations To respond to local clinical staff and potential or existing provider enquiries, either written, email, face to face or telephone using empathy and judgement in an efficient and effective way. To advise customers and implement and legal or financial changes within EU, Public Contracts Regulations and Guidance and procurement thresholds. To liaise with other Procurement specialists and other team members on a daily basis in order to ensure accurate and up to date information related to the procurement plan is disseminated. To assists the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager with implementation of Departmental policies, procedures and strategies. To be responsible for the delivery of a number of strategic objectives within the Trusts Procurement Strategy document. Carry out research and contributes advice on the introduction of new products and ensures that appropriate trials are undertaken and recorded and assist with the standardisation programme. The post holder will work closely with user departments, usually as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team, in order to understand their need and interpret these through to the appropriate commercial agreements. Represent Trust at national and regional events and projects. Undertaking any other assignments or duties allocated by the Head of Procurement or Senior Category/Procurement Manager. The work pattern is unpredictable due to the requirement to respond to urgent requests from Trust Managers and Suppliers.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Holds a professional procurement qualification or has relevant demonstrable senior procurement management experience.
• Good standard of General Education.
• Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development.

Desirable

• C.I.P.S. or studying towards.
• Project management.
• Negotiation training
• Report writing

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate your procurement/category management within a large organisation and how you have developed a category strategy.
• Explain how you have led, trained and developed your team ensuring set targets are met.
• Describe the process of how you would analyse, interpret and communicate complex data to a range of audiences.
• Demonstrable experience of carrying out high value procurements from conception to evaluation and implementation whilst providing advice in relation to contractual terms - conditions.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain Management, Contract processes and Contract Law including e-commerce and e-procurement.
• Understanding of customer requirements that are particular to the healthcare industry.
• Knowledge and understanding of staff management issues, leadership and motivation.
• Knowledge of Inventory Management Systems and issues.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to solve complex contracting problems innovatively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in terms that can be understood across all professions within the Trust.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional approach to all aspects of work, in particular the adoption of the CIPS ethical code of conduct and the Trust's Code of Conduct and accountability.
• Proven ability to operate/think laterally and work on own initiative.
• Articulate with practised and developed interpersonal communication and presentations skills.
• Creative, innovative and visionary mind set.
• Ability to influence, command respect and to establish credibility with Board members.
• Demonstrates tact and diplomacy as well as an ability to be assertive when required.
• To be able to work to deadlines and work under pressure to meet targets in a professional manner.
• Results driven with a willingness to change and implement new ideas/concepts.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Holds a professional procurement qualification or has relevant demonstrable senior procurement management experience. Good standard of General Education. Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development. Desirable C.I.P.S. or studying towards. Project management. Negotiation training Report writing Experience Essential Demonstrate your procurement/category management within a large organisation and how you have developed a category strategy. Explain how you have led, trained and developed your team ensuring set targets are met. Describe the process of how you would analyse, interpret and communicate complex data to a range of audiences. Demonstrable experience of carrying out high value procurements from conception to evaluation and implementation whilst providing advice in relation to contractual terms - conditions. Skills and Knowledge Essential Thorough knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain Management, Contract processes and Contract Law including e-commerce and e-procurement. Understanding of customer requirements that are particular to the healthcare industry. Knowledge and understanding of staff management issues, leadership and motivation. Knowledge of Inventory Management Systems and issues. Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to solve complex contracting problems innovatively. Ability to communicate effectively in terms that can be understood across all professions within the Trust. Personal Qualities Essential Professional approach to all aspects of work, in particular the adoption of the CIPS ethical code of conduct and the Trust's Code of Conduct and accountability. Proven ability to operate/think laterally and work on own initiative. Articulate with practised and developed interpersonal communication and presentations skills. Creative, innovative and visionary mind set. Ability to influence, command respect and to establish credibility with Board members. Demonstrates tact and diplomacy as well as an ability to be assertive when required. To be able to work to deadlines and work under pressure to meet targets in a professional manner. Results driven with a willingness to change and implement new ideas/concepts.

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

The Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B98 7UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.worcsacute.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

The Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B98 7UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.worcsacute.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are seeking to recruit a Qualified Clinical/Counselling Psychologist for an exciting opportunity in Cancer Care at University Hospitals Dorset. We are looking to recruit an experienced qualified Clinical/Counselling Psychologist who is interested in an opportunity to develop leadership and project management skills, as well as work within a multidisciplinary environment to effect service change at Band 8a. We will also consider newly qualified candidates at a Band 7 who can demonstrate they have contributed to service development in a multidisciplinary physical healthcare environment.

You will lead on a new project to support and address psychological barriers to cancer treatment across all tumour groups for people living with cancer in Dorset. You will collaborate with the Team Lead on project development and receive support from an Assistant Psychologist. You will also support the wider team through providing assessment and intervention services to people referred to the Dorset Cancer Centre Counselling and Psychology Service.

This is a part-time position and funding is secured for 18 months, with potential to use project outcomes to expand psychologist provision, possibly extending the contract or making the role permanent.

Applicants who have less than 2 years experience as a qualified clinical psychologist may be offered a Band 7 role if appropriate.

Main duties of the job

You will develop relationships with the Cancer MDTs and ward based clinicians to identify and support people affected by cancer, as well as provide opportunities for improving psychological screening and support provided by other healthcare professionals. The work will involve supporting the emotional impact of the work on healthcare clinicians where necessary, and influencing the treatment environment to support trauma-informed care. You will provide a safe and effective evidence-based Level 4 psychological support service to individuals, couples and families who are affected by a diagnosis of cancer in line with NICE Guidance on Cancer Care Services, Improving Supportive and Palliative Care for Adults. You will work closely within our team comprised of Clinical Psychologists, Counsellors, and a Social Worker. We all work alongside multidisciplinary professionals providing nursing, medical and therapeutic care.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

This role requires HCPC Registration.

Base Locations: Forest Holme Hospice, Poole and Bournemouth Hospitals

Interview date: Monday, 2nd November 2026

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust Cardiopulmonary Service as a Cardiac Physiology Support Worker.

The post holder will play a key role in supporting the delivery of a high-quality, patient-centred cardiac diagnostics service across the Cardiac Physiology Department. Working as part of the wider multidisciplinary team, the Cardiac Physiology Support Worker will provide clinical, technical and administrative support to Cardiac Physiologists undertaking a range of diagnostic investigations, including echocardiography and cardiac rhythm management.

The role will involve preparing clinical areas and equipment, supporting patients before, during and after diagnostic procedures, maintaining accurate patient records, managing stock and equipment, and assisting with the efficient day-to-day operation of the department. The post holder will contribute to ensuring patients receive a safe, professional and compassionate service while supporting the delivery of timely and effective cardiac care.

Main duties of the job

To assist Cardiac Physiologists and administrative staff in maintaining a safe, efficient and effective Cardiac Physiology service. To provide a high standard of patient care before, during and after procedures, working within the scope of training and competence. To prepare patients for investigations and procedures by obtaining relevant measurements and clinical information as required. To support echocardiography, cardiac rhythm management (CRM), cardiac device follow-up and remote monitoring services. To assist with the preparation, registration, distribution and management of cardiac device home monitoring equipment and provide patient support regarding its use.

To maintain accurate patient records and update electronic systems in a timely manner. To communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare professionals, responding to enquiries and escalating concerns where appropriate. To liaise with wards, outpatient areas and other departments to support patient flow and attendance. To assist with patient mobility where required and ensure patient dignity, comfort and safety. To follow infection prevention and decontamination procedures and complete routine equipment and environmental checks. To support outpatient clinics and associated administrative activities, undertake relevant training and competency assessments, and perform any other duties appropriate to the grade as delegated by the Head of Department or designated line manager.

About us

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.

The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester

Our workforce is more than 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.

We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.

Being open and honest

Ensuring people feel cared for

Showing respect to everyone

We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.

DBS Checks and Costs

Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a DBS check as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check (at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting Information section for more details on DBS checks and costs.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has become available to join the Paediatric Palliative Care Team at BWC. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Consultant in Paediatric Palliative Medicine to contribute to the delivery and ongoing development of specialist palliative care services for children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions across Birmingham and the West Midlands.

The successful candidate will join an established multidisciplinary team providing high-quality, family-centred care to children with both malignant and non-malignant conditions. Working across hospital, community and network settings, the post holder will play a key role in supporting children, young people and their families from diagnosis onwards, including complex symptom management, advance care planning, end of life care and bereavement support.

This is a substantive Consultant post, expected to comprise 8PAs, with flexibility to meet clinical service requirements.

Based at Birmingham Children's Hospital, a leading national tertiary and quaternary paediatric centre, the successful applicant will work alongside the existing Consultants in Paediatric Palliative Medicine and the wider Palliative Care and Bereavement Team. The service supports an increasing number of children and young people with complex medical needs, working closely with specialist teams across the Trust and partner organisations throughout the region.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver specialist paediatric palliative medicine to children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions across Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust.
• Provide expert clinical leadership in symptom management, advance care planning, complex decision making and end of life care.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across secondary, tertiary and quaternary paediatric services.
• Undertake community-based clinical activity and support healthcare professionals across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of regional paediatric palliative care services and clinical networks.
• Participate in teaching, training, clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service development activities.
• Support the education and development of medical, nursing and allied health professional colleagues.

Promote research and innovation within paediatric palliative care where appropriate.

About us

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.

Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.

Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.

Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.

Job summary

The Christie @ Macclesfield SACT services unit provides treatment to a variety of different cancer diagnosis within solid tumor and Haematology. In the unit systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT) is administered IV, alongside supportive treatments such as blood and platelet transfusions. The team is looking for an enthusiastic SACT trained nurse to support and provide chemotherapy treatment to our patients. This post is a full time permanent position.

We offer fantastic support and opportunities for our nursing staff to include:o On-going learning and development opportunities including leadership courseso Nurse led practiceo Support from locally based clinically practice educators/facilitators

Main duties of the job

o The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multi-disciplinary team and service users related to the specialty.o To be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning delivery and evaluation of direct patient care.o To take the lead on delegated responsibilities as defined by the Senior Sister and Matrono To support the senior sister/matron to monitor the safety and quality of care for patients.o To co-ordinate the day to day management of the SACT unit.o To collaborate between Christie sites across the Greater Manchester area as requiredo To manage, lead and motivate Band 5, 4 and 3 staff ensuring compliance of mandatory training and appraisal requirements.o In the absence of the Senior Sister/Matron to be responsible for the day-to-day management of the SACT Unit.o To ensure a positive focussed service incorporating patients 'feedback to maintain and improve patient care.o To act as an effective role model promoting excellence through practice.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.

We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.

Job summary

The NHS Transforming People Services (TPS) programme sits at the heart of delivering the NHS 10 Year Health Plan -- creating a workforce that is empowered, flexible and digitally enabled to meet the evolving needs of patients and communities.

This is more than a transformation role, it is an opportunity to redefine how people services are delivered across the NHS and directly influence the experience of one of the largest workforces in the world.

The Professional Development Manager will play an important role in strengthening the capability, skills and future readiness of the NHS People Profession. The postholder will support the design, development and delivery of professional development initiatives that enable people professionals across the NHS to build the knowledge, confidence and expertise needed to lead workforce transformation and deliver high-quality people services.

The role will work collaboratively with colleagues across the NHS, professional networks and external partners to identify development needs, share best practice and support the delivery of innovative learning and development opportunities. Using evidence, insight and feedback from the profession, the postholder will help shape and continuously improve the professional development offer, ensuring it reflects emerging priorities, national workforce needs and best practice.

Main duties of the job

• Support the development of professional development initiatives that strengthen capability, skills and future readiness of the NHS People Profession. For example, learning and development programmes, career pathways, professional standards.

• Manage the delivery of learning and development programmes for the NHS People Profession, ensuring there are opportunities across all levels of the profession.

• Work with NHS organisations and professional networks to identify development needs, share best practice and support talent development.

• Evaluate the impact of learning and development programmes, using insight, feedback and evidence to continuously improve the national professional development offer.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of the NHS People Profession, supporting the development of talented people professionals and helping to build the capability needed to deliver sustainable workforce transformation across the health system.

Most importantly, you will be part of a team delivering change that improves the experience of the NHS workforce and supporting better outcomes for patients and communities nationwide.

About us

NHS England has a wide range of statutory functions, responsibilities and regulatory powers. These are focused on supporting the wider NHS to deliver high quality care, as well as doing those things that are best done once for the whole NHS.

Our staff bring expertise across clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial specialisms -- enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services.

In March 2025, the Government announced that NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care will increasingly merge functions, ultimately leading to NHS England being fully integrated into the department.

If you currently work within the NHS and if successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR).This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the process.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in our offices.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

We cannot offer visa sponsorship for any vacancies.

Job summary

This post presents an excellent opportunity to join the establishing and expanding Breast Research team with a varied portfolio of early and late clinical trials as a Clinical Research Nurse (CRN).Research nursing is an exciting and developing role, supported through the R&I division with a good education and development package in place to ensure that staff reach their potential.Central to this role is the responsibility of assessing and managing the complex needs of patients participating in a clinical trial, including the delivery of all specified treatments for participants in research within a multidisciplinary team. Key responsibilities of the post include the coordination of the trial protocols and working alongside the clinical trial coordinators.A background in oncology, flexibility in working, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Experience in clinical research and/or breast malignancies would be desirable.An informal discussion about the post is strongly recommended with the possibility to spend some time with the team to understand better the requirement of the role.

Main duties of the job

The CRN will be involved in every stage of the portfolio activities including feasibility reviews of new clinical trial opportunities, set-up and activation of new trials, patient recruitment and management, supporting team with data query resolution, reviewing protocol amendments, providing patient-centred insights to the research delivery team by supporting both the patients and the team through all aspects of clinical research of the Breast portfolio.With support from the team the CRN will ensure that the safety and wellbeing of the patients is maintained within the requirement of the multi-regulatory frameworks for clinical research ensuring compliance with ICH/GCP standards and Trust SOPs.By utilising national frameworks for auditing patients experience the CRN will ensure the patients in the Breast disease portfolio studies will have the best possible experience whilst participating in clinical research.Raise the profile of the clinical research nurse and clinical trials within the trust by engaging in promotional events relating to clinical research with attendance and contributions at local, national and international meetings.Demonstrate awareness and contribution to divisional, Trust and national objectives and strategies.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.

We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per annum, Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-111893-RI-LM

Job locations

CT Breast - Q00117

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Research Co-ordination Work autonomously in all areas of practice relating to clinical research. Understand and deliver care in accordance with regulatory approved clinical research protocols. Understand the process for obtaining NHS permissions (R&D approval) for conducting clinical trials at site. As project lead, ensure permissions are in place prior to any patient recruitment. Participate in clinical trial feasibilities and risk assessments of clinical trial protocols. Ensure all clinical trial activities are recorded in appropriate systems in a timely manner. Awareness of trial specific, regional and national targets. Identify and implement strategies for recruiting patients to clinical trials ensuring that targets for patient recruitment are delivered. Delegation and oversight of research related activities to research team members (clinical and administrative) and ensure compliance with SOPs and ICH/GCP. Arrange and facilitate clinical trial related meetings. Involvement in appropriate financial remunerations for clinical trial activity.

Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities Assimilation of highly complex information relating to clinical trials and communication to patients at a level appropriate to their understanding. Ensure highly sensitive information is communicated to patients, relatives, and carers regarding prognosis Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of specialist care pathways in conjunction with appropriate personnel. Demonstration of expert knowledge in specialist area to maintain clinical excellence. Demonstrate awareness of divisional and trust strategic objectives including performance indicators and metrics. Escalation of governance issues impacting on delivery of job purpose. To act as a primary contact point for the clinical trial patients and act as adviser to other health care professionals. Responsibility for maintenance and development of professional knowledge and practice by attending mandatory and specialist training in accordance with local policy. Ensuring care delivery standards in accordance with trial protocol, local policy, NMC Code of Practice Conduct and current best practice. Development and maintenance of a high-quality service by: Overseeing the safe administration of all licensed and unlicensed medicinal products within the context of a clinical trial. Overseeing assessment and evaluation of treatment toxicities and initiation of appropriate intervention. Contribute to development of specialist Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines. Provide education and support for non-research staff in the delivery of protocol driven treatment for all patients. Participate in monitoring and audit activities within research team To carry out non-medical prescribing within scope of professional practice and in accordance with local policies and procedures and national legislation (optional and depending on clinical service needs).

Personal Education, Training and Development Maintain professional development whilst evaluating own specialist knowledge and practice through a process of appraisal and personal development planning. Promote the role of the clinical research nurse as an integral part of the healthcare system. Increase and maintain awareness of current advances in cancer treatments, research and nursing practice thereby maintaining the highest standard of care for patients with cancer and implementing evidence-based care by continuing professional development. Participation in trust-wide education programmes and study days. Obtain clinical supervision as appropriate. To keep up to date with departmental, Trust, UK and EU developments for the management of clinical research ensuring timely, effective implementation of changes. Attendance at team and divisional meeting

Staff Management and Development To Support the Senior Clinical Research Nurse in the induction and continued supervision of junior members of staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory compliance and legislation. Support the development of specialist study days within own research team. Assist in the provision of specialist education and training in relation to clinical trials to all key stakeholders. Disseminate information by attendance and /or presentations at local, national and international conferences/meetings Contribute to the development of members of the research team_______________________________________________________________EU DIRECTIVE ICH/GCPAll personnel involved in clinical research have a responsibility to ensure that clinical trials are conducted in accordance with the EU Directive and ICH/GCP.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Research Co-ordination Work autonomously in all areas of practice relating to clinical research. Understand and deliver care in accordance with regulatory approved clinical research protocols. Understand the process for obtaining NHS permissions (R&D approval) for conducting clinical trials at site. As project lead, ensure permissions are in place prior to any patient recruitment. Participate in clinical trial feasibilities and risk assessments of clinical trial protocols. Ensure all clinical trial activities are recorded in appropriate systems in a timely manner. Awareness of trial specific, regional and national targets. Identify and implement strategies for recruiting patients to clinical trials ensuring that targets for patient recruitment are delivered. Delegation and oversight of research related activities to research team members (clinical and administrative) and ensure compliance with SOPs and ICH/GCP. Arrange and facilitate clinical trial related meetings. Involvement in appropriate financial remunerations for clinical trial activity. Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities Assimilation of highly complex information relating to clinical trials and communication to patients at a level appropriate to their understanding. Ensure highly sensitive information is communicated to patients, relatives, and carers regarding prognosis Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of specialist care pathways in conjunction with appropriate personnel. Demonstration of expert knowledge in specialist area to maintain clinical excellence. Demonstrate awareness of divisional and trust strategic objectives including performance indicators and metrics. Escalation of governance issues impacting on delivery of job purpose. To act as a primary contact point for the clinical trial patients and act as adviser to other health care professionals. Responsibility for maintenance and development of professional knowledge and practice by attending mandatory and specialist training in accordance with local policy. Ensuring care delivery standards in accordance with trial protocol, local policy, NMC Code of Practice Conduct and current best practice. Development and maintenance of a high-quality service by: Overseeing the safe administration of all licensed and unlicensed medicinal products within the context of a clinical trial. Overseeing assessment and evaluation of treatment toxicities and initiation of appropriate intervention. Contribute to development of specialist Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines. Provide education and support for non-research staff in the delivery of protocol driven treatment for all patients. Participate in monitoring and audit activities within research team To carry out non-medical prescribing within scope of professional practice and in accordance with local policies and procedures and national legislation (optional and depending on clinical service needs). Personal Education, Training and Development Maintain professional development whilst evaluating own specialist knowledge and practice through a process of appraisal and personal development planning. Promote the role of the clinical research nurse as an integral part of the healthcare system. Increase and maintain awareness of current advances in cancer treatments, research and nursing practice thereby maintaining the highest standard of care for patients with cancer and implementing evidence-based care by continuing professional development. Participation in trust-wide education programmes and study days. Obtain clinical supervision as appropriate. To keep up to date with departmental, Trust, UK and EU developments for the management of clinical research ensuring timely, effective implementation of changes. Attendance at team and divisional meeting Staff Management and Development To Support the Senior Clinical Research Nurse in the induction and continued supervision of junior members of staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory compliance and legislation. Support the development of specialist study days within own research team. Assist in the provision of specialist education and training in relation to clinical trials to all key stakeholders. Disseminate information by attendance and /or presentations at local, national and international conferences/meetings Contribute to the development of members of the research team_______________________________________________________________EU DIRECTIVE ICH/GCPAll personnel involved in clinical research have a responsibility to ensure that clinical trials are conducted in accordance with the EU Directive and ICH/GCP.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse -Currently registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council
• First Degree or relevant clinical experience

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualification in oncology and/or clinical research
• GCP/ICH recognised recent training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Oncology Nursing
• Experience of working autonomously and as part of a Multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to demonstrate evidence of service improvement

Desirable

• Experience of working in a clinical research environment

Skills

Essential

• Highly effective communication skills
• Advance organisational skills
• Good written and analytical skills
• Able to manage work autonomously and manage own workload
• Demonstrable IT Skills - able to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook

Desirable

• Intra-venous access and cannulation skills administration of IV chemotherapy
• Good presentation skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the clinical trial process
• Knowledge of ICH-GCP & research governance framework
• Knowledge of professional and NHS issues and policy relating to specialist area

Desirable

• Knowledge of Research Ethics Committees
• Knowledge of the purpose of clinical research

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Maintain professional development and have an awareness of current nursing issues
• Demonstrates flexibility in working hours

Desirable

• Assertiveness

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse -Currently registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council First Degree or relevant clinical experience Desirable Post-graduate qualification in oncology and/or clinical research GCP/ICH recognised recent training Experience Essential Experience of Oncology Nursing Experience of working autonomously and as part of a Multi-disciplinary team Ability to demonstrate evidence of service improvement Desirable Experience of working in a clinical research environment Skills Essential Highly effective communication skills Advance organisational skills Good written and analytical skills Able to manage work autonomously and manage own workload Demonstrable IT Skills - able to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook Desirable Intra-venous access and cannulation skills administration of IV chemotherapy Good presentation skills Knowledge Essential Knowledge of the clinical trial process Knowledge of ICH-GCP & research governance framework Knowledge of professional and NHS issues and policy relating to specialist area Desirable Knowledge of Research Ethics Committees Knowledge of the purpose of clinical research Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours Other Essential Maintain professional development and have an awareness of current nursing issues Demonstrates flexibility in working hours Desirable Assertiveness

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

CT Breast - Q00117

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

CT Breast - Q00117

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The Trust has implemented electronic prescribing for SACT across the Trust, and at our outreach clinics and peripheral sites. Many of our pharmacists are working as non-medical prescribers with clinical teams in outpatient clinics. An objective this year is to further expand this pharmacist prescribing model, for both outpatient and inpatient services, particularly with the advent of newly registered pharmacists now qualified with independent prescriber status.The Pharmacy Department had the opportunity for the Christie hospital to successfully host Foundation year pharmacists for the very first time in 2025 in addition to supporting a number of ongoing and new collaborative projects alongside several research partners and has strong links with the University of Manchester. Several members of our staff have undertaken post graduate training, research and other secondment opportunities and we are keen to support more.We currently have an opportunity for highly motivated enthusiastic clinical pharmacist band 7 to join the expanding clinical pharmacy team. The post holder will support the pharmacy department in further developing the clinical pharmacy service to patients, with a particular focus on inpatient services, including electronic prescribing initiatives across the Trust.If you are enthusiastic and keen to make a positive contribution to the care of cancer patients, we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high quality, patient focused clinical pharmacy and medicines supply service to oncology patients ensuring a safe, effective and efficient use of medicines.

To provide support to the dispensary, aseptic, satellite units and peripheral C@sites if required.

To support the pharmacy EP team and work closely with the Trust's project team to achieve full roll out and operational provision of the EPMA (Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration) systems on introduction to the Trust.

To maintain and develop specialist knowledge in relation to clinical pharmacy services.

To qualify as an independent prescriber and work as an independent prescriber within a designated disease group or ward area working alongside the MDT team.

To provide advice on medicine related issues and clinical trials to healthcare professionals.

To provide education and training support to nursing, medical staff and patients.

To participate in weekend and Bank Holiday rotas and additional out of hours and emergency duty commitment (EDC) duties as required to meet the needs of the service.

Although this post is based at The Christie Hospital main site, postholders may be required to work at any location across the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network. The Trust has a flexible working policy and, subject to service commitments.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.

We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-112033-CNS-RS

Job locations

Pharmacy Clinical - E00920

Wilmslow Road

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To actively participate in the departmental training programme and complete competencies for each of the following areas: wards, dispensary, satellite pharmacies, clinical trials and aseptics as appropriate. Duties will include the following:

a. Supporting the provision of clinical pharmacy services within the dispensaries, satellite pharmacies within the Trust and at C@ sites and the aseptic services unit, if required. Responsible for the clinical screening/review of prescriptions, both in-patients and outpatients, and to accurately check and supply medicines to patients, including clinical trials in accordance with all departmental, Trust and national standards, procedures and policies.b. Delivering a clinical pharmacy service to designated patient groups, promoting best practice for all areas of pharmaceutical care in accordance with all local, Trust and national guidelines. To use specialist knowledge to identify and resolve complex pharmaceutical issues, taking into consideration other co-morbidity factors associated with the patient and liaise with medical and nursing staff.c. Developing specialist knowledge and skills relating to oncology practice including Good Clinical Practice in clinical trials and an understanding of the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004d. Safe and effective screening / review of prescriptions for Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) regimens, clinical trials and treatment strategies in use at the Christie including full awareness of the intrathecal chemotherapy policy.e. Following local, Trust and National guidelines for safe medicines practice.f. To promote and maintain cost-effective prescribing through involvement in the development, implementation and review of evidence-based guidelines and protocols with fellow healthcare professionals, under the management of the Principal Pharmacist for Clinical Services, to establish best practice for the area of clinical responsibility.

2. To qualify as an independent prescriber (if qualification not already achieved)3. To work as an independent prescriber within a designated disease group working alongside the relevant consultant team4. To support prescribing at the individual patient level, contributing to the optimisation of patients drug therapy with due consideration to risk/benefit issues.

Medicines advice

5. To provide evidence-based medicine advice where appropriate to ensure safe, effective, economical and timely use of medicines.6. To provide advice on the storage, administration and therapeutic use of medicines to patients, medical and nursing staff and other healthcare colleagues.7. To provide specialist medicines information including advice on clinical trials to healthcare professionals within the Greater Manchester network as appropriate.

Electronic prescribing

8. To support the maintenance of Electronic Prescribing (EP) and Pharmacy systems in conjunction with the EP project team contributing as necessary to ensure all tasks are completed to deadline.9. To be responsible for liaising with the pharmacy team, ward nursing & medical teams and the Informatics department in relation to the maintenance of and updates to the Trusts EPMA systems and contribute to the delivery of the training requirements for individual user groups.10. To check and validate all medicines and medicine order sets for accuracy, ease of use and patient safety if required.11. To support issue reporting during the implementation of new initiatives to enable projects to be delivered effectively.12. To contribute with the Informatics teams, management accountants, medical staff, pharmacy staff and other stakeholders in relation to problem solving, auditing, service development and statistical and financial drug transactions.13. To contribute to the clinical governance process by undertaking risk assessments and by analysing data provided by the system with regard to safety and prescribing issues. To inform system users across the Trust of any risks or issues arising from use of the system.

Other clinical duties

14. To participate and lead in service evaluation, Clinical Audit and/or practice research as required.15. To maintain, lead (as appropriate) and contribute to the regular review and development of efficient pharmacy services, namely dispensary, satellite pharmacy within the Trust and at C@sites, clinical, aseptic & clinical trial services.16. To have the opportunity to participate in research internal or external to the Trust in collaboration with disease groups or university faculties in line with the pharmacy department strategy17. To have the opportunity to work towards further post graduate qualifications in line with service requirements and the pharmacy department strategy including independent prescribing qualification.18. To assist in the development of patient group directions (PGDs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and disease group drug regimen protocols and guidelines as appropriate.19. To provide the clinical pharmacy service to additional wards in the absence of colleagues.20. To provide pharmacist cover at Christie @ sites as required21. Participate in clinical activities e.g. multidisciplinary ward rounds and deputise as needed e.g. clinical and committee meetings.22. To provide clinical and professional supervision of junior pharmacists, foundation year trainee pharmacists, technicians and students within the pharmacy department and in clinical areas of the Trust. To participate in the training of other healthcare professionals including nursing and medical staff. 23. To monitor and evaluate medicine usage and to encourage adherence to the hospital formulary. The post holder will be required to participate in formulary management, the financial monitoring of drug budgets to designated patient groups, and protocol and guideline review.24. To report on new initiatives and/or developments within designated patient groups to the Director of Pharmacy and the Clinical Services Manager and where necessary discuss the impact on pharmacy services and the action to be taken.

Governance/risk

25. To demonstrate awareness and commitment to the Trusts Clinical & Research Governance agenda and to implement agreed clinical & research governance initiatives.26. To participate in departmental, Trust and National risk management schemes such as error reporting systems and intervention monitoring.27. To identify and manage risks in relation to medicine use according to local policy and protocols.

General

28. To attend departmental pharmacy meetings and any other meetings relevant to their role.29. To develop time management skills to ensure appropriate prioritisation of workload in all areas of work.30. Ensure all activities comply with departmental and Trust health and safety, fire, security policies and COSHH regulations. To report any issues at the workplace which may put health and safety at risk.31. To participate in Continuing Professional Development ensuring relevant knowledge and skills are up to date, meeting the professional requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council. To participate in mandatory training in line with the trust and departmental requirements. 32. To participate in all department rotas including the weekend service, Bank Holiday working and on-call rotas as requested33. To behave in a manner at all times that is in accordance with the professional standards set by the General Pharmaceutical Council.34. Undertake all other related duties which may be required in accordance with the changing needs and practices of the department and organisation.

Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. To actively participate in the departmental training programme and complete competencies for each of the following areas: wards, dispensary, satellite pharmacies, clinical trials and aseptics as appropriate. Duties will include the following: a. Supporting the provision of clinical pharmacy services within the dispensaries, satellite pharmacies within the Trust and at C@ sites and the aseptic services unit, if required. Responsible for the clinical screening/review of prescriptions, both in-patients and outpatients, and to accurately check and supply medicines to patients, including clinical trials in accordance with all departmental, Trust and national standards, procedures and policies.b. Delivering a clinical pharmacy service to designated patient groups, promoting best practice for all areas of pharmaceutical care in accordance with all local, Trust and national guidelines. To use specialist knowledge to identify and resolve complex pharmaceutical issues, taking into consideration other co-morbidity factors associated with the patient and liaise with medical and nursing staff.c. Developing specialist knowledge and skills relating to oncology practice including Good Clinical Practice in clinical trials and an understanding of the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004d. Safe and effective screening / review of prescriptions for Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) regimens, clinical trials and treatment strategies in use at the Christie including full awareness of the intrathecal chemotherapy policy.e. Following local, Trust and National guidelines for safe medicines practice.f. To promote and maintain cost-effective prescribing through involvement in the development, implementation and review of evidence-based guidelines and protocols with fellow healthcare professionals, under the management of the Principal Pharmacist for Clinical Services, to establish best practice for the area of clinical responsibility. 2. To qualify as an independent prescriber (if qualification not already achieved)3. To work as an independent prescriber within a designated disease group working alongside the relevant consultant team4. To support prescribing at the individual patient level, contributing to the optimisation of patients drug therapy with due consideration to risk/benefit issues. Medicines advice 5. To provide evidence-based medicine advice where appropriate to ensure safe, effective, economical and timely use of medicines.6. To provide advice on the storage, administration and therapeutic use of medicines to patients, medical and nursing staff and other healthcare colleagues.7. To provide specialist medicines information including advice on clinical trials to healthcare professionals within the Greater Manchester network as appropriate. Electronic prescribing 8. To support the maintenance of Electronic Prescribing (EP) and Pharmacy systems in conjunction with the EP project team contributing as necessary to ensure all tasks are completed to deadline.9. To be responsible for liaising with the pharmacy team, ward nursing & medical teams and the Informatics department in relation to the maintenance of and updates to the Trusts EPMA systems and contribute to the delivery of the training requirements for individual user groups.10. To check and validate all medicines and medicine order sets for accuracy, ease of use and patient safety if required.11. To support issue reporting during the implementation of new initiatives to enable projects to be delivered effectively.12. To contribute with the Informatics teams, management accountants, medical staff, pharmacy staff and other stakeholders in relation to problem solving, auditing, service development and statistical and financial drug transactions.13. To contribute to the clinical governance process by undertaking risk assessments and by analysing data provided by the system with regard to safety and prescribing issues. To inform system users across the Trust of any risks or issues arising from use of the system. Other clinical duties 14. To participate and lead in service evaluation, Clinical Audit and/or practice research as required.15. To maintain, lead (as appropriate) and contribute to the regular review and development of efficient pharmacy services, namely dispensary, satellite pharmacy within the Trust and at C@sites, clinical, aseptic & clinical trial services.16. To have the opportunity to participate in research internal or external to the Trust in collaboration with disease groups or university faculties in line with the pharmacy department strategy17. To have the opportunity to work towards further post graduate qualifications in line with service requirements and the pharmacy department strategy including independent prescribing qualification.18. To assist in the development of patient group directions (PGDs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and disease group drug regimen protocols and guidelines as appropriate.19. To provide the clinical pharmacy service to additional wards in the absence of colleagues.20. To provide pharmacist cover at Christie @ sites as required21. Participate in clinical activities e.g. multidisciplinary ward rounds and deputise as needed e.g. clinical and committee meetings.22. To provide clinical and professional supervision of junior pharmacists, foundation year trainee pharmacists, technicians and students within the pharmacy department and in clinical areas of the Trust. To participate in the training of other healthcare professionals including nursing and medical staff. 23. To monitor and evaluate medicine usage and to encourage adherence to the hospital formulary. The post holder will be required to participate in formulary management, the financial monitoring of drug budgets to designated patient groups, and protocol and guideline review.24. To report on new initiatives and/or developments within designated patient groups to the Director of Pharmacy and the Clinical Services Manager and where necessary discuss the impact on pharmacy services and the action to be taken. Governance/risk 25. To demonstrate awareness and commitment to the Trusts Clinical & Research Governance agenda and to implement agreed clinical & research governance initiatives.26. To participate in departmental, Trust and National risk management schemes such as error reporting systems and intervention monitoring.27. To identify and manage risks in relation to medicine use according to local policy and protocols. General 28. To attend departmental pharmacy meetings and any other meetings relevant to their role.29. To develop time management skills to ensure appropriate prioritisation of workload in all areas of work.30. Ensure all activities comply with departmental and Trust health and safety, fire, security policies and COSHH regulations. To report any issues at the workplace which may put health and safety at risk.31. To participate in Continuing Professional Development ensuring relevant knowledge and skills are up to date, meeting the professional requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council. To participate in mandatory training in line with the trust and departmental requirements. 32. To participate in all department rotas including the weekend service, Bank Holiday working and on-call rotas as requested33. To behave in a manner at all times that is in accordance with the professional standards set by the General Pharmaceutical Council.34. Undertake all other related duties which may be required in accordance with the changing needs and practices of the department and organisation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational Masters Degree in Pharmacy
• Pre-registration training and successful completion of relevant exam
• Membership of General
• Pharmaceutical Council
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Diploma in clinical pharmacy or relevant post graduate qualification
• Independent prescribing qualification
• BOPA SACT Verification Passport
• Royal Pharmaceutical Credentialing

Experience

Essential

• Providing medicines information and advice
• Experience of multidisciplinary working

Desirable

• Experience of working within a hospital environment including ward pharmacy and clinical services.
• Experience within the oncology setting
• Experience in supervision of other staff.
• Experience of working within a project team

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Self motivating
• Good organisation and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure, highly organised, work to deadlines
• Ability to manage and implement change
• Ability to influence and negotiate with medical, nursing and pharmacy staff IT literate
• Ability to recognise own limitations

Desirable

• Training healthcare professionals

Knowledge

Essential

• NICE
• Excellent knowledge of clinical use of medicines
• Cost effective use of medicines and medicines management
• National intrathecal guidance

Desirable

• Experience of drug use in oncology setting
• Financial awareness in the management of drug budgets

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Commitment to improving services for staff and patients
• Able to research, interpret and present complex information in a clear and logical manner
• On call duties
• Bank holiday working
• Flexible working hours as required

Desirable

• Driver's license

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Vocational Masters Degree in Pharmacy Pre-registration training and successful completion of relevant exam Membership of General Pharmaceutical Council Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Diploma in clinical pharmacy or relevant post graduate qualification Independent prescribing qualification BOPA SACT Verification Passport Royal Pharmaceutical Credentialing Experience Essential Providing medicines information and advice Experience of multidisciplinary working Desirable Experience of working within a hospital environment including ward pharmacy and clinical services. Experience within the oncology setting Experience in supervision of other staff. Experience of working within a project team Skills Essential Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Self motivating Good organisation and time management skills Ability to work under pressure, highly organised, work to deadlines Ability to manage and implement change Ability to influence and negotiate with medical, nursing and pharmacy staff IT literate Ability to recognise own limitations Desirable Training healthcare professionals Knowledge Essential NICE Excellent knowledge of clinical use of medicines Cost effective use of medicines and medicines management National intrathecal guidance Desirable Experience of drug use in oncology setting Financial awareness in the management of drug budgets Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours Other Essential Commitment to improving services for staff and patients Able to research, interpret and present complex information in a clear and logical manner On call duties Bank holiday working Flexible working hours as required Desirable Driver's license

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Pharmacy Clinical - E00920

Wilmslow Road

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Pharmacy Clinical - E00920

Wilmslow Road

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres with an international reputation for excellence in oncology, research and advanced therapies. This newly established Specialist Pharmacist - Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs) role offers an exciting opportunity to join our expanding pharmacy clinical team and advanced therapies teams at a time of rapid innovation in cellular and gene based treatments.

You will be a key member of the cellular therapies MDT, supporting delivery of highly specialised services across inpatient wards, ambulatory care, TYA, day case areas and peripheral sites. The role focuses on advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs), including CAR T, immune effector cell therapies and Tumour Infiltrating Lymphocyte (TIL) therapy, contributing to safe, compliant and effective patient pathways. The post holder will have the opportunity to lead pharmacy related service developments with regard to ATMPs which includes Tumour Infiltrating Lymphocyte (TIL) therapy.

You will collaborate with clinical, operational and research colleagues to shape ATMP governance, education and service development, with opportunities to develop independent prescribing practice and contribute to national ATMP strategy.

If you are motivated, innovative and keen to contribute to the future of advanced therapies in haemato-oncology and solid tumour oncology, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services for haemato-oncology, solid tumour and TYA patients, supporting safe and effective use of ATMPs across inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory settings.

You will deputise for the lead haematology pharmacist in ATMP related service development, collaborating with stakeholders/MDT to design and implement models of care covering prescribing, preparation, storage, dispensing, administration and monitoring.

Responsibilities include providing expert pharmaceutical advice, ensuring compliance with governance frameworks (including JACIE), contributing to ATMP commissioning, forecasting drug expenditure, developing guidelines and SOPs, and supporting electronic prescribing.

You will act as an independent prescriber (or work towards qualification), manage your own caseload, contribute to MDT meetings, lead audits, support training and mentorship, and participate in clinical screening and checking rotas.

Although the pharmacy service is based at The Christie Hospital main site, postholders may be required to work at any location across the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network. The Trust has a flexible working policy and, subject to service commitments, it may also be possible to support an element of working from home.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.

We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.This is a unique opportunity to work with us and contribute to the growing, challenging and rewarding specialty of advanced therapies.

Job summary

Due to retirement, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a practice nurse to join our nursing team.

We are looking for a highly capable, organised, enthusiastic and motivated person. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership to the nursing team, supporting the delivery of high quality, safe and effective patient care.

The successful candidate will lead the management of long-term conditions, screening programmes, oversee infection prevention and control standard and contribute to the ongoing development of nursing services within the practice. They will play a key role in supporting the nursing team and will help to develop their skills.

We would be keen for the successful candidate to have their prescribing qualification but this is not essential.

The role is part time, we are looking for 24 - 28 hours to be worked over 3 days. These hours are negotiable.

Main duties of the job

Main duties are as follow:

• Provide clinical leadership to the nursing team and support high quality delivery of patient care. Support nurses, nurse associates, healthcare assistants and student nurses through supervision and mentorship
• Act as the practice infection prevention and control lead, ensuring compliance with national and local standards
• Lead the management of patients with long term conditions, including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, Heart Failure
• Deliver chronic disease reviews, child immunisations, vaccinations, cervical screening and health promotion activities
• Contribute to clinical audits and service development projects
• Support the practice QOF achievement

About us

Gainford Surgery is a well established GP surgery located between Barnard Castle and Darlington. Our surgery is proud to have received a 100% approval rating in the 2026 national GP patient survey, reflecting our commitment to high quality, patient centred care and a supportive working environment.

Our practice list size is approximately 3800 patients. We currently have 3 GP partners, 1 GP registrar, 1 Lead practice nurse, 1 practice nurse and 1 HCA.

We work within the Teesdale PCN and through the PCN we also benefit from working with pharmacists, first contact physiotherapists, mental health support workers (adult and children), nurse associates, care coordinators and social prescribers.

Job summary

We are looking to recruit to the post of Phlebotomist. You will work within our well established Nursing team.

Working under the direct supervision of the lead nurse and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from patients.

The ability to work as part of a team is essential. The successful candidate will be well organised, flexible, enthusiastic and committed to working in a Practice environment.

This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a fantastic team, Primary Care is constantly changing so there would be real opportunity to expand and broaden the role.

The days and hours are:

Monday, Tuesday and Friday - 7.30am - 1.30pm

Main duties of the job

Working under the direct supervision of the Lead Nurse and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from patients.

About us

We are a progressive, forward thinking, innovative and growing Practice, based in South Gloucestershire. Our practice is located equidistant between the vibrant, cultural and historic cities of Bristol and Bath. We are only 6 miles from the centres of these diverse cities, yet the beautiful countryside of South Gloucestershire is only 5 minutes away.

Our friendly, motivated and patient centred team is constantly expanding; the Practice currently has 4 GP Partners, a Managing Partner and 8 Associate GPs. Our list size of over 13,000 patients is growing rapidly. We actively encourage personal development; we offer flexibility on working days and hours, as well as an attractive remuneration package, with excellent terms and conditions.

Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital - Patient Access

3x Permanent & 2x Fixed Term (12 months)

We are searching for a high performing and enthusiastic individuals to fill Patient Administrator vacancies at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, working in our busy Admin Department. If you thrive on a challenge and enjoy working in a very busy and demanding environment this could be the role for you.

The post holder will provide a comprehensive patient focused administrative service, on a day to day basis to a multi-disciplinary team based in the Patient Access team.

The successful candidate must be able to work autonomously and a a team member and be able to take a wide range of administrative duties.

As a team player they will need to be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, be organised , adaptable and flexible show empathy and concern for others.

Working Monday-Friday between 8am-6pm

Main duties of the job

The post holder will contribute to the delivery of high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare to patients by providing an administrative service focused on the patient and their individual needs. The Patient Administrator will provide effective and efficient administrative support to a team liaising with patients, doctors and other healthcare professionals. The staff member will work consistently to provide high quality customer service and will be professional at all times.

The post holder will be required to work inoneof the following areas as indicated in the Job Advert providing cross cover where necessary:

• Clinical Offices
• A&E
• Main reception
• Central Outpatient Booking Team
• Clinical Imaging
• Wards
• Endoscopy

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job summary

Band 2, Assistant Patient Administrator - Maternity and Ante natal

West Middlesex University Hospital, Isleworth

We are looking for a friendly, self-motivated and confident person who has experience of providing a high level standard of customer care. The post holder will provide a comprehensive patient focused reception and Adminservice working in our Maternity and Ante natal department.

If you enjoy working in a very busy and demanding environment this could be your opportunity to make a real difference to the service that we provide to our local community, always keeping the patient at the centre of everything that we do.

The successful candidate must have previous reception experience and have excellent communication and customer service skills.

Working Hours are on rotation, 8am-8pm Monday -Sunday(including weekends and bank holidays)Please note: We may close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment

Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job

The post holder will contribute to the delivery of high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare to patients by supporting and welcoming patients into services in a way that meets their individual needs. The Assistant Patient Administrator will also provide administrative support to a team liaising between patients, doctors, practitioners and other healthcare professionals. The staff member will work consistently to provide high quality customer service and will be professional at all times. The post holder will be required to work in one of the following areas, providing cross cover wherenecessary:

• Maternity Reception areas
• Maternity and Ante Natal back offices

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job summary

We are seeking an organised and motivated Administrator to join our Podiatry Service. This role is key to supporting the smooth running of clinics and providing excellent service to patients and staff.

You will manage appointments, respond to enquiries, maintain accurate patient records, support clinic preparation, order supplies, and provide general administrative support to the team.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, IT, and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work in a busy environment. Previous administrative or healthcare experience is desirable but not essential.

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive team and contribute to high-quality patient care.

Main duties of the job

• Be the first point of contact for new referrals.
• Manage clinic appointments, cancellations, re-bookings, and patient enquiries using EPR systems.
• Maintain accurate patient records, registrations, and referral documentation.
• Monitor stock levels, order supplies, and process invoices.
• Ensure data quality, complete activity reports, and support audits.
• Respond professionally to patient queries, comments, and complaints
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with Trust policies, GDPR, and Caldicott standards.
• Support health and safety, infection control, and equipment maintenance processes.
• Provide cover at other clinic sites when required and participate in supervision and training.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Job summary

NIHR Clinical Research Facility: Oxford Health (CRF) Secondment Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Recruitment Facilitator to join the NIHR Clinical Research Facility: Oxford Health (CRF) on a secondment basis. This role provides specialist recruitment expertise to support the delivery of complex commercial clinical research studies, including early-phase research.

Working closely with research and clinical teams, you will lead on recruitment feasibility, participant recruitment planning, and the monitoring of recruitment activity throughout the study lifecycle. Your expertise will help ensure studies are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with CRF operational standards and Trust research governance requirements.

A key aspect of the role is embedding recruitment expertise at the earliest stages of study set-up, identifying potential recruitment risks, and implementing effective strategies to support successful study delivery. You will contribute to study viability by providing assurance around recruitment capacity, participant engagement, and recruitment performance, helping to minimise delays and support achievement of study targets.

Core hours 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, with at least 3 days a week working on site at NIHR Clinical Research Facility: Oxford Health (Warneford Hospital)

Main duties of the job

• Support recruitment feasibility assessments and participant recruitment planning for commercial and early-phase studies.
• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to support study delivery.
• Monitor recruitment activity, identify risks, and recommend solutions to maintain study timelines.
• Build strong working relationships with research, clinical, and operational teams.
• Ensure recruitment approaches are patient-centred and support a positive participant experience.
• Contribute to CRF governance through robust recruitment oversight and reporting.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount
• Pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups