Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated enthusiastic band 7 clinical pharmacist to specialise in the Trust's Pharmacy Homecare Service and contribute to service developments within designated disease groups. The post is split equally between the Pharmacy Homecare Service and Clinical Services team. Working with our Principal Pharmacist Medicines Optimisation, you will help shape and deliver the NHS 10-year plan of shifting care from hospital to community.The post requires good prioritisation and organisational skills to manage both aspects of the role effectively. Initially, the postholder will work on the inpatient wards while completing clinical competencies. They will then provide 0.5 WTE support for the management and development of Homecare Services and 0.5 WTE clinical pharmacy support, including inpatient ward cover and screening Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy prescriptions.Our pharmacists work closely with multidisciplinary teams, with many practising as non-medical prescribers in outpatient clinics. We are committed to expanding these opportunities and support professional development through postgraduate study, research, secondments and collaborative projects with research partners and the University of Manchester.You will join a friendly, supportive and expanding team, helping to develop innovative services for cancer patients. If you are enthusiastic, proactive and committed to delivering high-quality patient care, we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To manage and develop homecare medicines optimisation services, alongside the Medicines Optimisation Pharmacist - Homecare and Medicines Value, by providing a specialist pharmacist service to the homecare team which includes the Christie at Home team and Outsourced homecare.

To manage services for the homecare specialist area through liaison with external homecare providers.

To deputise for the Medicines Optimisation Pharmacist - Homecare and Medicines Value as required.

To provide a clinical pharmacy service to inpatient wards as allocated.

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

To qualify as an independent prescriber (if qualification not already achieved) and work as an independent prescriber within a designated disease group working alongside the relevant MDT team.

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

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, 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.

Details

Date posted

18 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-110848-CNS-RS

Job locations

Pharmacy Clinical - E00920

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Homecare duties as follows:

Co-ordinates with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to implement new homecare services. Works with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to review existing and develop new homecare service specifications Works with Clinical Pharmacy Team Leaders, Lead Pharmacists, Outpatient Dispensary Managers, and other Pharmacy staff to identify, plan, and develop new opportunities for homecare services Co-ordinates the service review meetings for homecare medicines optimisation working closely with pharmaceutical companies, homecare companies, pharmacists, nurses, doctors, other healthcare staff, and patients Ensures compliance with current homecare medicines optimisation guidance. Deputises for the Senior Homecare Pharmacist at the National Medicines Homecare Committee and Regional homecare procurement meetings as appropriate Support the development and review of homecare scheme SLAs, protocols, treatment guidelines, service specifications, SOPs, prescription forms and patient information both within the clinical pharmacy service, Christie@Home team and other homecare external providers. Identify areas for audit which contribute to improving patient care, safety and experience in relation to homecare medicines use and provision. Maintain support for the Lead Procurement and Homecare Technician in relation to the homecare services Supports the management of homecare related incidents in conjunction with the homecare companies and C@H team To develop and implement procedures for clinical screening of homecare prescriptions To provide training for specialist pharmacists in the clinical screening of prescriptions for medicines supplied via Homecare Deputises for the Medicines Optimisation Pharmacist Homecare and Medicines Value2. Clinical duties as follows: To provide a clinical service to inpatient wards as allocated by the clinical pharmacy lead pharmacist. To qualify (or if already qualified, work as) as an Independent Prescriber and prescribe to appropriate patients in agreement with relevant consultants To support prescribing at the individual patient level, contributing to the optimisation of patients drug therapy with due consideration to risk/benefit issues. Supporting the provision of clinical pharmacy services within the dispensaries. 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. 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. Developing specialist knowledge and skills relating to oncology practice including Good Clinical Practice in clinical trials if required. Safe and effective screening / review of prescriptions for chemotherapy regimens, clinical trials and treatment strategies in use at the Christie including full awareness of the intrathecal chemotherapy policy. Following local, Trust and National guidelines for safe medicines practice. 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.

3. Service developments within other disease groups

To participate in service development and implementation with regards to other disease group initiatives. To work in collaboration with and support disease group lead pharmacists with service evaluation, project management and implementation of new initiatives / scheme. To contribute to projects to integrate GM cancers services across the Christie@sites. To develop time management skills to ensure appropriate prioritisation of project implementation and workload in all areas of work. Participate in clinical activities e.g. multidisciplinary ward rounds, out-patient clinics and deputise as needed e.g. clinical and committee meetings.

4. Medicines advice:

To provide evidence-based medicine advice where appropriate to ensure safe, effective, economical and timely use of medicines. To provide advice on the storage, administration and therapeutic use of medicines to patients, medical and nursing staff and other healthcare colleagues. Provides medicines optimisation support and advice in relation to homecare and medicines value

5. Other duties:

To participate in Clinical Audit or practice research as required. 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. To support medicines value by monitoring and evaluating 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. To report on new initiatives and/or developments within designated patient groups to the Director of Pharmacy and the Principal Pharmacist for Clinical Services and where necessary discuss the impact on pharmacy services and the action to be taken.6. Governance/risk:

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

7. General: To attend departmental pharmacy meetings and any other meetings relevant to their role. To provide the clinical pharmacy service to additional wards in the absence of colleagues. To provide pharmacist cover at Christie@sites as required To provide clinical and professional supervision of 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. 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. 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. To participate in all department rotas, Saturday service and Bank Holiday working and on-call rotas as requested To behave in a manner at all times that is in accordance with the professional standards set by the General Pharmaceutical Council. 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. Homecare duties as follows: Co-ordinates with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to implement new homecare services. Works with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to review existing and develop new homecare service specifications Works with Clinical Pharmacy Team Leaders, Lead Pharmacists, Outpatient Dispensary Managers, and other Pharmacy staff to identify, plan, and develop new opportunities for homecare services Co-ordinates the service review meetings for homecare medicines optimisation working closely with pharmaceutical companies, homecare companies, pharmacists, nurses, doctors, other healthcare staff, and patients Ensures compliance with current homecare medicines optimisation guidance. Deputises for the Senior Homecare Pharmacist at the National Medicines Homecare Committee and Regional homecare procurement meetings as appropriate Support the development and review of homecare scheme SLAs, protocols, treatment guidelines, service specifications, SOPs, prescription forms and patient information both within the clinical pharmacy service, Christie@Home team and other homecare external providers. Identify areas for audit which contribute to improving patient care, safety and experience in relation to homecare medicines use and provision. Maintain support for the Lead Procurement and Homecare Technician in relation to the homecare services Supports the management of homecare related incidents in conjunction with the homecare companies and C@H team To develop and implement procedures for clinical screening of homecare prescriptions To provide training for specialist pharmacists in the clinical screening of prescriptions for medicines supplied via Homecare Deputises for the Medicines Optimisation Pharmacist Homecare and Medicines Value2. Clinical duties as follows: To provide a clinical service to inpatient wards as allocated by the clinical pharmacy lead pharmacist. To qualify (or if already qualified, work as) as an Independent Prescriber and prescribe to appropriate patients in agreement with relevant consultants To support prescribing at the individual patient level, contributing to the optimisation of patients drug therapy with due consideration to risk/benefit issues. Supporting the provision of clinical pharmacy services within the dispensaries. 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. 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. Developing specialist knowledge and skills relating to oncology practice including Good Clinical Practice in clinical trials if required. Safe and effective screening / review of prescriptions for chemotherapy regimens, clinical trials and treatment strategies in use at the Christie including full awareness of the intrathecal chemotherapy policy. Following local, Trust and National guidelines for safe medicines practice. 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. 3. Service developments within other disease groups To participate in service development and implementation with regards to other disease group initiatives. To work in collaboration with and support disease group lead pharmacists with service evaluation, project management and implementation of new initiatives / scheme. To contribute to projects to integrate GM cancers services across the Christie@sites. To develop time management skills to ensure appropriate prioritisation of project implementation and workload in all areas of work. Participate in clinical activities e.g. multidisciplinary ward rounds, out-patient clinics and deputise as needed e.g. clinical and committee meetings. 4. Medicines advice: To provide evidence-based medicine advice where appropriate to ensure safe, effective, economical and timely use of medicines. To provide advice on the storage, administration and therapeutic use of medicines to patients, medical and nursing staff and other healthcare colleagues. Provides medicines optimisation support and advice in relation to homecare and medicines value 5. Other duties: To participate in Clinical Audit or practice research as required. 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. To support medicines value by monitoring and evaluating 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. To report on new initiatives and/or developments within designated patient groups to the Director of Pharmacy and the Principal Pharmacist for Clinical Services and where necessary discuss the impact on pharmacy services and the action to be taken.6. Governance/risk: To demonstrate awareness and commitment to the Trusts Clinical & Research Governance agenda and to implement agreed clinical & research governance initiatives. To participate in departmental, Trust and National risk management schemes such as error reporting systems and intervention monitoring. To identify and manage risks in relation to medicine use according to local policy and protocols. To demonstrate that the Trust is compliant with Hackett and RPS recommendations in relation to homecare. 7. General: To attend departmental pharmacy meetings and any other meetings relevant to their role. To provide the clinical pharmacy service to additional wards in the absence of colleagues. To provide pharmacist cover at Christie@sites as required To provide clinical and professional supervision of 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. 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. 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. To participate in all department rotas, Saturday service and Bank Holiday working and on-call rotas as requested To behave in a manner at all times that is in accordance with the professional standards set by the General Pharmaceutical Council. 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 specialist 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 of homecare medicines services
• Experience in medicines optimisation/medicines value
• Experience in supervision of other staff.
• Experience of working within a project team
• Experience of contributing to an audit or quality improvement project

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
• Excellent IT skills, including excel Data Analysis skills

Knowledge

Essential

• NICE
• Excellent knowledge of clinical use of medicines
• Cost effective use of medicines and medicines optimisation
• Hackett compliance
• RPS standards for homecare

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 specialist 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 of homecare medicines services Experience in medicines optimisation/medicines value Experience in supervision of other staff. Experience of working within a project team Experience of contributing to an audit or quality improvement project 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 Excellent IT skills, including excel Data Analysis skills Knowledge Essential NICE Excellent knowledge of clinical use of medicines Cost effective use of medicines and medicines optimisation Hackett compliance RPS standards for homecare 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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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

Pharmacy Clinical - E00920

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

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Band 3 Senior health care assistant job available on our wonderful Outpatients Departments.

The department is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic experienced band 3 Health Care Assistant who has oncology experience.

In this role you will work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality care for patients. You will work alongside experienced staff to ensure patients have positive journey throughout their time at the Christie.

The role will also involve running busy clinics and working in our busy blood rooms. If you are enthusiastic with excellent communication skills with an empathic nature alongside excellent IT skills, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

The role will involve running busy clinics with different malignancies, working alongside the multidisciplinary team. Working in our very busy blood room taking bloods peripherally, central lines and ports.

Assisting nurses with admissions by taking patients observations, ECG`s, urinalysis, blood sugars, providing personal hygiene and recording patients height and weight.

Please note we have 3 full time roles available: 1 will be to work in department 1 outpatients - Monday to Friday 8-6 and occasional weekend working on a Saturday 8-4 alongside bank holidays

The other 2 jobs will be on department 22/35 - Monday to Friday 8-6

Both are wonderful outpatient areas and there will be an expectation you will cover Department 1,department 22 & department 35 blood room

If you are interested please contact Philip Roberts 01619561630

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

This post is for 40 hours per week (full time) substantive fellow to support disease groups in Medical Oncology. The post holder will be employed by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust and will be based at The Christie Withington site. The successful applicant would be expected to work alongside consultants and trainees in out-patient clinics, supervising chemotherapy delivery and performing on-treatment reviews and where appropriate inpatient reviews.

o They will be managerially accountable to the Clinical Director of the Directorate of Medical Oncology.o They will be professionally responsible to the consultants in whose clinics they will be supporting and inpatients they are reviewing.o The post-holder will be assigned a clinical supervisor (Consultant Medical Oncologist). They will work alongside their supervisor in at least one clinic.

An element of this role maybe to support ORTC when required .

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant would be expected to work alongside consultants and trainees in out-patient clinics, supervising chemotherapy delivery and performing on-treatment reviews and inpatient reviews.o The employing authority is The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.o They will be managerially accountable to the Clinical Director of the Directorate of Medical Oncology.o They will be professionally responsible to the consultants in whose clinics they will be supporting. o The post-holder will be assigned a clinical supervisor (Consultant Medical Oncologist). They will work alongside their supervisor in at least one clinic.

These roles are varied depending on which disease groups they are assigned to.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 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 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.The postholder will contribute to the delivery of high quality consultant led care across 7 days. This includes participation in planned weekend and weekday clinical activity to support safe, timely decision making & continuity of care for patients.

Details

Date posted

18 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,355 to £76,582 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-MD-C2025-24799-OO-B

Job locations

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

550 Wilmslow Road

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe successful candidate will support outpatient clinics at The Christie and peripheral sites. The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide senior input to patient care.

Continuing Professional DevelopmentThe Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.

Role PlanningJob plans will vary depending on the disease group in each rotation.

Mon

Tues

Wed

Thu

Fri

AM

Clinic

MDT/Admin

admin

ORTC

Clinic

PM

SPA

Clinic

Team meetings

Spa 0.5/clinic prep

Spa

On call CommitmentsThis role does not require participation in the on-call rota. (This will vary on the number of Registrars there are in post at any one time and those with less than 100% commitment on the on call rota.)

Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe successful candidate will support outpatient clinics at The Christie and peripheral sites. The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide senior input to patient care. Continuing Professional DevelopmentThe Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities. Role PlanningJob plans will vary depending on the disease group in each rotation. Mon Tues Wed Thu Fri AM Clinic MDT/Admin admin ORTC Clinic PM SPA Clinic Team meetings Spa 0.5/clinic prep Spa On call CommitmentsThis role does not require participation in the on-call rota. (This will vary on the number of Registrars there are in post at any one time and those with less than 100% commitment on the on call rota.)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MB BCh or Equivalent
• GMC registration (Can be achieved after interview)

Desirable

• MRCP (UK)

Experience

Essential

• Research awareness
• Experience in oncology at a senior level
• Understands principles of audit
• Ability and willingness to work in multidisciplinary teams
• Experience of and ability to teach junior medical staff, medical students and nurses

Desirable

• Evidence of enthusiasm and participation in research
• Evidence of participation in audit
• Skills in time/resource management

Personal skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Confident in ability but knows own limitations
• Professional demeanour
• Evidence of general medicine competence
• Good communication skills with patients and colleagues
• Technical ability
• Evidence of interest in the subject of oncology and insight into the nature of cancer treatments
• Hard-working and commitment to patient care

Desirable

• Ability to effectively/efficiently deal with diverse clinical problems which affect cancer patients

Person Specification Qualifications Essential MB BCh or Equivalent GMC registration (Can be achieved after interview) Desirable MRCP (UK) Experience Essential Research awareness Experience in oncology at a senior level Understands principles of audit Ability and willingness to work in multidisciplinary teams Experience of and ability to teach junior medical staff, medical students and nurses Desirable Evidence of enthusiasm and participation in research Evidence of participation in audit Skills in time/resource management Personal skills Essential Good interpersonal skills Confident in ability but knows own limitations Professional demeanour Evidence of general medicine competence Good communication skills with patients and colleagues Technical ability Evidence of interest in the subject of oncology and insight into the nature of cancer treatments Hard-working and commitment to patient care Desirable Ability to effectively/efficiently deal with diverse clinical problems which affect cancer patients

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

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

550 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

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

550 Wilmslow Road

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with Mid-Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, is seeking three experienced and motivated Consultant Haematologist to join our team at Leighton Hospital.

This is a 10 PA per week role with on-call commitments, working alongside three established consultants and a Lead Consultant to deliver a high-quality, patient-centred haematology service -including:

Three consultant clinics per week - split between Haematology Oncology and classical HaematologyLiaison haematology for MCHT inpatientsLiaison haematology for GPsParticipation in Christie network MDTsOpportunities to develop a special interest with cross site working at The Christie in Withington

As part of this appointment, candidates applying directly (not via an agency) will receive a one-off attraction payment of 20% of the first year's salary, subject to remaining in post for a minimum of two years. Flexible working options may be considered.

Main duties of the job

The successful post holder will be responsible for providing consultant level support to The Christie clinical haematology service and to implement best practice in Haematology.

The role will include three outpatient clinics per week, responsibility for outpatients attending the Macmillan Cancer Care Unit for treatment and provision of specialist input into the care of inpatients at Leighton Hospital. The post holder will have considerable liaison with local General Practitioners for haematological advice and will join the existing consultant's rota to manage this.

The post holder will be a core member of the haematology and lymphoma multi-disciplinary teams and the post also offers the opportunity to develop a special interest to suit the interests of the successful applicant and the unmet needs of the clinical haematology service.A full and extensive overview of the responsibilities are detailed in the job description attached

About us

The postholder will contribute to the delivery of high-quality consultant-led care across 7 days. This includes participation in planned weekend and weekday clinical activity to support safe, timely decision-making and continuity of care for patients.

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

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-MD-C2026-25170M-OO

Job locations

Haematology Mid Cheshire - E01009

Crewe

CW1 4QJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is for 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week for a Christie Clinical Haematologist based atLeighton Hospital to provide clinical support to the Christie Haematology @ Leighton service.

The post will support the service to provide an excellent and high-quality patient focused service to meet the demand from our patients and referring centres.Any consultant who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personalbasis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.

Role Purpose:This post is a collaborative venture between the Christie NHS Foundation Trust and MCHFT to support the clinical haematology services across the southern sector of the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network (GMCCN) and the delivery of clinical and laboratory haematology on the Leighton Hospital site.

The clinical haematology department based at Leighton Hospital is run by a highly motivated team providing outpatient, day care and inpatient service to BCSH level 2a.

The post will be based at Leighton Hospital. The post holder will be a core member of the Haematology and lymphoma multi-disciplinary teams and the post also offers the opportunity to develop a special interest to suit the interests of the successful applicant and the unmet needs of the Clinical haematology service.

The role will be responsible for: To develop and implement best practice in Haematology To support staff in the delivery of a high quality service To be a core member of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). Membership on Hospital Transfusion Committee NEQAS film reportingDiagnostic Haematology serviceDiagnostic services for MCHFT haematology and biochemistry services are provided by the NMCPS, with a view to utilise the Manchester HODs (haematology diagnostic system) for reporting of bone marrow aspirates, trephines and for cytogenetic and molecular studies.

Job Plan TimetableThe timetable below is indicative and will be confirmed on commencement in post.

It is the requirement of the Trust that all new consultant colleagues must have 0.25 SPAs within their job plan to support Trust appraisal and supervision requirements. This can either be as appraiser or a supervisor for medical staff or Advanced clinical Practitioners.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

AM

Outpatient clinic

ERS Triage/Lab

SPA

Outpatient Clinic

SPA

ERS Triage/ Lab

SPA

PM

Inpatient ward round and inpatient referral/ Admin

ERS Triage / Lab

SPA

Admin MDT and Departmental meetings

Outpatient clinic

ERS Triage/Lab

MDT

NB This timetable is indicative

Job Plan PA Summary

Total PAs Direct Clinical Care (DCC)

7.5

Direct Clinical Care (DCC)

Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) (including 1.5 core SPA)

2.5

Supervision role (minimum 0.25 must be allocated)

0.25

Supporting Professional Activities (SPA)

2.25

Total Programmed Activities (PAs)

10

On call CommitmentsThis role does require participation in the on-call rota.

Job description Job responsibilities This post is for 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week for a Christie Clinical Haematologist based atLeighton Hospital to provide clinical support to the Christie Haematology @ Leighton service. The post will support the service to provide an excellent and high-quality patient focused service to meet the demand from our patients and referring centres.Any consultant who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personalbasis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues. Role Purpose:This post is a collaborative venture between the Christie NHS Foundation Trust and MCHFT to support the clinical haematology services across the southern sector of the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network (GMCCN) and the delivery of clinical and laboratory haematology on the Leighton Hospital site. The clinical haematology department based at Leighton Hospital is run by a highly motivated team providing outpatient, day care and inpatient service to BCSH level 2a. The post will be based at Leighton Hospital. The post holder will be a core member of the Haematology and lymphoma multi-disciplinary teams and the post also offers the opportunity to develop a special interest to suit the interests of the successful applicant and the unmet needs of the Clinical haematology service. The role will be responsible for: To develop and implement best practice in Haematology To support staff in the delivery of a high quality service To be a core member of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). Membership on Hospital Transfusion Committee NEQAS film reportingDiagnostic Haematology serviceDiagnostic services for MCHFT haematology and biochemistry services are provided by the NMCPS, with a view to utilise the Manchester HODs (haematology diagnostic system) for reporting of bone marrow aspirates, trephines and for cytogenetic and molecular studies. Job Plan TimetableThe timetable below is indicative and will be confirmed on commencement in post. It is the requirement of the Trust that all new consultant colleagues must have 0.25 SPAs within their job plan to support Trust appraisal and supervision requirements. This can either be as appraiser or a supervisor for medical staff or Advanced clinical Practitioners. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday AM Outpatient clinic ERS Triage/Lab SPA Outpatient Clinic SPA ERS Triage/ Lab SPA PM Inpatient ward round and inpatient referral/ Admin ERS Triage / Lab SPA Admin MDT and Departmental meetings Outpatient clinic ERS Triage/Lab MDT NB This timetable is indicative Job Plan PA Summary Total PAs Direct Clinical Care (DCC) 7.5 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) (including 1.5 core SPA) 2.5 Supervision role (minimum 0.25 must be allocated) 0.25 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) 2.25 Total Programmed Activities (PAs) 10 On call CommitmentsThis role does require participation in the on-call rota.

Person Specification

Attainments

Essential

• FRCP / MRCP or equivalent
• FRCPath or equivalent
• GMC registration with a license to practice Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) specialist register via one of the following: a.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) b.Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR)

Desirable

• Additional research or teaching qualification
• MD/PhD

Experience

Essential

• Experience of teaching/training
• Clinical experience and knowledge in: General Haematology Blood Transfusion Coagulation Malignant Haematology
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development and keeps up to date with medical advances.
• Knowledge and appreciation of the core legal, ethical and political issues which govern medical practice
• Evidence of clinical leadership and people management skills.
• Ensure delivery of a quality service
• Able to implement policies and plans
• Effectively review and allocate resources
• Review and manage progress
• Clear understanding of performance management and supports a performance culture
• Accountable for performance of self and others
• Empowers others to take responsibility
• Able to develop and recognise the performance of others

Desirable

• Experience of recent and current research and or relevant publications.
• Attendance at 'Teaching for Teachers' or similar course
• Management training

Personal Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Can own/commit to shared goals
• Can build effective teams and partnerships
• Flexibility, commitment and compatibility with colleagues and multidisciplinary staff in the department.
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Acts with integrity - honest and trustworthy towards both patients and staff
• Is comfortable dealing with People
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Awareness of personal limitations.

Circumstances Domicile

Essential

• Within 30 minutes travel time to the hospital.

Person Specification Attainments Essential FRCP / MRCP or equivalent FRCPath or equivalent GMC registration with a license to practice Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) specialist register via one of the following: a.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) b.Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) Desirable Additional research or teaching qualification MD/PhD Experience Essential Experience of teaching/training Clinical experience and knowledge in: General Haematology Blood Transfusion Coagulation Malignant Haematology Evidence of continuing personal and professional development and keeps up to date with medical advances. Knowledge and appreciation of the core legal, ethical and political issues which govern medical practice Evidence of clinical leadership and people management skills. Ensure delivery of a quality service Able to implement policies and plans Effectively review and allocate resources Review and manage progress Clear understanding of performance management and supports a performance culture Accountable for performance of self and others Empowers others to take responsibility Able to develop and recognise the performance of others Desirable Experience of recent and current research and or relevant publications. Attendance at 'Teaching for Teachers' or similar course Management training Personal Skills Essential Excellent written and oral communication skills. Can own/commit to shared goals Can build effective teams and partnerships Flexibility, commitment and compatibility with colleagues and multidisciplinary staff in the department. Flexible and adaptable to change Acts with integrity - honest and trustworthy towards both patients and staff Is comfortable dealing with People Ability to work under pressure. Awareness of personal limitations. Circumstances Domicile Essential Within 30 minutes travel time to the hospital.

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

Haematology Mid Cheshire - E01009

Crewe

CW1 4QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Haematology Mid Cheshire - E01009

Crewe

CW1 4QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated, and dynamic Band 5 Radiographer to join our friendly team at our satellite Radiotherapy Centre, The Christie at Salford.

At The Christie at Salford satellite centre, we deliver both radical and palliative radiotherapy to approximately 80 patients a day. The department is equipped with a CT simulator and two Elekta Versa HD Linacs, operating within an IMPAC MOSAIQ environment, offering IGRT, SGRT, IMRT, VMAT, SRS and SBRT treatments.

Excellent communication skills will be required along with the ability to be decisive, organised, approachable and hard working with the ability to work effectively and efficiently with the rest of the friendly and enthusiastic team at The Christie at Salford to provide a seamless, safe and pleasant environment for staff and patients alike. In addition, flexibility is a necessity within the small team at The Christie at Salford.

Main duties of the job

The Band 5 Radiographer is a key member of the treatment team, working to allow efficient day to day running of their designated treatment area, ensuring all aspects of treatment delivery and preparation are completed in a timely manner. This role will rotate through both the treatment and pre-treatment areas, allowing the post holder to gain knowledge and skills across both areas of the patient pathway.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more information

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

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of fast-paced support team within the Digital Services department of The Christie. Our Tech Bar team is a well-established, friendly support team who deal with around 4500 service requests a month.The post holder will provide 1st Line Support of all logged IT incidents and requests remotely and on-site when required. The ability to provide a first-class customer service, whilst dealing with IT related issues, will play a large part of this role. This role requires a combination of technical ability, customer care skills, and business awareness. The post holder will be required to respond to service desk tickets, deal with walk-ins and log incidents and service requests.The post holder will work as a part of the 1st Line Team, taking advice and guidance from the 2nd Line support team or the IT Service Delivery Manager if required. You will be expected to develop close working relationships with all members of the Digital Services team.This is a permanent on-site role and not homeworking.

Main duties of the job

To respond and resolve 1st line incidents and requests assigned from the 1st line support team, investigating, and rectifying complex IT issues.Provide support throughout the Trust as well as remote sites e.g., peripheral clinics and Trust satellite sites.Delivering an excellent quality, customer-focused service.Provide advice and expertise on all aspects of IT relating to end user support within the trust.Liaise with relevant third-party maintenance/support providers, recording and escalating any hardware/software issues as required.Provide in-depth technical experience to troubleshoot incidents.To ensure all support requests and incidents via any inbound channel are properly understood and recorded on our ITSM system.To handle escalated tickets from 1st Line support team providing feedback when resolved to support the team's development.Track open tickets maintaining regular contact with individual staff or departments informing them of progress and expected resolution times.Promote good and efficient working practices in the use of IT.

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

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-110102-DS-RS

Job locations

IT ICT - E00387

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for logging all Service Desk calls reported by users and answer all enquiries, detailing time and date, customer name and location and the description of the call as well as issuing a call reference number to the user, in line with our Service Desk minimum data set requirement.
• To provide proactive technical 1st Line IT support to all Trust staff.
• To escalate tickets to the 2nd Line and Desktop Support teams.
• To ensure all support requests and incidents via any inbound channel are properly understood and recorded on our ITSM system.
• Track open tickets maintaining regular contact with individual staff or departments informing them of progress and expected resolution times.
• Provide in-depth technical experience to troubleshoot incidents.
• Report any high priority security breaches to your line manager.
• Responsible for ensuring any P1 or P2 ticket are highlighted to your line manager.
• Support the installation and configuration of IT hardware and software as directed.
• Support the video conferencing facilities as required.
• To deliver exceptional Customer Service striving to achieve first time resolution.
• To proactively manage all personal workloads, ensuring all tickets are worked on within the set Service Level Agreements.
• To achieve the set Service Desk KPIs and Service Level Agreements.
• Provide software advice on a variety of systems to enable Trust staff to best utilise available IT systems and resources reducing future Service Desk calls.
• Liaise with third party suppliers and support companies as required.
• To adhere to all Service Desk technical processes and guidelines as well as Trust processes and standards.
• Support and maintain the Digital Services Asset database (CMDB).
• To ensure the ITSM system is fully updated with all activity including notes, to dos and knowledge base articles.
• Adhere to security best practices given the confidential information that the post holder may come into contact within their role.
• To contribute towards a personal development plan, ensuring technical knowledge is continually improved.
• Provide support of remote sites e.g., peripheral clinics and Trust satellite sites.
• Any other tasks as reasonably required and requested.To participate in a staff rota covering our core business support hours which is between 8am and 6 pm Monday to Friday excluding bank holidays.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description is neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time in the lights of changing circumstances and in consultation with the job holder.

Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for logging all Service Desk calls reported by users and answer all enquiries, detailing time and date, customer name and location and the description of the call as well as issuing a call reference number to the user, in line with our Service Desk minimum data set requirement. To provide proactive technical 1st Line IT support to all Trust staff. To escalate tickets to the 2nd Line and Desktop Support teams. To ensure all support requests and incidents via any inbound channel are properly understood and recorded on our ITSM system. Track open tickets maintaining regular contact with individual staff or departments informing them of progress and expected resolution times. Provide in-depth technical experience to troubleshoot incidents. Report any high priority security breaches to your line manager. Responsible for ensuring any P1 or P2 ticket are highlighted to your line manager. Support the installation and configuration of IT hardware and software as directed. Support the video conferencing facilities as required. To deliver exceptional Customer Service striving to achieve first time resolution. To proactively manage all personal workloads, ensuring all tickets are worked on within the set Service Level Agreements. To achieve the set Service Desk KPIs and Service Level Agreements. Provide software advice on a variety of systems to enable Trust staff to best utilise available IT systems and resources reducing future Service Desk calls. Liaise with third party suppliers and support companies as required. To adhere to all Service Desk technical processes and guidelines as well as Trust processes and standards. Support and maintain the Digital Services Asset database (CMDB). To ensure the ITSM system is fully updated with all activity including notes, to dos and knowledge base articles. Adhere to security best practices given the confidential information that the post holder may come into contact within their role. To contribute towards a personal development plan, ensuring technical knowledge is continually improved. Provide support of remote sites e.g., peripheral clinics and Trust satellite sites. Any other tasks as reasonably required and requested.To participate in a staff rota covering our core business support hours which is between 8am and 6 pm Monday to Friday excluding bank holidays. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time in the lights of changing circumstances and in consultation with the job holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent relevant experience.

Desirable

• ITIL Foundation Certificate.

Experience

Essential

• Customer service skills and fault resolution advising on a wide range of issues and problems
• Multi-tasking ability required to deal with multiple incidents awaiting resolution.
• Positive and flexible approach to work with an ability to cope with uncertainty and adapt whilst working in a busy environment.
• Experience in using Microsoft 365 products.

Desirable

• Experience of working in an NHS organisation.
• Previous experience within a 1st or 2nd line IT support role.
• Worked in large organisation/busy office.
• IT Department background in customer service.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, presentational and interpersonal.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of staff at different levels within the organisation.
• Ability to analyse situations / information to identify and resolve a range of problems.
• Ability to use own initiative, coach individuals.
• Able to work to deadlines, prioritise and manage workload in a busy and changing environment.
• Well presented, flexible, positive, resilient, methodical, team player.
• Excellent time management.

Desirable

• Ability to think creatively.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft products.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the working practices of NHS Trusts.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, DHCP, DNS and Group Policy.
• Understanding of networking / LAN / WAN / Wi-Fi.
• A genuine interest in IT technologies and working 'hands on' within the field.
• Knowledge and understanding of SLAs & priorities.

Values

Essential

• You will demonstrate your values and behaviors mirror those of the Trust
• Professional, calm, and efficient manner.
• Challenges constructively and accepts constructive challenge from others.
• Promotes change and improvement.

Other

Essential

• Ability to undertake shift working including on-call, out-of-hours, weekend, and Public Holidays.
• Able to move computer equipment around the Trust.

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent relevant experience. Desirable ITIL Foundation Certificate. Experience Essential Customer service skills and fault resolution advising on a wide range of issues and problems Multi-tasking ability required to deal with multiple incidents awaiting resolution. Positive and flexible approach to work with an ability to cope with uncertainty and adapt whilst working in a busy environment. Experience in using Microsoft 365 products. Desirable Experience of working in an NHS organisation. Previous experience within a 1st or 2nd line IT support role. Worked in large organisation/busy office. IT Department background in customer service. Skills Essential Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, presentational and interpersonal. Ability to communicate with a variety of staff at different levels within the organisation. Ability to analyse situations / information to identify and resolve a range of problems. Ability to use own initiative, coach individuals. Able to work to deadlines, prioritise and manage workload in a busy and changing environment. Well presented, flexible, positive, resilient, methodical, team player. Excellent time management. Desirable Ability to think creatively. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft products. Desirable Knowledge of the working practices of NHS Trusts. Working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, DHCP, DNS and Group Policy. Understanding of networking / LAN / WAN / Wi-Fi. A genuine interest in IT technologies and working 'hands on' within the field. Knowledge and understanding of SLAs & priorities. Values Essential You will demonstrate your values and behaviors mirror those of the Trust Professional, calm, and efficient manner. Challenges constructively and accepts constructive challenge from others. Promotes change and improvement. Other Essential Ability to undertake shift working including on-call, out-of-hours, weekend, and Public Holidays. Able to move computer equipment around the Trust. Desirable Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.

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 Christie NHS FT

Address

IT ICT - E00387

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

IT ICT - E00387

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The successful candidate will work to assist the Senior Procurement Officers, Deputy Head of Procurement and Assistant Director - Procurement in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of Strategic Procurement, in accordance with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions (SFI's) and procurement procedures, to help deliver value for money for the trust.Under the direction of a Senior Procurement Officer, the successful candidate will be the procurement lead for allocated work streams and projects, managing their own workload, and supporting the Deputy Head of Procurement and Assistant Director - Procurement in the provision of a professional purchasing and supply service to the Trust.The post holder will be required to undertake specific projects delivering against agreed timescales and outcomes for Trust Departments and Divisions.The post holder will hold or be studying towards the professional diploma of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply or have equivalent experience in a busy procurement department.The trust reserves the right to close the applications before the deadline should a suitable number of applications be received

Main duties of the job

o To assist and manage the procurement of the full range of Trust contracts for goods and services working within the public sector procurement policy and legal framework. These will be for high value complex contracts above procurement limits as well as those below.o Support Trust Departments and Divisions in ensuring they comply with procurement legislation, UK law and Trust Standing Financial Instructions.o The post holder must be able work as part of a team, ensuring that relevant procurement information is disseminated throughout the Procurement department as necessary.o Support the Deputy Head of Procurement and Senior Procurement Officers and under their direction lead a range of procurement projects to deliver against the procurement workplan and cost improvement programme.o Under the general direction of the Senior Procurement Officers and Deputy Head of Procurement prepare and issue tender documentation, evaluate and assist with the negotiation of tenders received against the specification, and prepare analytical summaries in preparation for contract awards, ensuring that all contracts maintain fair and equal competition.o To liaise with the stakeholders and other project representatives to determine precise requirements in terms of specification and other clinical or user-based requirements.

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

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-109392-FB-DA

Job locations

Procurement - E00392

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

The successful candidate will join the trust procurement team, consisting of hardworking, enthusiastic professionals. Whilst the team works predominantly remotely, monthly in person team meetings are held to ensure help and support are provided to all team members.

The Trusts Procurement Department has been accredited as Best within the Commercial Continuous Improvement Assessment Framework (CCIAF).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To assist and manage the procurement of the full range of Trust contracts for goods and services working within the public sector procurement policy and legal framework. These will be for high value complex contracts above procurement limits as well as those below.
• Support Trust Departments and Divisions in ensuring they comply with procurement legislation, UK law and Trust Standing Financial Instructions.
• The post holder must be able work as part of a team, ensuring that relevant procurement information is disseminated throughout the Procurement department as necessary.
• Support the Deputy Head of Procurement and Senior Procurement Officers and under their direction lead a range of procurement projects to deliver against the procurement workplan and cost improvement programme.
• Under the general direction of the Senior Procurement Officers and Deputy Head of Procurement prepare and issue tender documentation, evaluate and assist with the negotiation of tenders received against the specification, and prepare analytical summaries in preparation for contract awards, ensuring that all contracts maintain fair and equal competition.
• To liaise with the stakeholders and other project representatives to determine precise requirements in terms of specification and other clinical or user-based requirements.
• Invite competitive quotations from suppliers in accordance with thresholds for competition, producing the appropriate documentation, analysing the results, prepare and present comparative prices and make recommendations to the end-users, ensuring details are recorded in the quotations register.
• To assist in the preparation and administrative work for large scale tenders including arranging and attending meetings with internal customers and external suppliers.
• To regularly use information systems to create documents and reports
• Manage the maintenance portfolio
• Monitoring orders going through Integra that are over £12k so that they can be published on Contracts Finder
• Maintain good supplier relationship.
• Liaise with the Trusts Finance Departments on all aspects of order processing as required.
• To work closely with collaborative organisations such as NHS SBS, NHS Supply Chain etc
• Assist in the development of procurement procedures and policies.
• Contribute to the professional development of the Trust Procurement Team.
• Attendance at meetings, conferences, development workshops etc at any location within the country as deemed necessary and appropriate.
• To deputise for the Senior Procurement Officers as and when required.
• To supervise the Procurement Assistant, when required.
• Invite competitive quotations from suppliers in accordance with thresholds for competition, producing the appropriate documentation, analysing the results, prepare and present comparative prices and make recommendations to the end-users, ensuring details are recorded in the quotations register.
• To assist in the preparation and administrative work for large scale tenders including arranging and attending meetings with internal customers and external suppliers.

Job description Job responsibilities We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. The successful candidate will join the trust procurement team, consisting of hardworking, enthusiastic professionals. Whilst the team works predominantly remotely, monthly in person team meetings are held to ensure help and support are provided to all team members. The Trusts Procurement Department has been accredited as Best within the Commercial Continuous Improvement Assessment Framework (CCIAF). DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To assist and manage the procurement of the full range of Trust contracts for goods and services working within the public sector procurement policy and legal framework. These will be for high value complex contracts above procurement limits as well as those below. Support Trust Departments and Divisions in ensuring they comply with procurement legislation, UK law and Trust Standing Financial Instructions. The post holder must be able work as part of a team, ensuring that relevant procurement information is disseminated throughout the Procurement department as necessary. Support the Deputy Head of Procurement and Senior Procurement Officers and under their direction lead a range of procurement projects to deliver against the procurement workplan and cost improvement programme. Under the general direction of the Senior Procurement Officers and Deputy Head of Procurement prepare and issue tender documentation, evaluate and assist with the negotiation of tenders received against the specification, and prepare analytical summaries in preparation for contract awards, ensuring that all contracts maintain fair and equal competition. To liaise with the stakeholders and other project representatives to determine precise requirements in terms of specification and other clinical or user-based requirements. Invite competitive quotations from suppliers in accordance with thresholds for competition, producing the appropriate documentation, analysing the results, prepare and present comparative prices and make recommendations to the end-users, ensuring details are recorded in the quotations register. To assist in the preparation and administrative work for large scale tenders including arranging and attending meetings with internal customers and external suppliers. To regularly use information systems to create documents and reports Manage the maintenance portfolio Monitoring orders going through Integra that are over £12k so that they can be published on Contracts Finder Maintain good supplier relationship. Liaise with the Trusts Finance Departments on all aspects of order processing as required. To work closely with collaborative organisations such as NHS SBS, NHS Supply Chain etc Assist in the development of procurement procedures and policies. Contribute to the professional development of the Trust Procurement Team. Attendance at meetings, conferences, development workshops etc at any location within the country as deemed necessary and appropriate. To deputise for the Senior Procurement Officers as and when required. To supervise the Procurement Assistant, when required. Invite competitive quotations from suppliers in accordance with thresholds for competition, producing the appropriate documentation, analysing the results, prepare and present comparative prices and make recommendations to the end-users, ensuring details are recorded in the quotations register. To assist in the preparation and administrative work for large scale tenders including arranging and attending meetings with internal customers and external suppliers.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Currently hold or is in the process of achieving entry level professional procurement qualification from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS Level 4+), or equivalent.
• Willingness to undertake any training as required by the Trust

Desirable

• 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Maths and English (or equivalent, including Functional Skills Level 2)
• Educated to degree level or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working under pressure to deadlines and prioritising workload
• Experience of working with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and other key IT packages
• Evidence of personal development

Desirable

• Experience of working in the health sector.
• Experience using e-procurement systems
• Experience in a Procurement or Supply Environment

Skills

Essential

• Ability to manage own workload and self-motivate
• Strong organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to prioritise workload in order to meet strict deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills and team player.
• Good analytical and numerical skills.

Desirable

• Ability to manage own workload and decide when to escalate when required.
• Ability to regularly use information systems to create documents and reports.
• Ability to comprehend and summarise complex written passages.
• Good negotiation skills.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of basic public sector procurement processes

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of Procurement laws, including knowledge of current procurement legislation
• Knowledge of NHS procurement process

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Flexible approach to the working environment.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Currently hold or is in the process of achieving entry level professional procurement qualification from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS Level 4+), or equivalent. Willingness to undertake any training as required by the Trust Desirable 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Maths and English (or equivalent, including Functional Skills Level 2) Educated to degree level or equivalent Experience Essential Experience of working under pressure to deadlines and prioritising workload Experience of working with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and other key IT packages Evidence of personal development Desirable Experience of working in the health sector. Experience using e-procurement systems Experience in a Procurement or Supply Environment Skills Essential Ability to manage own workload and self-motivate Strong organisational skills Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to prioritise workload in order to meet strict deadlines Good interpersonal skills and team player. Good analytical and numerical skills. Desirable Ability to manage own workload and decide when to escalate when required. Ability to regularly use information systems to create documents and reports. Ability to comprehend and summarise complex written passages. Good negotiation skills. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of basic public sector procurement processes Desirable Basic knowledge of Procurement laws, including knowledge of current procurement legislation Knowledge of NHS procurement process Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours Other Essential Flexible approach to the working environment.

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 Christie NHS FT

Address

Procurement - E00392

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

Procurement - E00392

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This role will provide senior strategic and operational leadership for Surgical and Interventional Diagnostics Education, as part of commercial/external education activity within the Christie Institute for Cancer Education (CICE). The postholder will lead the expansion of integrated surgical and interventional diagnostics education, with a particular focus on new international and commercial partnership development and development/delivery of specialist credentialed education, including robotic surgery.The postholder will provide strategic clinical leadership for the surgical and interventional diagnostics pathway for the Advancing Future Cancer Care postgraduate masters. The postholder will lead in developing and delivering the synchronous and asynchronous sections of relevant module and leading the clinical placement provision. This will include representation and membership of the Masters board, contributing to strategic oversight and operational matters including marketing, student recruitment, and governanceThe post holder will also contribute to supporting development of postgraduate fellowship pathways, working with the international education team to engage colleagues in delivering high quality opportunities. A key component of the role will be as the principal clinical interface between Christie Education, Christie International and relevant national and international professional organisations.

Main duties of the job

To provide senior strategic and operational leadership for Surgical and Interventional Diagnostics Education, as part of commercial/external education activity within the Christie Institute for Cancer Education (CICE). The post holder will lead the expansion of integrated surgical and interventional diagnostics education, with a particular focus on new international and commercial partnership development and development/delivery of specialist credentialed education, including robotic surgery.

The postholder will provide strategic clinical leadership for the surgical and interventional diagnostics pathway for the Advancing Futures Cancer Care postgraduate masters. The postholder will lead in developing and delivering the synchronous and asynchronous sections of relevant module and leading the clinical placement provision. The post holder will be part of the Masters board, contributing to strategic oversight and operational matters including marketing, student recruitment, and governance

The post holder will also contribute to supporting development of postgraduate fellowship pathways, working with the international education team to engage colleagues in delivering high quality opportunities. A key component of the role will be as the principal clinical interface between Christie Education, Christie International and relevant national and international professional organisations.

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

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year Pro rata Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

413-108642-CICE-LM-A

Job locations

Education - H00004

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Marketing

Work under the direction of the International Business Development Manager to support delivery of the marketing plan for the programme. Plan, execute and evaluate multi-channel marketing campaigns. Create and edit engaging content for the website, email, social media, newsletters and other digital platforms. Write, proofread and edit content for different audiences, ensuring clarity, accuracy, accessibility and consistency of messaging. Plan, build, test and analyse email marketing campaigns to drive engagement and conversions. Manage social media scheduling, day-to-day engagement and basic reporting. Update and optimise the website as required. Ensure consistent use of branding and act as a Brand Champion. Produce marketing collateral and presentations, maintaining corporate identity standards. Use design and publishing software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, Trust approved tools) to create digital and print-ready marketing materials, as required. Maintain a marketing activity calendar, including key awareness days, national NHS campaigns and promotional opportunities. Conduct basic market research and competitor scanning to identify trends and opportunities. Contribute practical marketing ideas to support effective engagement. Provide on-site support for filming, photography and production activities.

Data and Analytics

Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to interpret insights and inform future marketing activity. Collect, analyse and interpret data from campaigns, email, social media and website traffic (including GA4). Prepare and present regular reports on performance and engagement metrics. Identify issues, opportunities or risks and escalate as appropriate. Maintain accurate data across marketing systems including CRM databases, analytics dashboards and shared drives. Manage and update distribution and mailing lists to support effective stakeholder communication. Support basic audits of marketing and communication content, digital platforms or data as required for quality improvement. Ensure all data is stored and managed in line with Trust information governance standards.

Communications

Coordinate communications activity for campaigns, events and service activity, including updating the communications campaign planner. Support the Marketing Manager in delivering internal and external communications for the programme. Contribute to proactive and reactive communications to raise the profile and understanding of the Alliances work across public, patient, staff and partner audiences. Write, edit and proofread communication materials for internal and external audiences. Act as a point of contact for routine marketing and communications enquiries, responding promptly and professionally. Provide and receive complex and sensitive information relating to media enquiries. Liaise with internal teams and external partners to gather, verify and check information before publication.

Content Creation and Management

Support the team in promoting the programmes initiatives via communication channels. Create content for social media channels, aligned with PR stories and national NHS initiatives. Gather and upload content to the programmes website and social media channels. Maintain and refresh core communication content to ensure accuracy and relevance. Maintain organised digital asset libraries, including images, artwork, video content and media coverage archives. Advertise events and activities on relevant internal and external websites to maximise reach.

Social Media Monitoring and Engagement

Monitor social media coverage relating to the programme and share insights with colleagues and stakeholders. Maintain tracking documents and prepare reporting presentations when required. Support monitoring and responding to social media comments using approved copy. Assist with social media engagement where it aligns with wider campaign communications. Monitor digital content for timeliness, accuracy and accessibility, escalating issues where required.

Stakeholder Engagement

Support engagement with internal and external stakeholders, gathering content, updates and opportunities for marketing or communications use. Liaise with teams across the organisation to ensure messaging is accurate, timely and aligned with service priorities.

Administrative and Project Support

Work on communications or marketing projects as agreed with the Marketing Manager. Carry out administrative duties including managing image files and distributing content to stakeholders. Maintain accurate filing systems, shared drives and documentation. Demonstrate routine marketing and communications tasks to new or less experienced colleagues as required. Attend and contribute to team meetings, sharing updates on communications and marketing activity. Maintain confidentiality at all times and comply with the Data Protection Act and GDPR when handling sensitive or personal information. Support budget monitoring activities by maintaining simple budgetary records for marketing and communications spend. Raise purchase orders and process invoices in line with Trust financial procedures.

Job description Job responsibilities Marketing Work under the direction of the International Business Development Manager to support delivery of the marketing plan for the programme. Plan, execute and evaluate multi-channel marketing campaigns. Create and edit engaging content for the website, email, social media, newsletters and other digital platforms. Write, proofread and edit content for different audiences, ensuring clarity, accuracy, accessibility and consistency of messaging. Plan, build, test and analyse email marketing campaigns to drive engagement and conversions. Manage social media scheduling, day-to-day engagement and basic reporting. Update and optimise the website as required. Ensure consistent use of branding and act as a Brand Champion. Produce marketing collateral and presentations, maintaining corporate identity standards. Use design and publishing software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, Trust approved tools) to create digital and print-ready marketing materials, as required. Maintain a marketing activity calendar, including key awareness days, national NHS campaigns and promotional opportunities. Conduct basic market research and competitor scanning to identify trends and opportunities. Contribute practical marketing ideas to support effective engagement. Provide on-site support for filming, photography and production activities. Data and Analytics Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to interpret insights and inform future marketing activity. Collect, analyse and interpret data from campaigns, email, social media and website traffic (including GA4). Prepare and present regular reports on performance and engagement metrics. Identify issues, opportunities or risks and escalate as appropriate. Maintain accurate data across marketing systems including CRM databases, analytics dashboards and shared drives. Manage and update distribution and mailing lists to support effective stakeholder communication. Support basic audits of marketing and communication content, digital platforms or data as required for quality improvement. Ensure all data is stored and managed in line with Trust information governance standards. Communications Coordinate communications activity for campaigns, events and service activity, including updating the communications campaign planner. Support the Marketing Manager in delivering internal and external communications for the programme. Contribute to proactive and reactive communications to raise the profile and understanding of the Alliances work across public, patient, staff and partner audiences. Write, edit and proofread communication materials for internal and external audiences. Act as a point of contact for routine marketing and communications enquiries, responding promptly and professionally. Provide and receive complex and sensitive information relating to media enquiries. Liaise with internal teams and external partners to gather, verify and check information before publication. Content Creation and Management Support the team in promoting the programmes initiatives via communication channels. Create content for social media channels, aligned with PR stories and national NHS initiatives. Gather and upload content to the programmes website and social media channels. Maintain and refresh core communication content to ensure accuracy and relevance. Maintain organised digital asset libraries, including images, artwork, video content and media coverage archives. Advertise events and activities on relevant internal and external websites to maximise reach. Social Media Monitoring and Engagement Monitor social media coverage relating to the programme and share insights with colleagues and stakeholders. Maintain tracking documents and prepare reporting presentations when required. Support monitoring and responding to social media comments using approved copy. Assist with social media engagement where it aligns with wider campaign communications. Monitor digital content for timeliness, accuracy and accessibility, escalating issues where required. Stakeholder Engagement Support engagement with internal and external stakeholders, gathering content, updates and opportunities for marketing or communications use. Liaise with teams across the organisation to ensure messaging is accurate, timely and aligned with service priorities. Administrative and Project Support Work on communications or marketing projects as agreed with the Marketing Manager. Carry out administrative duties including managing image files and distributing content to stakeholders. Maintain accurate filing systems, shared drives and documentation. Demonstrate routine marketing and communications tasks to new or less experienced colleagues as required. Attend and contribute to team meetings, sharing updates on communications and marketing activity. Maintain confidentiality at all times and comply with the Data Protection Act and GDPR when handling sensitive or personal information. Support budget monitoring activities by maintaining simple budgetary records for marketing and communications spend. Raise purchase orders and process invoices in line with Trust financial procedures.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Higher National Diploma level or equivalent

Desirable

• Degree in Marketing
• Professional marketing qualification (e.g., CIM)

Experience

Essential

• Experience in marketing and communication across digital and offline channels

Desirable

• Experience in online analytics and SEO

Skills

Essential

• Strong IT skills, confident using a computer and software, including regular use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), web-based systems, email marketing tools, social media platforms and databases. Ability to learn and use more advanced digital tools when required, demonstrating accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in social media management tools
• Familiarity with website CMS
• Ability to use analytics tools (e.g., GA4) and compile into spreadsheets and reports
• Strong MS Office Skills
• Ability to design in-house printed materials using Publisher or Word and attention to detail to ensure continuity across materials
• Creative with an excellent eye for design
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent written skills - ability to draft correspondence and reports
• Ability tailor messaging for different audiences
• Ability to provide, receive and communicate complex information
• Ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights
• Excellent organisational skills to organise and prioritise own workload
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to use own initiative
• Developed influencing skills and ability to cultivate good working relationships with colleagues, primary care staff, third party stakeholders and suppliers
• Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to work with people at all levels of the organisation
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Able to work to tight deadlines, when necessary
• Able to manage a range of different tasks, often with competing deadlines
• Ability to take minutes and prepare meeting agendas

Desirable

• Experience supporting financial processes such as raising purchase orders and basic cost tracking
• Negotiating and influencing skills
• Skills in working with online systems or web based platforms
• Knowledge of SEO and digital advertising
• Experience with design tools (e.g., Canva and Adobe Creative Suite)
• Experience in reporting ROI and campaign performance
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment
• Photography and videography editing skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of data analytics, including GA4
• Knowledge of administration processes, methods and techniques

Desirable

• Knowledge of content management systems for website
• Using design software such as Canva
• Knowledge of current issues facing primary care professionals
• Knowledge of primary care networks and NHS organisational structures

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Some local and national travel to key events and conferences (may include evenings)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to Higher National Diploma level or equivalent Desirable Degree in Marketing Professional marketing qualification (e.g., CIM) Experience Essential Experience in marketing and communication across digital and offline channels Desirable Experience in online analytics and SEO Skills Essential Strong IT skills, confident using a computer and software, including regular use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), web-based systems, email marketing tools, social media platforms and databases. Ability to learn and use more advanced digital tools when required, demonstrating accuracy and strong attention to detail. Proficiency in social media management tools Familiarity with website CMS Ability to use analytics tools (e.g., GA4) and compile into spreadsheets and reports Strong MS Office Skills Ability to design in-house printed materials using Publisher or Word and attention to detail to ensure continuity across materials Creative with an excellent eye for design Good oral and written communication skills Excellent written skills - ability to draft correspondence and reports Ability tailor messaging for different audiences Ability to provide, receive and communicate complex information Ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights Excellent organisational skills to organise and prioritise own workload Ability to work as part of a team Ability to use own initiative Developed influencing skills and ability to cultivate good working relationships with colleagues, primary care staff, third party stakeholders and suppliers Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to work with people at all levels of the organisation Able to remain calm under pressure Able to work to tight deadlines, when necessary Able to manage a range of different tasks, often with competing deadlines Ability to take minutes and prepare meeting agendas Desirable Experience supporting financial processes such as raising purchase orders and basic cost tracking Negotiating and influencing skills Skills in working with online systems or web based platforms Knowledge of SEO and digital advertising Experience with design tools (e.g., Canva and Adobe Creative Suite) Experience in reporting ROI and campaign performance Experience of working in a fast-paced environment Photography and videography editing skills Knowledge Essential Knowledge of data analytics, including GA4 Knowledge of administration processes, methods and techniques Desirable Knowledge of content management systems for website Using design software such as Canva Knowledge of current issues facing primary care professionals Knowledge of primary care networks and NHS organisational structures Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours Other Essential Some local and national travel to key events and conferences (may include evenings)

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 Christie NHS FT

Address

Education - H00004

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

Education - H00004

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

As an Enhanced Clinical Practitioner (ECP), you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care for patients undergoing radiotherapy. Acting as a consistent point of contact throughout the treatment pathway, you will coordinate care, promote continuity and ensure patients and carers receive timely information, advice and support.Working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team, you will provide expert assessment and management of radiotherapy-related symptoms and treatment toxicities, support patients who become acutely unwell, and coordinate appropriate care within your scope of practice. You will develop specialist knowledge of disease-specific radiotherapy pathways to support patients throughout their treatment journey.You will provide holistic care, including psychological, emotional and educational support, helping patients and carers manage the challenges associated with treatment. You will facilitate effective communication across healthcare teams to ensure seamless, coordinated care and an excellent patient experience.The post holder will contribute to service development through audit, quality improvement and research activity, supporting the delivery of evidence-based practice and innovations that enhance patient outcomes and experience.We welcome applications from practitioners who do not yet hold clinical assessment skills or Non-Medical Prescribing qualifications, as training and development opportunities can be provided.

Main duties of the job

The Enhanced Clinical Practitioner (ECP) will provide expert care and support for patients undergoing radiotherapy, acting as a key point of contact throughout the treatment pathway. The post holder will coordinate care, promote continuity, and ensure patients and carers receive timely information, advice and support tailored to their needs.The role includes assessing and managing radiotherapy-related symptoms and treatment toxicities, supporting acutely unwell patients within scope of practice, and coordinating appropriate escalation, referral or admission when required.The successful candidate will develop specialist knowledge of disease-specific radiotherapy pathways and provide education, psychological support and holistic care to patients and carers during and following treatment. Where qualified, the post holder will practise as an Independent Non-Medical Prescriber. We welcome applications from practitioners who have not yet achieved advanced clinical assessment skills or Independent Non-Medical Prescribing (NMP) qualifications, as development opportunities can be provided.We are looking for a motivated, compassionate and proactive practitioner with strong communication skills, leadership potential and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient-centred care.

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

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Pro rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-110815-CNS-DA

Job locations

RT Cross Site Specialists and Review - E00763

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical duties and responsibilities

To work autonomously with other specialist disciplines. To streamline patient care and improve access for patients, both within and outside The Christie, ensuring that radiotherapy is carried in accordance to current recommended timescales.

Plan and manage own workload and the workload of the service, in a flexible manner, ensuring that service provision meets the need of patients.

Participate in the direct clinical management of patients. This includes history taking, systematic physical examination (once appropriate qualification is achieved) and formulation of clinical management plans and re-evaluation of implemented treatment plans as appropriate.

Consent agreed patient groups for treatment and procedures as per Trust policy.

Work with the clinical team to formulate clinical decisions and complex treatment plans to manage acute radiotherapy toxicity and psychosocial issues by responding to actual and potential health problems appropriately.

For agreed patient groups, provide medications following patient group directions.

For agreed patient groups, work as an independent non-medical prescriber.

Accept and make appropriate referrals from/to other professional colleagues.

Facilitate the coordination and effective management of an admission.

Prepare accurate and concise records and reports both verbal and written.

Communicate with the patients referring specialist, GP and other community and hospice based services at regular intervals as appropriate.

Practice evidence based health care and be responsible for developing, monitoring and updating clinical policies in relation to own area of practice.

Act as an expert resource and provide advice to ward/departmental areas and the wider community. To maintain and develop links with local /national cancer networks and cancer service collaborative.

To be pro-active in the development and implementation of evidence based clinical practice in line with local and national initiatives, facilitating changes in service where necessary.

To act as an expert resource on treatment related toxicities and access to wider support.

Participate in the extended shift system, bank holidays and weekend working.

To undertake any other reasonable duties as necessary.

Patient Care

Develop a relationship that recognises the person (patient/family member/carer) as an individual.

Give information, at an appropriate level of understanding, to ensure a patient is fully informed along all stages of the patient pathway.

Develop and update patient specific information which is age appropriate.

Co-ordinate the patient journey ensuring appointments and information is communicated to the patient in a timely fashion.

Act as a patient advocate with clear feedback systems in place to the MDT and referring hospitals.

Asses on a regular basis whether more support or advice is needed and offered where appropriate.

Provide an important point of contact for the patient and those around them both during and after completion of treatment, ensuring continuation of care.

Works independently to provide patient care.

Supervisory and Managerial Responsibilities.

Contribute to the clinical governance process, including adverse incident reporting/investigation and the management of complaints, as appropriate.

Supervise the requisition of stocks and equipment with care and economy.

Attend meetings at managerial, Trust committee and local Trust partnership level, acting as advocate for area of work and profession.

Participate in national oncology/radiotherapy advisory boards and relevant working groups as invited. Assist in the development of integrated patient pathways (e.g. NICE Guidance on Cancer Services, NHS Guidance etc.).

Identify gaps in service provision and work with the MDT and cancer network to implement the changes required to improve service provision.

Responsibilities for human resources

Work closely with the radiotherapy review team colleagues to ensure adequate cover across clinical working day and annual leave requested in advance with appropriate approval.

Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff.

Professional and Personal Development

Act in accordance with the HCPC/NMC code of professional conduct: standards for conduct and ethics.

Provide evidence of continued professional development in the form of a professional practice portfolio to meet the revalidation requirements of the HCPC/NMC.

Be flexible in line with evolving radiotherapy service across all Christie sites.

Ensure patient confidentiality at all times.

Maintain patient safety and dignity.

Comply with policies and procedures of the Trust.

Maintain clinical competencies, sufficient to participate in the patient pathway for all disease sites.

Participate in performance development review and evaluate own clinical practice.

Maintain essential training records.

Teaching and Training

Take an active role in the training of all learners in radiotherapy.

Educate patients and their carers on issues surrounding health promotion and illness prevention.

Promote and facilitate changes to lifestyle where appropriate.

Research and Audit

Maintain ICH/GCP competence.

Facilitate radiotherapy research.

Keep up to date with current research and publications.

Initiate and support clinical audit with respect to evaluating service effectiveness and future developments within the role, developing and managing strategies to address any shortfalls.

Disseminate relevant research findings to colleagues and members of the health professions via presentation and publication.

Project Work

To pursue continuing professional development and in doing so provide evidence of continued professional development in the form of a professional portfolio.

Lead on developing and updating patient and carer information.

Assist in the development of appropriate competencies and training for radiotherapy review colleagues and other non-medical health care professionals who may assist the review team.

Assist in development of relevant protocols in the radiotherapy quality system

This is not an exhaustive list and additional duties may be required as requested by the Radiotherapy Service Manager, Consultant radiographer or clinical teams.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical duties and responsibilities To work autonomously with other specialist disciplines. To streamline patient care and improve access for patients, both within and outside The Christie, ensuring that radiotherapy is carried in accordance to current recommended timescales. Plan and manage own workload and the workload of the service, in a flexible manner, ensuring that service provision meets the need of patients. Participate in the direct clinical management of patients. This includes history taking, systematic physical examination (once appropriate qualification is achieved) and formulation of clinical management plans and re-evaluation of implemented treatment plans as appropriate. Consent agreed patient groups for treatment and procedures as per Trust policy. Work with the clinical team to formulate clinical decisions and complex treatment plans to manage acute radiotherapy toxicity and psychosocial issues by responding to actual and potential health problems appropriately. For agreed patient groups, provide medications following patient group directions. For agreed patient groups, work as an independent non-medical prescriber. Accept and make appropriate referrals from/to other professional colleagues. Facilitate the coordination and effective management of an admission. Prepare accurate and concise records and reports both verbal and written. Communicate with the patients referring specialist, GP and other community and hospice based services at regular intervals as appropriate. Practice evidence based health care and be responsible for developing, monitoring and updating clinical policies in relation to own area of practice. Act as an expert resource and provide advice to ward/departmental areas and the wider community. To maintain and develop links with local /national cancer networks and cancer service collaborative. To be pro-active in the development and implementation of evidence based clinical practice in line with local and national initiatives, facilitating changes in service where necessary. To act as an expert resource on treatment related toxicities and access to wider support. Participate in the extended shift system, bank holidays and weekend working. To undertake any other reasonable duties as necessary. Patient Care Develop a relationship that recognises the person (patient/family member/carer) as an individual. Give information, at an appropriate level of understanding, to ensure a patient is fully informed along all stages of the patient pathway. Develop and update patient specific information which is age appropriate. Co-ordinate the patient journey ensuring appointments and information is communicated to the patient in a timely fashion. Act as a patient advocate with clear feedback systems in place to the MDT and referring hospitals. Asses on a regular basis whether more support or advice is needed and offered where appropriate. Provide an important point of contact for the patient and those around them both during and after completion of treatment, ensuring continuation of care. Works independently to provide patient care. Supervisory and Managerial Responsibilities. Contribute to the clinical governance process, including adverse incident reporting/investigation and the management of complaints, as appropriate. Supervise the requisition of stocks and equipment with care and economy. Attend meetings at managerial, Trust committee and local Trust partnership level, acting as advocate for area of work and profession. Participate in national oncology/radiotherapy advisory boards and relevant working groups as invited. Assist in the development of integrated patient pathways (e.g. NICE Guidance on Cancer Services, NHS Guidance etc.). Identify gaps in service provision and work with the MDT and cancer network to implement the changes required to improve service provision. Responsibilities for human resources Work closely with the radiotherapy review team colleagues to ensure adequate cover across clinical working day and annual leave requested in advance with appropriate approval. Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff. Professional and Personal Development Act in accordance with the HCPC/NMC code of professional conduct: standards for conduct and ethics. Provide evidence of continued professional development in the form of a professional practice portfolio to meet the revalidation requirements of the HCPC/NMC. Be flexible in line with evolving radiotherapy service across all Christie sites. Ensure patient confidentiality at all times. Maintain patient safety and dignity. Comply with policies and procedures of the Trust. Maintain clinical competencies, sufficient to participate in the patient pathway for all disease sites. Participate in performance development review and evaluate own clinical practice. Maintain essential training records. Teaching and Training Take an active role in the training of all learners in radiotherapy. Educate patients and their carers on issues surrounding health promotion and illness prevention. Promote and facilitate changes to lifestyle where appropriate. Research and Audit Maintain ICH/GCP competence. Facilitate radiotherapy research. Keep up to date with current research and publications. Initiate and support clinical audit with respect to evaluating service effectiveness and future developments within the role, developing and managing strategies to address any shortfalls. Disseminate relevant research findings to colleagues and members of the health professions via presentation and publication. Project Work To pursue continuing professional development and in doing so provide evidence of continued professional development in the form of a professional portfolio. Lead on developing and updating patient and carer information. Assist in the development of appropriate competencies and training for radiotherapy review colleagues and other non-medical health care professionals who may assist the review team. Assist in development of relevant protocols in the radiotherapy quality system This is not an exhaustive list and additional duties may be required as requested by the Radiotherapy Service Manager, Consultant radiographer or clinical teams.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Therapeutic Radiography or BSc in Adult Nursing (or working towards)
• HCPC or NMC Registration
• Willingness and ability to work towards - Non medical prescribing qualification and clinical skills and Review/consent skills

Desirable

• NMP qualification
• Clinical examination skills qualification

Experience

Essential

• Extensive clinical experience with current and continuous service at lead Senior level
• Evidence of expertise in Cancer Care and radiotherapy/oncology
• Evidence of change management
• Evidence of active role in the setting and maintenance of quality standards
• Experience of on-the-job teaching/mentorship to other qualified staff
• Evidence of relevant CPD

Desirable

• Evidence of participation in research and/or development work
• Experience of working independently

Skills

Essential

• Organised but flexible approach to work
• Ability to disseminate information through different media
• Ability to communicate effectively with all grades of staff, patients, carers and general public
• Ability to problem solve and to make sound decisions independently and particularly under pressure in the clinical environment
• High standard of communication skills
• Ability to motivate others
• Able to show initiative and innovation in order to develop the service for the future
• Computer literacy
• Ability to work as a self-motivated autonomous practitioner

Desirable

• Good presentation skills
• Evidence of research skills-e.g. critical analysis of current literature, awareness of translational research and evidenced based practice
• Advanced communication skills training

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of contemporary issues surrounding Oncology/Radiotherapy
• Detailed knowledge of Anatomy, and Oncology
• Ability to pass on knowledge to staff and students to ensure continuing education in toxicity management of patients
• Graduate level knowledge, training and experience of Cancer Care

Desirable

• Knowledge of current Health service and Oncology specific legislation and DoH plans
• Knowledge and application of Ionising radiation medical exposure regulations (IRMER) and other relevant policies and regulations local and national

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours
• Committed to professional development
• Confidence to adapt to an evolving and changing service
• Evidence of team working

Desirable

• Calm and conscientious nature

Other

Essential

• Enthusiastic, well motivated with a commitment to providing a high standard of service and evidenced based practice
• Ability to co-ordinate work to meet the demands of the established and developing service
• Attention to detail and accuracy in day to day working

Desirable

• Flexibility in working hours

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc in Therapeutic Radiography or BSc in Adult Nursing (or working towards) HCPC or NMC Registration Willingness and ability to work towards - Non medical prescribing qualification and clinical skills and Review/consent skills Desirable NMP qualification Clinical examination skills qualification Experience Essential Extensive clinical experience with current and continuous service at lead Senior level Evidence of expertise in Cancer Care and radiotherapy/oncology Evidence of change management Evidence of active role in the setting and maintenance of quality standards Experience of on-the-job teaching/mentorship to other qualified staff Evidence of relevant CPD Desirable Evidence of participation in research and/or development work Experience of working independently Skills Essential Organised but flexible approach to work Ability to disseminate information through different media Ability to communicate effectively with all grades of staff, patients, carers and general public Ability to problem solve and to make sound decisions independently and particularly under pressure in the clinical environment High standard of communication skills Ability to motivate others Able to show initiative and innovation in order to develop the service for the future Computer literacy Ability to work as a self-motivated autonomous practitioner Desirable Good presentation skills Evidence of research skills-e.g. critical analysis of current literature, awareness of translational research and evidenced based practice Advanced communication skills training Knowledge Essential Awareness of contemporary issues surrounding Oncology/Radiotherapy Detailed knowledge of Anatomy, and Oncology Ability to pass on knowledge to staff and students to ensure continuing education in toxicity management of patients Graduate level knowledge, training and experience of Cancer Care Desirable Knowledge of current Health service and Oncology specific legislation and DoH plans Knowledge and application of Ionising radiation medical exposure regulations (IRMER) and other relevant policies and regulations local and national Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours Committed to professional development Confidence to adapt to an evolving and changing service Evidence of team working Desirable Calm and conscientious nature Other Essential Enthusiastic, well motivated with a commitment to providing a high standard of service and evidenced based practice Ability to co-ordinate work to meet the demands of the established and developing service Attention to detail and accuracy in day to day working Desirable Flexibility in working hours

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.

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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. 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

RT Cross Site Specialists and Review - E00763

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

RT Cross Site Specialists and Review - E00763

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join The Christie NHS Foundation Trust as a Implementation Co-ordinator, playing a key role in one of the most significant workforce transformation programmes currently taking place across the NHS. The successful candidate will support the implementation of the NHS People Portal, the replacement for the current Electronic Staff Record (ESR), and improve the experience of staff and managers across the Trust.

Working within the Workforce Systems and Transformation Team, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of all aspects of the Trust's implementation programme. You will work closely with the Implementation Lead, key stakeholders, managers and system users to ensure the successful deployment of the new system.

The role offers an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience of workforce systems, project support, training delivery and stakeholder engagement. You will act as a subject matter expert for the new system, providing guidance, troubleshooting support and practical solutions to help users adopt new ways of working. A significant element of the role will involve designing and delivering engaging training sessions, developing support materials and ensuring staff have the knowledge required of the new system.

This is a varied and rewarding role that will suit someone who enjoys working collaboratively, managing multiple priorities and contributing to large-scale organisational change.

Main duties of the job

The Implementation Co-ordinator will support the delivery of the Trust-wide implementation of the NHS People Portal, ensuring project milestones are achieved and stakeholders are engaged throughout the transition from ESR. Working alongside the Implementation Lead, you will coordinate implementation activities, monitor progress, identify risks and support effective communication across the organisation.You will act as a system administrator and subject matter expert, assisting with system configuration, user access management, data validation and testing activities. The post holder will provide first-line support to managers and staff, investigating and resolving system issues where possible and escalating complex matters appropriately. You will also work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure the system operates effectively and securely.A key responsibility of the role will be the development and delivery of training and user support. You will create and maintain training materials, facilitate workshops and training sessions, coordinate user engagement activities and provide ongoing support to staff as they adapt to new processes and ways of working. You will monitor training effectiveness, gather feedback and identify additional learning needs to ensure successful system adoption.

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 opportunity has a risen for a motivated nurse to join the Network Services Division The post will involve offering specialist nursing input to patients with Gynaecological Cancer. Together with the established Gynaecological and multi-disciplinary team, the CNS will aim to deliver a world class patient experience. The CNS will work within the busy and dynamic Gynaecology nursing team. Many patients will be receiving treatment to control their cancer and often have supportive and palliative needs. Sign posting patients to appropriate services, providing advice, support and symptom management is a fundamental aspect of the CNS role. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and driven to improve patient care and experience. The candidate must have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. They will also have well-developed clinical and professional leadership skills to encourage and promote best outcomes for patients, their relatives and carers. The ability to work autonomously is paramount for this post together with confidence to engage and work with a range of colleagues at all levels and from all professional groups.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be required to collaborate with all members of the Multidisciplinary Team, both internally and externally including referring hospitals, GPs, District Nurses and Specialist Nurses across the Network to ensure there is a smooth transition for patients and carers from hospital to the community and vice versa.They will need to demonstrate initiative and vision in moving the service forward as well as developing standards and protocols for the management of this patient group.Other responsibilities are outlined in the Job Description

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual to join the Referrals & Bookings team as a Clinic Administrator. You will provide a high-quality, patient-focused administrative service, ensuring new referrals and outpatient activity are managed effectively and within required waiting times.You will organise appointments, maintain accurate patient information and support clinicians with clinic templates and changes. You will also identify and escalate capacity, waiting time and service issues in line with policies and procedures.This is a busy and varied role requiring excellent administration and communication skills. You will need to be enthusiastic, willing to learn, able to use your initiative and work effectively as part of a friendly, collaborative team.The service operates Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm, with occasional Saturday shifts, 9am-1pm, for which enhanced rates apply.

Main duties of the job

o Register and scan new referrals within 24 hours and maintain accurate patient information on CareFlow, CWP and other relevant systems.

o Organise patient appointments and support clinicians with clinic templates, including cancellations, reductions, additional and ad hoc clinics.

o Liaise with referring Trusts regarding outstanding patient reports and Minimum Data Set requirements.

o Monitor patients approaching or exceeding accepted waiting times, prioritising clinical need and taking appropriate action.

o Escalate capacity, waiting-time, service risks and concerns promptly to the Assistant Service Manager in line with procedures.

o Communicate clinic and appointment changes promptly to relevant staff.

o Provide professional and empathetic communication with patients, relatives, staff and external stakeholders, adapting communication to individual needs.

o Undertake general administrative duties, including correspondence, filing, referral registration and appointment booking.

o Work autonomously and collaboratively, prioritising urgent matters and supporting colleagues when demand varies.

o Maintain knowledge of Health Records systems, CareFlow, RTT and Cancer Standards and work within Trust policies.

o Provide cover, support training of new staff and undertake other duties appropriate to the role.

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

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year Pro rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-111036-CNS-LM

Job locations

Referrals and Booking - E00833

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support outpatient activity through the provision of a high-quality, patient/customer-focused service. To ensure all new referrals are managed effectively and within maximum waiting times in line with standard operating procedures and policies. To contact patients directly to organise appointments, ensuring effective communication and reasonable notice. To process requests for clinic cancellations and reductions within one working day of receipt. To identify and escalate capacity issues, service risks and concerns to Senior Management and/or the appropriate Consultant in line with policies and procedures.

Register all new referrals within 24 hours and scan onto CareFlow and CWP, maintaining accurate patient information and case note tracking records.

Work with clinicians to manage clinic templates, including appointment changes, cancellations, reductions, additional streams and ad hoc/new clinics.

Liaise with referring Trusts regarding outstanding patient reports in line with Minimum Data Set requirements.

Undertake administrative duties including correspondence, filing, referral registration and appointment bookings.

Identify patients waiting beyond accepted timescales, prioritising clinical needs and taking appropriate action.

Escalate capacity issues, waiting-time risks, service concerns and risks promptly to the Deputy Service Manager in line with procedures.

Communicate clinic and appointment changes promptly to relevant staff.

Coordinate with other Clinic Administrators to manage variations in demand and support a one-team approach.

Communicate with patients, relatives, staff and external stakeholders professionally, empathetically and appropriately, adapting communication where required.

Organise own workload, prioritise urgent matters and work autonomously and as part of a team.

Maintain knowledge of Health Records systems, CareFlow, RTT and Cancer Standards and work within Trust policies.

Provide cover, support new staff training and undertake other duties appropriate to the role.

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive but reflects the main responsibilities of the post holder. Other duties may be required from time to time, which are commensurate with the grade of the post. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification as the demand of the service dictates.

Job description Job responsibilities To support outpatient activity through the provision of a high-quality, patient/customer-focused service. To ensure all new referrals are managed effectively and within maximum waiting times in line with standard operating procedures and policies. To contact patients directly to organise appointments, ensuring effective communication and reasonable notice. To process requests for clinic cancellations and reductions within one working day of receipt. To identify and escalate capacity issues, service risks and concerns to Senior Management and/or the appropriate Consultant in line with policies and procedures. Register all new referrals within 24 hours and scan onto CareFlow and CWP, maintaining accurate patient information and case note tracking records. Work with clinicians to manage clinic templates, including appointment changes, cancellations, reductions, additional streams and ad hoc/new clinics. Liaise with referring Trusts regarding outstanding patient reports in line with Minimum Data Set requirements. Undertake administrative duties including correspondence, filing, referral registration and appointment bookings. Identify patients waiting beyond accepted timescales, prioritising clinical needs and taking appropriate action. Escalate capacity issues, waiting-time risks, service concerns and risks promptly to the Deputy Service Manager in line with procedures. Communicate clinic and appointment changes promptly to relevant staff. Coordinate with other Clinic Administrators to manage variations in demand and support a one-team approach. Communicate with patients, relatives, staff and external stakeholders professionally, empathetically and appropriately, adapting communication where required. Organise own workload, prioritise urgent matters and work autonomously and as part of a team. Maintain knowledge of Health Records systems, CareFlow, RTT and Cancer Standards and work within Trust policies. Provide cover, support new staff training and undertake other duties appropriate to the role. This job description is not intended to be exhaustive but reflects the main responsibilities of the post holder. Other duties may be required from time to time, which are commensurate with the grade of the post. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification as the demand of the service dictates.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Secondary-level education GCSE Maths and English at C-grade or above, or equivalent
• RSA Stage II or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Evidence of further development
• European Computer Driving License or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Previous clerical and/or secretarial experience
• Experience of working with IT packages to include Word & Excel
• Evidence of working autonomously and as part of a team
• Confidence in dealing with professional groups
• Evidence of handling difficult circumstances e.g. customer complaints
• Knowledge of NHS administrative procedures

Desirable

• Previous administrative and clerical experience in a hospital environment
• Experience of hospital administration systems

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify barriers to communication and adapt style/method accordingly
• Basic keyboard skills and IT literate
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Excellent interpersonal skills and telephone manner
• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and familiarity with a range of software including Word, Excel, database packages, e-mail and web browsers
• Understanding of the importance of data protection and confidentiality
• Awareness of the NHS access targets and associated policies

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of NHS terminology
• Knowledge of multiple service areas e.g. outpatient clinic areas

Values

Essential

• Achievement and recognition
• Learning and development
• Healthy workplace
• Communication and engagement
• Proud of The Christie

Other

Essential

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures or policies
• Adaptable to change and flexible in approach to new procedures or working practices
• Willingness to learn

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Secondary-level education GCSE Maths and English at C-grade or above, or equivalent RSA Stage II or equivalent experience Desirable Evidence of further development European Computer Driving License or equivalent Experience Essential Previous clerical and/or secretarial experience Experience of working with IT packages to include Word & Excel Evidence of working autonomously and as part of a team Confidence in dealing with professional groups Evidence of handling difficult circumstances e.g. customer complaints Knowledge of NHS administrative procedures Desirable Previous administrative and clerical experience in a hospital environment Experience of hospital administration systems Skills Essential Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to identify barriers to communication and adapt style/method accordingly Basic keyboard skills and IT literate Ability to prioritise workload Excellent interpersonal skills and telephone manner Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team Knowledge Essential Knowledge and familiarity with a range of software including Word, Excel, database packages, e-mail and web browsers Understanding of the importance of data protection and confidentiality Awareness of the NHS access targets and associated policies Desirable Basic knowledge of NHS terminology Knowledge of multiple service areas e.g. outpatient clinic areas Values Essential Achievement and recognition Learning and development Healthy workplace Communication and engagement Proud of The Christie Other Essential Attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work under pressure Ability to follow standard operating procedures or policies Adaptable to change and flexible in approach to new procedures or working practices Willingness to learn

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 Christie NHS FT

Address

Referrals and Booking - E00833

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

Referrals and Booking - E00833

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting development opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Band 7 Senior sister/Charge nurse to join our dedicated SACT Outreach and Bloods closer to home team.We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate and dynamic oncology nurse with proven leadership experience to provide operational, managerial and clinical leadership across our SACT Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services. This is a rewarding role within a caring and well-led service, supported by strong staffing levels and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.About the RoleThe successful candidate will maintain responsibility for the delivery, quality and ongoing development of the SACT Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services across all sites. Working collaboratively with Band 7 Departmental Managers within the SACT Directorate and Outpatients, you will act as the operational nursing lead in delivering directorate objectives and ensuring an excellent patient experience through effective workforce planning, resource management and skill-mix utilisation.You will provide visible leadership across all Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home locations throughout Greater Manchester, developing strong relationships and collaborative partnerships with peripheral sites delivering Christie treatments.

Main duties of the job

The Role and TeamIf successful, you will lead and support a team of registered nurses and healthcare support workers delivering care across the SACT Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services throughout Greater Manchester and Cheshire. The service currently operates across 12 locations, with further expansion anticipated in line with strategic service development and patient demand.The SACT Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services operate Monday to Friday across Greater Manchester and Cheshire, including Bank Holidays. Future expansion may involve weekend working which you will be required to manage and oversee. As the service continues to grow, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting service expansion, contributing to the development and implementation of new SACT Outreach and Bloods closer to Home clinics, and ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care across all sites.Working closely with the Matron and Lead Nurse, you will be responsible for the operational management of the SACT Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services. This includes oversight of patient care standards, workforce planning, skill mix, resource management and the ongoing development and wellbeing of the nursing and healthcare support workforce.

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

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-109703-CNS-RS

Job locations

Outpatients - E00021

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are an innovative and forward-thinking team committed to continually reviewing and improving the way we deliver care to meet the evolving needs of our patients. We welcome new ideas and are seeking a motivated senior nurse with a genuine passion for oncology care, service development and leadership.The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, strategic thinking and a commitment to continuous improvement, leading service developments and supporting the implementation of change to ensure services remain efficient, responsive and patient-centred. You will be expected to foster a positive team culture, promote professional development and maintain strong collaborative relationships with colleagues and partner organisations across the region.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Service Leadership and Operational Management

• Lead the operational delivery of the SACT Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services, ensuring safe, effective and high-quality patient care across all locations.
• Plan, review and implement service developments and changes to improve patient experience, clinical effectiveness, capacity and demand management.
• Organise and manage workforce deployment, daily staffing requirements and off-duty rotas to ensure appropriate skill mix and service provision.
• Collaborate with medical staff, multidisciplinary teams and external providers to ensure effective service delivery and utilisation of resources.
• Provide visible leadership across outreach locations and peripheral treatment sites, maintaining effective partnerships and communication networks.
• Deputise for the Matron as required and provide cross-cover and support to other Band 7 managers within the SACT Directorate and Outpatients.

Patient Care and Clinical Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, ensuring accurate and contemporaneous clinical records are maintained.
• Promote and maintain high standards of clinical practice, patient safety and patient experience across all service locations.
• Investigate and manage patient incidents, complaints and concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
• Ensure services comply with Trust policies, professional standards, governance requirements, health and safety legislation and risk management processes.
• Participate in the hospital on-call rota as required.

Human Resources and Staff Management

• Provide line management, professional leadership and support to nursing and healthcare support staff.
• Undertake recruitment, induction, supervision and performance management activities to maintain a competent workforce.
• Support staff through appraisal, personal development planning and competency assessment to promote professional development and fitness to practise.
• Manage attendance, sickness absence and disciplinary matters in accordance with Trust policies and in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Act as a preceptor, mentor and role model for staff, supporting learning, wellbeing and professional growth.
• Ensure staff comply with professional standards, uniform policies and organisational requirements.

Financial and Physical Resources

• Assist in the management of staffing and non-staff budgets, ensuring resources are used effectively and within agreed limits.
• Monitor and supervise the procurement and utilisation of equipment and stock to ensure availability and cost-effective use of resources.
• Collaborate with support services to maintain high standards of cleanliness, nutrition and environmental safety.

Information and Governance

• Maintain accurate clinical, operational and workforce records in line with legal, professional and organisational requirements.
• Report, investigate and record incidents, complaints and risks in accordance with Trust policies.
• Monitor service performance and activity, providing regular updates to senior nursing and operational leadership teams.
• Participate in policy development, implementation and review to support service and organisational objectives.

Education, Training and Professional Development

• Facilitate and support the education, training and assessment of pre-registration and post-registration learners in partnership with higher education institutions.
• Deliver and support education relating to clinical practice, leadership and management.
• Promote evidence-based practice and ensure staff maintain mandatory training and professional competencies.
• Maintain own professional development and ensure knowledge remains current in relation to cancer nursing, SACT services and leadership practice.
• Support colleagues to identify and achieve their professional, educational and developmental objectives.

Service Improvement and Research

• Identify opportunities for service improvement and lead or contribute to projects that enhance patient care, service delivery and operational performance.
• Participate in audit, quality improvement, research and service evaluation activities to support evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
• Keep abreast of local and national developments affecting cancer services and communicate relevant information to the wider team.

Communication and Partnership Working

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients, carers, multidisciplinary teams, senior managers, external healthcare providers and partner organisations.
• Represent the Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services at relevant operational, professional and organisational forums.
• Communicate effectively at all levels, providing specialist advice and guidance regarding Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services.

Values and Behaviour

• Demonstrate the Trust's agreed values and behaviours in all aspects of practice.
• Take personal responsibility and accountability for professional conduct, decision-making and performance.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, treating patients, carers, colleagues and partners with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Contribute to a positive working environment through effective teamwork, communication and mutual support.

Job description Job responsibilities We are an innovative and forward-thinking team committed to continually reviewing and improving the way we deliver care to meet the evolving needs of our patients. We welcome new ideas and are seeking a motivated senior nurse with a genuine passion for oncology care, service development and leadership.The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, strategic thinking and a commitment to continuous improvement, leading service developments and supporting the implementation of change to ensure services remain efficient, responsive and patient-centred. You will be expected to foster a positive team culture, promote professional development and maintain strong collaborative relationships with colleagues and partner organisations across the region.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Service Leadership and Operational Management Lead the operational delivery of the SACT Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services, ensuring safe, effective and high-quality patient care across all locations. Plan, review and implement service developments and changes to improve patient experience, clinical effectiveness, capacity and demand management. Organise and manage workforce deployment, daily staffing requirements and off-duty rotas to ensure appropriate skill mix and service provision. Collaborate with medical staff, multidisciplinary teams and external providers to ensure effective service delivery and utilisation of resources. Provide visible leadership across outreach locations and peripheral treatment sites, maintaining effective partnerships and communication networks. Deputise for the Matron as required and provide cross-cover and support to other Band 7 managers within the SACT Directorate and Outpatients. Patient Care and Clinical Responsibilities Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, ensuring accurate and contemporaneous clinical records are maintained. Promote and maintain high standards of clinical practice, patient safety and patient experience across all service locations. Investigate and manage patient incidents, complaints and concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Ensure services comply with Trust policies, professional standards, governance requirements, health and safety legislation and risk management processes. Participate in the hospital on-call rota as required. Human Resources and Staff Management Provide line management, professional leadership and support to nursing and healthcare support staff. Undertake recruitment, induction, supervision and performance management activities to maintain a competent workforce. Support staff through appraisal, personal development planning and competency assessment to promote professional development and fitness to practise. Manage attendance, sickness absence and disciplinary matters in accordance with Trust policies and in collaboration with Human Resources. Act as a preceptor, mentor and role model for staff, supporting learning, wellbeing and professional growth. Ensure staff comply with professional standards, uniform policies and organisational requirements. Financial and Physical Resources Assist in the management of staffing and non-staff budgets, ensuring resources are used effectively and within agreed limits. Monitor and supervise the procurement and utilisation of equipment and stock to ensure availability and cost-effective use of resources. Collaborate with support services to maintain high standards of cleanliness, nutrition and environmental safety. Information and Governance Maintain accurate clinical, operational and workforce records in line with legal, professional and organisational requirements. Report, investigate and record incidents, complaints and risks in accordance with Trust policies. Monitor service performance and activity, providing regular updates to senior nursing and operational leadership teams. Participate in policy development, implementation and review to support service and organisational objectives. Education, Training and Professional Development Facilitate and support the education, training and assessment of pre-registration and post-registration learners in partnership with higher education institutions. Deliver and support education relating to clinical practice, leadership and management. Promote evidence-based practice and ensure staff maintain mandatory training and professional competencies. Maintain own professional development and ensure knowledge remains current in relation to cancer nursing, SACT services and leadership practice. Support colleagues to identify and achieve their professional, educational and developmental objectives. Service Improvement and Research Identify opportunities for service improvement and lead or contribute to projects that enhance patient care, service delivery and operational performance. Participate in audit, quality improvement, research and service evaluation activities to support evidence-based practice and continuous improvement. Keep abreast of local and national developments affecting cancer services and communicate relevant information to the wider team. Communication and Partnership Working Develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients, carers, multidisciplinary teams, senior managers, external healthcare providers and partner organisations. Represent the Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services at relevant operational, professional and organisational forums. Communicate effectively at all levels, providing specialist advice and guidance regarding Outreach and Bloods Closer to Home services. Values and Behaviour Demonstrate the Trust's agreed values and behaviours in all aspects of practice. Take personal responsibility and accountability for professional conduct, decision-making and performance. Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, treating patients, carers, colleagues and partners with dignity, respect and compassion. Contribute to a positive working environment through effective teamwork, communication and mutual support.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN Level 1
• Degree or Diploma in Nursing Studies
• Post Registration Certificate in Cancer or equivalent
• Qualification in teaching & assessing or equivalent

Desirable

• Management Course

Experience

Essential

• Oncology or acute care experience

Desirable

• Managerial experience

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent assessment skills
• Ability to deliver a high quality of care
• Computer literacy
• Leadership skills

Desirable

• Understanding of need for evidence based practice

Knowledge

Essential

• Committed to own personal professional development and that of all ward staff

Other

Essential

• Participate in on call cover for Senior Nurses
• Team player
• Ability and willingness to travel to SACT Outreach and BCTH sites

Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN Level 1 Degree or Diploma in Nursing Studies Post Registration Certificate in Cancer or equivalent Qualification in teaching & assessing or equivalent Desirable Management Course Experience Essential Oncology or acute care experience Desirable Managerial experience Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Excellent assessment skills Ability to deliver a high quality of care Computer literacy Leadership skills Desirable Understanding of need for evidence based practice Knowledge Essential Committed to own personal professional development and that of all ward staff Other Essential Participate in on call cover for Senior Nurses Team player Ability and willingness to travel to SACT Outreach and BCTH sites

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

Outpatients - E00021

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

Outpatients - E00021

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a tech-savvy professional with a passion for procurement and IT support? The Christie NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior IT Procurement Technician to manage end-to-end hardware and software procurement, support technical diagnostics, and contribute to build automation and equipment preparation.This role blends technical expertise with excellent customer service and business awareness. You'll be a key player in ensuring smooth IT operations across the Trust, responding to service requests, managing stock, and supporting remote and on-site deployments.This role is highly visible, and requires a combination of technical ability, customer care skills, and business awareness.The post holder will work on their own initiative but will take advice and guidance from the IT Asset and Procurement Manager, Lead Desktop Support Engineer or the IT Service Delivery Manager if required. You will be expected to develop close working relationships with all members of the Digital Services team.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior IT Procurement Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth delivery and support of IT services across The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Your responsibilities will include:o Manage end-to-end procurement of IT hardware and software, ensuring timely and accurate fulfilment of requests.o Deliver and deploy IT equipment to remote sites, peripheral clinics, and satellite locations.o Prepare and image devices using Microsoft SCCM and Intune, ensuring security and asset tagging is completed before deployment.o Maintain adequate stock levels and oversee replenishment processes, including ordering stock when required.o Respond to service desk tickets and customer requests, providing expert advice on IT hardware and peripherals.o Diagnose and resolve hardware issues, escalating complex problems to relevant teams or third-party support providers.o Monitor devices for failed updates and ensure prompt resolution.o Liaise with the End User Compute team to escalate build-related issues and assist with corporate image changes.o Maintain and update the IT asset database, correcting discrepancies and ensuring accurate records.o Ensure proper disposal and recycling of IT hardware in line with Trust policies.o Record and update resolution details in the ITSM tool, supporting performance reporting and analytics.o Proactively identify recurring incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and contribute to problem management.

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

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

413-110642-DS-SA

Job locations

IT ICT - E00387

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To respond and resolve requests assigned from the customers and Service Desk, ensuring a smooth procurement process for both hardware and software requests.
• Provide and deliver hardware / software for remote sites e.g., peripheral clinics and Trust satellite sites.
• Delivery an excellent quality, staff-focused service.
• Provide advice and expertise on all aspects of IT hardware and peripherals used within the trust.
• Liaise with relevant third-party maintenance/support providers, recording and escalating any hardware/software issues as required.
• Deploy all requests for hardware, software and peripherals throughout the trust, ensuring these are deployed in line with Digital SLAs.
• To prepare and image devices using Microsoft SCCM and or Microsoft Intune ready for deployment, including security and asset making of devices.
• To maintain and update the Asset database and correct any discrepancies.
• To ensure adequate stock levels are maintained and stock replenishment is fulfilled.
• To ensure all refuge and waste disposal is carried out where required.
• To ensure all aspects of Hardware Recycling / Disposal is correctly undertaken.
• Liaise with our End User Compute team to ensure that any build related issues are escalated to them.
• To assist with new or changes to the trusts corporate build image.
• Proactively monitor for any devices that have failed updates to ensure these are logged and resolved as soon as possible.
• Update the Service Desk Management System (ITSM Tool) to support the provision of performance statistics.
• Be proactive in the approach to problem management by identifying multiple instances of incidents, researching possible resolutions and in some cases undertake root cause analysis.
• Update and record resolution details in the Service Desk Management software, ensuring that the relevant resolution category and outcome are completed.
• Assign unresolved incidents to the appropriate specialist IT Team/person.
• Communicate with the end user informing them on progress and providing where possible and estimated resolution/delivery time.
• Escalate any major incidents to the IT Service Delivery Manager or Head of Digital Operations and contribute to major incident reviews where appropriate.
• Manage own workload with minimum supervision.
• Contribute to policies, procedures, and protocols for own work area.
• Work autonomously but within departmental procedures.
• Create and maintain technical procedures and training documentation for use by members of the team.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships within the Digital Services department, key stakeholders, and all Trust departments.
• Participate in personal objective setting and reviews that are in line with strategic objectives.
• Attend all mandatory training sessions as required by the Trust.

Documentation & Continuous Improvement Create and maintain technical procedures and training documentation for team use. Contribute to departmental policies, procedures, and protocols. Participate in IT projects and service improvement initiatives. Attend mandatory training and engage in personal development aligned with Trust objectives. Customer Service & Communication Deliver a high-quality, staff-focused service, keeping end users informed of progress and expected resolution times. Communicate technical issues in a clear, non-technical manner to staff at all levels. Establish and maintain positive working relationships across the Digital Services department and wider Trust.

GENERAL DUTIESPhysical effortThere is a frequent requirement to exert intense physical effort for several short periods during a shift.Mental effortThere is a frequent requirement for prolonged concentration.

Emotional effortExposure to distressing or emotional circumstances is rare.

Working conditionsOccasional exposure to unpleasant working conditions such as cold and noisy air-conditioned Data Centres.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description is neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time in the lights of changing circumstances and in consultation with the job holder.

Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To respond and resolve requests assigned from the customers and Service Desk, ensuring a smooth procurement process for both hardware and software requests. Provide and deliver hardware / software for remote sites e.g., peripheral clinics and Trust satellite sites. Delivery an excellent quality, staff-focused service. Provide advice and expertise on all aspects of IT hardware and peripherals used within the trust. Liaise with relevant third-party maintenance/support providers, recording and escalating any hardware/software issues as required. Deploy all requests for hardware, software and peripherals throughout the trust, ensuring these are deployed in line with Digital SLAs. To prepare and image devices using Microsoft SCCM and or Microsoft Intune ready for deployment, including security and asset making of devices. To maintain and update the Asset database and correct any discrepancies. To ensure adequate stock levels are maintained and stock replenishment is fulfilled. To ensure all refuge and waste disposal is carried out where required. To ensure all aspects of Hardware Recycling / Disposal is correctly undertaken. Liaise with our End User Compute team to ensure that any build related issues are escalated to them. To assist with new or changes to the trusts corporate build image. Proactively monitor for any devices that have failed updates to ensure these are logged and resolved as soon as possible. Update the Service Desk Management System (ITSM Tool) to support the provision of performance statistics. Be proactive in the approach to problem management by identifying multiple instances of incidents, researching possible resolutions and in some cases undertake root cause analysis. Update and record resolution details in the Service Desk Management software, ensuring that the relevant resolution category and outcome are completed. Assign unresolved incidents to the appropriate specialist IT Team/person. Communicate with the end user informing them on progress and providing where possible and estimated resolution/delivery time. Escalate any major incidents to the IT Service Delivery Manager or Head of Digital Operations and contribute to major incident reviews where appropriate. Manage own workload with minimum supervision. Contribute to policies, procedures, and protocols for own work area. Work autonomously but within departmental procedures. Create and maintain technical procedures and training documentation for use by members of the team. Establish and maintain positive working relationships within the Digital Services department, key stakeholders, and all Trust departments. Participate in personal objective setting and reviews that are in line with strategic objectives. Attend all mandatory training sessions as required by the Trust. Documentation & Continuous Improvement Create and maintain technical procedures and training documentation for team use. Contribute to departmental policies, procedures, and protocols. Participate in IT projects and service improvement initiatives. Attend mandatory training and engage in personal development aligned with Trust objectives. Customer Service & Communication Deliver a high-quality, staff-focused service, keeping end users informed of progress and expected resolution times. Communicate technical issues in a clear, non-technical manner to staff at all levels. Establish and maintain positive working relationships across the Digital Services department and wider Trust. GENERAL DUTIESPhysical effortThere is a frequent requirement to exert intense physical effort for several short periods during a shift.Mental effortThere is a frequent requirement for prolonged concentration. Emotional effortExposure to distressing or emotional circumstances is rare. Working conditionsOccasional exposure to unpleasant working conditions such as cold and noisy air-conditioned Data Centres. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time in the lights of changing circumstances and in consultation with the job holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent relevant experience.

Desirable

• Higher National Certificate or Diploma in IT, or equivalent experience.
• ITIL Foundation Certificate.

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience in a technical support role, including installation and configuration services.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Office products as well as web-based applications.
• Using and supporting Microsoft Operating systems such as Windows 10 /11.
• Demonstrable user support skills.
• Customer service skills and fault resolution advising on a wide range of IT issues and problems.
• Multi-tasking ability required to deal with multiple incidents awaiting resolution.
• Application, Hardware, and Operating System investigation testing.
• Remote support technologies such as SCCM, Citrix etc

Desirable

• Experience of working in an NHS organisation.
• Worked in large organisation/busy office.
• Preparation of short written reports.
• Experience of managing small project.
• Experience of Customer Relation Management.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, presentational and interpersonal.
• Advanced keyboard skills.
• Ability to work and make decisions autonomously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate system and technical issues in a non-technical way to a variety of staff at different levels within the organisation.
• Ability to analyse situations / information to identify and resolve a range of problems.
• Plan tasks and activities which may require adjustment due to variable workload / interruptions.
• Ability to use own initiative, coach individuals.
• Able to work to deadlines, prioritise and manage workload in a busy and changing environment.
• Well presented, flexible, positive, resilient, methodical, team player

Desirable

• NHS Clinical Systems and support.
• Ability to think creatively

Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent working knowledge of supporting a Microsoft Windows 10 and 11 environments.
• Working knowledge of IT hardware and software in a support context.
• Microsoft Office 2016 onwards.
• Basic network knowledge including LAN, WAN, VPN, VOIP technologies.
• Knowledge and understanding of SLAs & priorities.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the working practices of NHS Trusts.
• Microsoft Office 365.

Values

Essential

• You will demonstrate your values and behaviors mirror those of the Trust
• Professional, calm, and efficient manner.
• Challenges constructively and accepts constructive challenge from others.
• Promotes change and improvement.

Other

Essential

• Office based role with the need for travel to Christie managed sites as necessary.
• Ability to undertake shift working including out-of- hours, weekend, and Public Holidays.
• Ability to carry computer and or move computer equipment around the Trust and to other Christie sites.
• Driving Licence / Car Owner.

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent relevant experience. Desirable Higher National Certificate or Diploma in IT, or equivalent experience. ITIL Foundation Certificate. Experience Essential Recent experience in a technical support role, including installation and configuration services. Experience supporting Microsoft Office products as well as web-based applications. Using and supporting Microsoft Operating systems such as Windows 10 /11. Demonstrable user support skills. Customer service skills and fault resolution advising on a wide range of IT issues and problems. Multi-tasking ability required to deal with multiple incidents awaiting resolution. Application, Hardware, and Operating System investigation testing. Remote support technologies such as SCCM, Citrix etc Desirable Experience of working in an NHS organisation. Worked in large organisation/busy office. Preparation of short written reports. Experience of managing small project. Experience of Customer Relation Management. Skills Essential Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, presentational and interpersonal. Advanced keyboard skills. Ability to work and make decisions autonomously. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate system and technical issues in a non-technical way to a variety of staff at different levels within the organisation. Ability to analyse situations / information to identify and resolve a range of problems. Plan tasks and activities which may require adjustment due to variable workload / interruptions. Ability to use own initiative, coach individuals. Able to work to deadlines, prioritise and manage workload in a busy and changing environment. Well presented, flexible, positive, resilient, methodical, team player Desirable NHS Clinical Systems and support. Ability to think creatively Knowledge Essential Excellent working knowledge of supporting a Microsoft Windows 10 and 11 environments. Working knowledge of IT hardware and software in a support context. Microsoft Office 2016 onwards. Basic network knowledge including LAN, WAN, VPN, VOIP technologies. Knowledge and understanding of SLAs & priorities. Desirable Knowledge of the working practices of NHS Trusts. Microsoft Office 365. Values Essential You will demonstrate your values and behaviors mirror those of the Trust Professional, calm, and efficient manner. Challenges constructively and accepts constructive challenge from others. Promotes change and improvement. Other Essential Office based role with the need for travel to Christie managed sites as necessary. Ability to undertake shift working including out-of- hours, weekend, and Public Holidays. Ability to carry computer and or move computer equipment around the Trust and to other Christie sites. Driving Licence / Car Owner. Desirable Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.

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 Christie NHS FT

Address

IT ICT - E00387

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

IT ICT - E00387

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Integrated Procedures Unit (IPU) has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, organised and competent Staff Nurse to join our core nursing team.

This role is for 37.5 hours per week, worked over 4 days. IPU is currently open 07:30-19:30 Monday to Friday, so this is a great opportunity to achieve an excellent work-life balance whilst joining a dynamic nurse-led service.

Please note, you must have a valid and current NMC PIN to apply for this post. Please do not apply if you have not got a UK NMC PIN and are unable to practise immediately as a Registered Nurse.

Main duties of the job

o To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients undergoing a diverse range of day case procedures.o Act as a clinical role model for new staff, reflecting the philosophy, beliefs and standards of the department.o To effectively communicate with all members of the multidisciplinary team to promote a positive working partnership across all IPU services.o To act as a preceptor/mentor/clinical supervisor for junior staff and students.o Ensure that all prescribed drugs and treatments are given correctly and in accordance with Trust policy, including the correct care and custody of controlled drugs.o Rotate onto the day of surgery admissions unit.o Rotate into the endoscopy unit.o Rotate into the nurse lead dressings clinics.o Escalate concerns in a patient's condition to senior members of the nursing team, medical staff.o To participate in clinical audit.o To maintain full compliance with all essential training and clinical skills competencies. o To identify areas for self-development and training within the Performance Planning and Development Review structure.

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent position in the Clinical Support Team at the Christie Proton Beam Therapy (PBT) Centre in Withington Manchester.

The role is that of Clinical Support Worker (CSW) and involves a varied range of roles and daily duties incorporating both clerical and clinical skills. The role of the CSW role is supporting the patient and the service throughout their course of the patient's treatment as they attend for PBT. Working with patients on a daily basis CSW will be responsible for a range of supportive duties working alongside the radiographers in treatment and imaging, as well as clerical and administrative work. It is preferable for candidates to have some experience of working in a healthcare setting but not essential as training will be provided for this highly specialised role

Working shifts to cover the needs of the service. Example shifts include 7am-3pm and 11am-7pm. These may vary depending on work area.

Permanent 22.5hours over 3 days. Working Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday

Main duties of the job

The CSW assists the clinical teams in supporting patients whilst they are receiving treatment.

This includes assisting radiographers in the production, management and maintenance of radiotherapy immobilisation devices, liaising with patients on a daily basis, supporting patients by building a rapport, feeding back important information to the clinical team. Some clinical duties will be required such as changing dressings, capturing and recording of patient clinical observations. This role also includes a range of administrative duties using Trust systems to capture and record information tracking and maintain patient records. Good IT skills in addition to the willingness and commitment to learn multiple Trust IT systems are necessary.

Applicants should possess excellent communication skills as they will be supporting patients and carers of all ages, including a large number of paediatric patients and families travelling from all over the UK. Applicants should have a strong team work ethic and be willing to interact with a range of professions.

As a novel service flexibility is essential to meet the needs of an evolving workload. Therefore a CSW will need to have a flexible attitude to work, with the ability to adapt when the service requires. Current clinical hours of the service are covered by a range of shift patterns as described in the job description and are distributed evenly amongst the team.

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

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year Pro Rata, Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

413-110355-CNS-TM

Job locations

PBT Radiotherapy - E00625

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Communication Skills

Provides support to the department by ensuring accurate recording of treatment and planning data, organising and scheduling patient appointments, greeting and escorting patients and assisting patients with appointment queries To assist and support radiotherapy staff to support the patients physical, clinical and emotional needs whilst attending. This includes care of post-operative patients, changing dressings, tracheostomy support, and working with patients that have communication difficulties due to their condition Provides and receives routine information using tact, empathetic and reassurance skills towards patients and carers Liaises between all Christie radiotherapy centers, host sites and community where appropriate

Knowledge, training and Experience

Uses knowledge of integrated clinical information system for case note tracking and collating of data for referrals Data input and radiotherapy completion tasks Where applicable, provides retrieval of medical documents for clinical information including those from other Trusts Complies with policies, procedures, rules, regulations and departmental protocols Production of suitable immobilisation equipment Provide clinical support for radiotherapy anaesthetic and recovery areas Once training and competencies have been completed, working under the direction of the PBT radiographers to undertake routine and specifically identified tasks in order to support the running and organisation of clinical services in the PBT service once training and competencies have been completed

Personal Skills

Liaises with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that adequate information and support is available to patients Produces departmental statistics using appropriate systems, ensuring submission within given deadlines Uses analytical skills to make judgments on patient situations such as deciding when issues need to be escalated and support provided Cover the reception desk as needed, answering internal or external telephone calls Maintain accurate patient details in all the Christie patient systems, following the correct procedures for recording of information to ensure information is up to date for future reference and complies with the data protection act

Planning and Organisation

Triage and management of booking forms, booking and scheduling of radiotherapy planning and treatment across all sites Books patient transport where applicable and deals with transport queries Booking and scheduling of physiotherapy and complimentary therapy and support services on site Using patient management system, ensure all radiotherapy appointments are recorded on Medway Where appropriate use the Medway system to locate case notes for patients attending for Radiotherapy clinics, out-patient clinics or treatment

Responsibilities

Is responsible for stock control in areas of work Is responsible for the production and processing of all relevant completion letters following a patients treatment Creation of Follow up letters on patients treatment completion. Pre-treatment imaging support Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures Provide continuity of support during the absence of other clinical support workers, and booking team members Clinical and clerical support for all clinics in the Christie network, including AHP services Organisation and provision of relevant medical equipment, used in applicable clinics, including sterilisation

Patient Care

Undertakes a range of different delegated duties across the Radiotherapy Department as allocated by the relevant line manager. Will record patient information and data and contribute to the implementation of patients clinical care packages.Freedom to ActWill be required to utilise own initiative but work within defined SOPS, Procedures and Policies. When there is doubt or the post holder is unsure then there will be more senior members of staff available to raise issues with and receive guidance from.

Effort

Patient transfer Manual handling tasks as required

Working conditions

Working hours must be flexible to the needs of the service, this may include working weekends. May be expected to participate in all shift patterns

Teaching/Training

Attends all relevant mandatory training courses Maintains own personal development Participate in relevant training, meetings and work at The Christie Withington site and other satellites within the network as required. Assists in the training and/or orientation of clinical support worker and any other students. Complete Christie Care Certificate as mandated by the Trust. Required to demonstrate tasks and duties to new and less experienced members of the team.

This is not an exhaustive list and additional duties may be required as requested by the lead radiographer/ principal radiographer.

Job description Job responsibilities Communication Skills Provides support to the department by ensuring accurate recording of treatment and planning data, organising and scheduling patient appointments, greeting and escorting patients and assisting patients with appointment queries To assist and support radiotherapy staff to support the patients physical, clinical and emotional needs whilst attending. This includes care of post-operative patients, changing dressings, tracheostomy support, and working with patients that have communication difficulties due to their condition Provides and receives routine information using tact, empathetic and reassurance skills towards patients and carers Liaises between all Christie radiotherapy centers, host sites and community where appropriate Knowledge, training and Experience Uses knowledge of integrated clinical information system for case note tracking and collating of data for referrals Data input and radiotherapy completion tasks Where applicable, provides retrieval of medical documents for clinical information including those from other Trusts Complies with policies, procedures, rules, regulations and departmental protocols Production of suitable immobilisation equipment Provide clinical support for radiotherapy anaesthetic and recovery areas Once training and competencies have been completed, working under the direction of the PBT radiographers to undertake routine and specifically identified tasks in order to support the running and organisation of clinical services in the PBT service once training and competencies have been completed Personal Skills Liaises with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that adequate information and support is available to patients Produces departmental statistics using appropriate systems, ensuring submission within given deadlines Uses analytical skills to make judgments on patient situations such as deciding when issues need to be escalated and support provided Cover the reception desk as needed, answering internal or external telephone calls Maintain accurate patient details in all the Christie patient systems, following the correct procedures for recording of information to ensure information is up to date for future reference and complies with the data protection act Planning and Organisation Triage and management of booking forms, booking and scheduling of radiotherapy planning and treatment across all sites Books patient transport where applicable and deals with transport queries Booking and scheduling of physiotherapy and complimentary therapy and support services on site Using patient management system, ensure all radiotherapy appointments are recorded on Medway Where appropriate use the Medway system to locate case notes for patients attending for Radiotherapy clinics, out-patient clinics or treatment Responsibilities Is responsible for stock control in areas of work Is responsible for the production and processing of all relevant completion letters following a patients treatment Creation of Follow up letters on patients treatment completion. Pre-treatment imaging support Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures Provide continuity of support during the absence of other clinical support workers, and booking team members Clinical and clerical support for all clinics in the Christie network, including AHP services Organisation and provision of relevant medical equipment, used in applicable clinics, including sterilisation Patient Care Undertakes a range of different delegated duties across the Radiotherapy Department as allocated by the relevant line manager. Will record patient information and data and contribute to the implementation of patients clinical care packages.Freedom to ActWill be required to utilise own initiative but work within defined SOPS, Procedures and Policies. When there is doubt or the post holder is unsure then there will be more senior members of staff available to raise issues with and receive guidance from. Effort Patient transfer Manual handling tasks as required Working conditions Working hours must be flexible to the needs of the service, this may include working weekends. May be expected to participate in all shift patterns Teaching/Training Attends all relevant mandatory training courses Maintains own personal development Participate in relevant training, meetings and work at The Christie Withington site and other satellites within the network as required. Assists in the training and/or orientation of clinical support worker and any other students. Complete Christie Care Certificate as mandated by the Trust. Required to demonstrate tasks and duties to new and less experienced members of the team. This is not an exhaustive list and additional duties may be required as requested by the lead radiographer/ principal radiographer.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational healthcare qualification at level 3 or willingness to work towards
• Educated to GCSE level in Maths and English or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• AMSPAR Diploma (Association of Medical Secretaries and Practice Administrators and Receptionists Diploma)
• Completion of Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer service or patient related environment
• Experience of undertaking administrative duties

Desirable

• Experience of working in a clinical environment within the NHS
• Experience of using multiple healthcare IT systems

Skills

Essential

• Effective communication and Customer/patient care skills
• Able to work using own initiative and follow instructions from a registered professional and line management
• Ability to demonstrate and share care skills to more junior health care support workers
• Good IT skills with the ability to use/learn multiple Oncology patient management systems
• Excellent organisation skills with attention to detail

Desirable

• Wound dressing skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the healthcare support worker role in an Outpatient setting
• IT Literate

Desirable

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Evidence of recent training
• Previous experience of oncology patient management systems

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Committed to delivering high standards of patient/customer care
• Empathetic and caring
• Professional outlook and positive attitude
• Calm and reassuring
• Honest and trustworthy
• Dedicated and enthusiastic
• Team player
• Physical ability to manoeuvre patients
• Ability to keep up to date with own competencies and keen to learn new clinical and administrative skills
• Ability to concentrate during unpredictable and busy work patterns
• Comfortable being exposed to distressing and/or emotional circumstances and situations
• Available to work flexibly/ weekends / short notice

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Vocational healthcare qualification at level 3 or willingness to work towards Educated to GCSE level in Maths and English or equivalent qualification Desirable AMSPAR Diploma (Association of Medical Secretaries and Practice Administrators and Receptionists Diploma) Completion of Care Certificate Experience Essential Experience of working in a customer service or patient related environment Experience of undertaking administrative duties Desirable Experience of working in a clinical environment within the NHS Experience of using multiple healthcare IT systems Skills Essential Effective communication and Customer/patient care skills Able to work using own initiative and follow instructions from a registered professional and line management Ability to demonstrate and share care skills to more junior health care support workers Good IT skills with the ability to use/learn multiple Oncology patient management systems Excellent organisation skills with attention to detail Desirable Wound dressing skills Knowledge Essential Understanding of the healthcare support worker role in an Outpatient setting IT Literate Desirable Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Evidence of recent training Previous experience of oncology patient management systems Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours Other Essential Committed to delivering high standards of patient/customer care Empathetic and caring Professional outlook and positive attitude Calm and reassuring Honest and trustworthy Dedicated and enthusiastic Team player Physical ability to manoeuvre patients Ability to keep up to date with own competencies and keen to learn new clinical and administrative skills Ability to concentrate during unpredictable and busy work patterns Comfortable being exposed to distressing and/or emotional circumstances and situations Available to work flexibly/ weekends / short notice

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

PBT Radiotherapy - E00625

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

PBT Radiotherapy - E00625

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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