There are lots of good reasons to choose to come and work at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust. A dynamic integrated Trust with integrity and vision. Exactly the same qualities you’ll see in yourself. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust aims to be the organisation of choice for patients and an employer of choice for staff. In order to continually improve all aspects of our patient experience, we rely upon having a highly skilled, motivated, diverse, productive and patient focused workforce.
Stockport Foundation Trust is one of four ‘specialist’ hospital sites in Greater Manchester. Being a ‘specialist’ hospital will enhance our general surgery, anaesthetics, critical care and emergency medicine for the benefit of people in Stockport, High Peak, Cheshire and across Greater Manchester.
In your application for this post, please describe how your experience and skills align with 'Our values-based behaviours' ( see additional documentation) and provide examples.
Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment
As well as recognising previous NHS service, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is a member of the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. If you are currently employed by Greater Manchester Local Authority, Combined Authority, GMFRS, TfGM as well as other public service organisations, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust will recognise your previous service for sickness and maternity/paternity/adoption entitlement and also for annual leave purposes (providing there has been no break in service). If you currently work for one of the above organisations and successfully apply for a post with Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, please ensure the Recruitment team are aware so that this service is reflected in your contract of employment.
Job overview
Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist
Band 7
28.3 hours
Fixed terms 12 months
The post holder has a key leadership and specialist role at a senior level to support the organisation in the delivery of care for cancer patients and their families. This will be in accordance with thephilosophy andstandardsofcare within the specialty,ensuringthat Trust values and beliefs are upheld. In addition, the Specialist Nurse has a fundamental role in leadingon thedevelopmentand theeffectivedeliveryof specialistcancernursing to reflectthe evolving health care agenda.
Main duties of the job
· In conjunction with the Head of Nursing, Lead Cancer Nurse and Matron, will deliver the modernisationagendawithintheirclinicalsetting,includingeffectiveleadership, monitoring,and maintaining professional and care standards, work collaboratively, manage complaints as per Trust policy and lead the specialist nursing contribution to the governance agenda.
· Provideleadershipthatpromotespatientfocused care.
· Leadonthedevelopmentanddeliveryof cancereducationandtrainingforpatientsandstaff, relevant to specialist nursing practice.
· Provideclinicalleadershipandlinemanagementofstaffifappropriate,ensuringthedeliveryof the highest professional standards through staff development and individual performance appraisal/review.
· Maintainpersonalstandardsofconductandbehavior,whichareconsistentwithTrustand Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards and requirements.
· Activelycontributeto,andsupportagreeddevelopmentswithintheBusinessGroup,relevantto specialty
· Actaskeyworkerswithinagreedtumorspecificprotocols,leadingonpatientandcarer communication issues and co-ordinate the patient pathway.
· ProvideexpertnursingadviceandsupporttootherHealthCareProfessionals (HCP)
Working for our organisation
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
* Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
* Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
* Cycle to work scheme
* Salary finance – for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
* Stockport Credit Union– for local financial advice
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Current NMC Registration
* Evidence of completion of relevant courses appropriate to the clinical area
* Evidence of Masters level study or willingness to work towards with organisational support
* Evidence of post registration education in Cancer/Tumour Speciality or willing to commence within 6 months of commencing in post
* Recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards with organisational support
* Advanced Communication skills training or willingness to undertake
* Psychological level 2 training or willingness to undertake.
* Non-Medical prescribing or willingness to work towards with organisational support where appropriate for the clinical service
* Leadership/Management Qualification.
* Clinical Examination Skills level 7.
Knowledge
* In depth expert knowledge appropriate to speciality.
* Knowledge of cancer terminology, pathways and Treatments
* Working knowledge of the current national NHS Cancer agenda.
Experience
* Relevant post registration experience at Band 6 or above within cancer/palliative care/speciality.
* Experience of multi-professional working.
* Experience mentoring/supervising others.
* Experience of managing change.
* Experience of contributing to audit and research.
* Leadership and management experience.
* Previous experience working at a Band 7 level.
Skils and abilities
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of an effective MDT.
* Ability to plan, organise, prioritise and delegate effectively and support staff.
* Exemplar effective verbal and written communication skills. and able to support people with life changing news
* Ability to interpret data and utilise to improve practice.
* Ability to support, encourage and motivate others.
* Ability to effectively communicate with the Senior Leadership Team
Applicants are encouraged to read the documents attached to this vacancy before applying, including the job description and person specification and the information for applicants which includes useful information to assist you in completing your application.
From time to time we may need to close a vacancy early when in receipt of a sufficient number of applications. If you are interested in this post and wish to be considered, we strongly advise you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note that all correspondence will be via your NHS Jobs account. Unfortunately we are not able to acknowledge each application. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please consider that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. Please also note that Stockport NHS Foundation Trust are unable to refund Interview expenses or re-location costs.
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting and championing a culture of diversity, fairness and equality for all applicants and employees. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds and we strive to reflect the community we serve in our diverse workforce. Our "two tick" kite mark guarantees a candidate with a disability, who fulfills the essential criteria, an interview at the Trust. We can make reasonable adjustments, and offer support and advice in a variety of ways on request.
At the Trust we always adhere to the UK Visas and Immigration rules pertaining to right to work; candidates who do not hold UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) citizenship are required to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to be eligible to apply for either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa which allows them to work in the UK, unless they have eligibility to work in the UK via another route.
To avoid disappointment, candidates wishing to apply for a role at the Trust who do not hold UK or Republic of Ireland citizenship and who would require a CoS from an employer, should carry out a self-assessment process to identify the likelihood of obtaining CoS by visiting Work in the UK .
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
If you choose to use AI when writing a job application, it is essential to personalise the content, particularly the supporting statement. AI cannot fully understand the specific context or requirements of a role and may generate inaccurate or misleading information. Over ‑ reliance on AI can reduce an applicant’s chances of success, as it cannot effectively demonstrate how individual knowledge, experience, and skills meet the job criteria. Applicants should ensure their statements reflect a personal voice and avoid a generic or robotic tone.
Please note that we monitor the use of AI in applications. Applicants who use AI are required to declare this as part of the application process.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
The vacancy may close early if it attracts a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
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