We are seeking a dynamic and autonomousSACT Practice Educator to lead chemotherapy education and support nursing development within the Haematology/Oncology Department at SASH. This role combines clinical expertise with educational leadership to enhance the delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) and ensure safe, evidence-based care across inpatient and outpatient services.
The post holder will:
* Act as a visible clinical role model, supporting nurses at the point of care.
* Deliver and evaluate structured SACT education aligned with national standards, UKONS guidance, and the Surrey & Sussex Cancer Alliance.
* Support the development of newly qualified nurses, return-to-practice staff, international recruits, and those new to SACT administration.
* Promote continuous professional development and innovation in practice.
* Contribute to the Trust's strategic objectives and uphold its vision for excellence in cancer care.
This is a pivotal role for a confident educator with advanced chemotherapy knowledge and a passion for empowering others in clinical practice.
Main duties of the job
For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
About us
We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.
Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon - covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.
Job responsibilities
For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Criteria
* Evidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
* A complete and accurate application
* Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
* Evidence of essential experience for role
* Meet the essential education/qualifications required for the role
* Hold the necessary mandatory professional/clinical registration
* Evidence of the Trust values and behaviours
* Evidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the personal specification
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.
£47,810 to £54,710 a yearplus high cost allowance
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