Cancer Internship Programme
Closing date: 13 May 2026
We are recruiting registered nurses to our Cancer Internship Programme, which will start in June 2026. The programme aims to develop the specialist cancer workforce and deliver excellence in the care and management of patients affected by cancer.
Programme Objectives
* Support succession planning within specialist cancer nursing workforce by providing registered nurses with the opportunity to build specialist knowledge, skills and experience through direct involvement with our cancer services.
* Retain experienced and motivated qualified staff by offering structured career development opportunities for individuals interested in progressing within cancer nursing and specialist cancer practice.
* Develop the clinical competence, skills and knowledge of each intern, enhancing patient experience across our cancer pathways and supporting excellence in cancer care.
* Enable interns to lead positive service improvements within their area of practice by applying the learning and experience gained throughout the programme.
Main Duties
The duration of the programme is 18 months, and successful applicants will be committed to 7.5 hours per week of learning. Cancer interns will be expected to:
* Develop specialist knowledge and skills using the Cancer Internship Competency Framework.
* Work as part of specialist cancer teams across STSFT through a series of clinical placements. Placement areas may include chemotherapy services, oncology, haematology, cancer nursespecialists, and diagnostic/supportive care pathways.
* Work collaboratively with acute, community, and multidisciplinary teams to broaden understanding of the full cancer pathway and the wider support needs of people affected by cancer.
* Identify and implement a cancer-focused service improvement initiative within their current area of practice to enhance the quality of care and patient experience.
* Complete a PgCert in Cancer Care at Level 7 with University of Teesside.
Job Responsibilities
Applications for this vacancy are restricted to internal applicants only.
NHS England are supporting a 4th cohort of the Cancer Internship Programme at STSFT. The programme is designed for Registered Nurses with post registration experience in a clinical area and an interest in cancer nursing. The individual may aspire to move into a Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist role in the future.
The programme will incorporate clinical placements in cancer teams throughout the programme. There will be 3 core hub areas in which the intern will spend a proportion of their time within the 18‑month programme. These will be allocated following the application process. As part of the programme interns will complete a PgCert in Cancer Care (60 credits) at Level 7 in partnership with the University of Teesside.
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Person Specification
* Registered Nurse with post registration experience.
* Interest in cancer nursing and exposure to cancer clinical settings.
* Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to service improvements.
* Commitment to continuous professional development.
Qualifications
* Degree in nursing studies or a relevant clinical degree.
* Mentorship certificate, Practice Assessor training, or demonstrable equivalent experience.
Experience
* Minimum 2 years’ experience as a registered nurse, including completion of preceptorship if internationally educated.
* Evidence of continued practice development.
* Experience coordinating care for a caseload of patients.
* Evidence of leading innovation in practice.
* Experience leading a team.
* Evidence of leading change management.
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.
EEO Statement
We welcome all applications irrespective of people’s race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under‑represented groups. Looking after our workforce health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 per year pro rata for part time – 7.5 hours per week.
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
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