Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the nursing team on Ward C2 as the Clinical Practice Facilitator. This post is a permanent part time post within paediatric oncology and haematology. You will need to have experience as a paediatric oncology nurse, and be highly motivated and have a passion for teaching and staff development, whilst ensuring that expert care is always delivered to our patients and families.
CUH is the Principal Treatment Centre for Paediatric Haematology and Oncology patients throughout the East of England and you will be working with a team of consultants, speciality doctors, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Ward and Clinic Nurses as well as the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team. The Ward cares for children from a point of diagnosis, treating children with chemotherapy and radiotherapy, as well as high dose therapy treatments for haematological and oncological conditions from across the East of England. Children undergoing Bone Marrow transplantation are also cared for within the department.
You will support the unit clinically and focus on the training and development of all staff groups with the support of the Ward Manager, clinical band 6 team and the Practice Development team within Children's Services. Elements of the role will include supporting staff to gain their Oral and Intravenous drug and chemotherapy competencies, as well as delivering safe and effective patient care to this group of patients.
Main duties of the job
As the Clinical Practice Facilitator for Paediatric Oncology and Haematology you will be expected to provide clinical expertise necessary for the efficient management of the ward on a daily basis, undertaking a full range of clinical duties relevant to the area of practice and promoting the highest standards of patient care. You will also be expected to promote that care is delivered according to policies and procedure and based on best practice from national information, implementing change when appropriate / necessary. You will monitor and maintain the quality of the clinical environment with particular reference to Trust and Departmental Health and Safety and Infection Control.
You will also expected to assist in the development and implementation of the departmental policies and procedures and ensure compliance. On a daily basis you will help organise the daily allocation of work in conjunction with the team leader and other clinical leaders, taking into account the development needs of the staff.
Your educational responsibilities will be far reaching covering all staff on C2, ensuring mandatory training is up to date, as well as developing teaching strategies to promote and enhance the care that is provided to this patient group. You will work with the wider Practice Development team to ensure an orientation and education package is delivered across Children's Services as a whole.
About us
Come Nurse with us...
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live.
You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
o Our values and reputation for outstanding careo Opportunities to experience a range of specialitieso Career and development opportunitieso Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support teamo Research experience and opportunitieso Lovely location and quality of lifeo Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start
For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 10 February 2026
Interviews are due to be held in the week commencing 23 February 2026
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start
For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 10 February 2026
Interviews are due to be held in the week commencing 23 February 2026
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Children's Nurse
- First degree
- Evidence of current relevant continuous professional development
- Post Graduate Certificate in Education or working towards
- Fellow of Higher Education Academy or working towards
- Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development in area of specialism
- Systematic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) competency
Desirable
- Post registration qualification
- Professional Nurse Advocate
- Leadership/management experience
- Evidence of ability to study at Master's level
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate expert nursing skills
- Evidence of mentorship/preceptorship roles
- Teaching experience (formal or informal)
- Experience in using reflective practice.
- Experience in giving formal feedback to others
Desirable
- Experience in shift management and leadership of a team
- Relevant audit experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to demonstrate understanding of the job role priorities in respect of current NHS, Nursing and Midwifery Council standards/HCPC standards, CQC standards
- Good understanding of professional and statutory body requirements in relation to practice learning placements
- Demonstrates a sound awareness of cultural and learning diversity
Desirable
- Audit / data collection or research experience.
- Quality issues and the role of clinical governance
- Understanding of the needs & priorities of the Division
Skills
Essential
- Ability to initiate and implement improvements in practice
- Excellent written and verbal/interpersonal communication skills
- Able to have challenging conversations where necessary
- Computer literacy including competent in Word and Excel
- Negotiation skills and influencing skills.
- Ability to organised own time to deliver targets and initiatives.
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrates a high-level awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Able to work both unsupervised and within a team
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads/manage own workload
- Able to identify/assess training needs
- Able to respond to strategic needs
- Able to meet deadlines
Desirable
- Enhanced skills for current area of work
- Change management & problem solving
- Use of simulated learning to foster the development of new knowledge, skills and behaviours.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- To act in a professional manner at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct
- Flexibility of working hours in line with the needs of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Children's Nurse
- First degree
- Evidence of current relevant continuous professional development
- Post Graduate Certificate in Education or working towards
- Fellow of Higher Education Academy or working towards
- Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development in area of specialism
- Systematic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) competency
Desirable
- Post registration qualification
- Professional Nurse Advocate
- Leadership/management experience
- Evidence of ability to study at Master's level
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate expert nursing skills
- Evidence of mentorship/preceptorship roles
- Teaching experience (formal or informal)
- Experience in using reflective practice.
- Experience in giving formal feedback to others
Desirable
- Experience in shift management and leadership of a team
- Relevant audit experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to demonstrate understanding of the job role priorities in respect of current NHS, Nursing and Midwifery Council standards/HCPC standards, CQC standards
- Good understanding of professional and statutory body requirements in relation to practice learning placements
- Demonstrates a sound awareness of cultural and learning diversity
Desirable
- Audit / data collection or research experience.
- Quality issues and the role of clinical governance
- Understanding of the needs & priorities of the Division
Skills
Essential
- Ability to initiate and implement improvements in practice
- Excellent written and verbal/interpersonal communication skills
- Able to have challenging conversations where necessary
- Computer literacy including competent in Word and Excel
- Negotiation skills and influencing skills.
- Ability to organised own time to deliver targets and initiatives.
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrates a high-level awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Able to work both unsupervised and within a team
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads/manage own workload
- Able to identify/assess training needs
- Able to respond to strategic needs
- Able to meet deadlines
Desirable
- Enhanced skills for current area of work
- Change management & problem solving
- Use of simulated learning to foster the development of new knowledge, skills and behaviours.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- To act in a professional manner at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct
- Flexibility of working hours in line with the needs of the service
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.
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.
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
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Addenbrookes Hospital-Division E
Cambridge Biomedical Campus
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
Employer's website
https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)