Job summary
Are you ready to shape the future of cancer care?We're seeking an exceptional Oncology Clinical Educator to lead education and workforce development in specialist cancer services.
? What You'll Do:o Lead on the design and delivery of innovative education across acute and outpatient oncology settingso Champion compassionate, evidence-based practice that reflects the complexity of modern cancer careo Drive clinical excellence through staff development, simulation, coaching and role modellingo Support preceptorship, advanced practice and career progression for the oncology workforce
? About You:You are an inspiring clinical leader with:? Deep expertise in cancer nursing (oncology/haematology)? A strong background in education, mentorship or practice development? A passion for developing others and creating learning cultures
? Why Join Us?o A supportive leadership team that values innovation and improvemento The opportunity to make a real impact on workforce transformation in oncologyo Work in a trust committed to excellence, compassion, and inclusivity
? Qualifications:Registered Nurse (NMC) with oncology/haematology expertisePost-registration teaching qualification
Please note that interviews will be conducted in person. We kindly ask that you only apply if you are able to attend a face-to-face interview.
Main duties of the job
- Work in partnership with the senior management team of Weston Park Cancer Centre and partner organisations across the Integrated Care System to provide and coordinate extensive training and education opportunities across patient cancer pathways.
- Be responsible for overseeing induction, mandatory, and oncology-specific training, working with relevant managers to ensure compliance with training competencies to meet job descriptions and facilitate staff development.
- Coordinate and facilitate training and maintenance of clinical skills.
- Be an active member of relevant Local and National training and education, governance and quality groups.
- Be required to develop and maintain links with local Higher Education Institutions (HEI) to facilitate and support placements for both undergraduate and post graduate education programmes.
- Be responsible for developing and sustaining their own knowledge, clinical skills, and professional awareness in accordance with the NMC Code.
- Act as a role model and teacher, providing mentorship and support, demonstrating exemplary practice to all members of the Multi-disciplinary Team.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree Level qualification
- Registered Nurse
- To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998.
- Systematic Anti-Cancer Therapy Passport
Desirable
- Leadership/management qualification
- OSCE examiner training
- Simulation faculty development training
- Postgraduate qualification in a related subject at Master's Level
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience in acute oncology or haematology
- Significant experience of teaching, supervising and assessing healthcare learners in the practice and classroom setting
- Experience as a clinical educator as a band 6
- Experience of working across professional and organisational boundaries.
- IT literacy competent in standard PC packages (i.e. Microsoft Office or equivalent)
- Ongoing evidence of leading clinical innovation or leading change within clinical practice
- Extensive experience developing and supporting relevant educational programmes
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Strong leadership skills, with proven ability to manage, motivate and enable team activity and team members
- Excellent interpersonal skills able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels in stakeholder organisations
- Ability to teach and facilitate in a variety of settings with different groups of staff
Desirable
- Demonstrable knowledge of human factors principles in the teaching setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree Level qualification
- Registered Nurse
- To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998.
- Systematic Anti-Cancer Therapy Passport
Desirable
- Leadership/management qualification
- OSCE examiner training
- Simulation faculty development training
- Postgraduate qualification in a related subject at Master's Level
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience in acute oncology or haematology
- Significant experience of teaching, supervising and assessing healthcare learners in the practice and classroom setting
- Experience as a clinical educator as a band 6
- Experience of working across professional and organisational boundaries.
- IT literacy competent in standard PC packages (i.e. Microsoft Office or equivalent)
- Ongoing evidence of leading clinical innovation or leading change within clinical practice
- Extensive experience developing and supporting relevant educational programmes
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Strong leadership skills, with proven ability to manage, motivate and enable team activity and team members
- Excellent interpersonal skills able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels in stakeholder organisations
- Ability to teach and facilitate in a variety of settings with different groups of staff
Desirable
- Demonstrable knowledge of human factors principles in the teaching setting
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
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals - Weston Park Hospital
Whitham Rd
Sheffield
S10 2SJ
Employer's website
https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
