Job summary
Are you a motivated Physiotherapist passionate about supporting cancer patients? We have an exciting leadership opportunity for a full-time, permanent Band 7 Team Lead in our Cancer therapy team. The post holder will be the team lead of the haematology team working alongside the Haematology Team Lead OT. There will also be option to rotate into oncology team.
This role involves clinical leadership alongside another Band 7, supporting patients in across haematology and oncology inpatient services. We seek someone with a strong interest in cancer care, significant experience managing a complex cancer caseload, and a passion to provide compassionate care to our patient cohort.
You will assess and treat patients on the haematology wards, manage a complex caseload, and lead the therapy team. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as the ability to adapt under pressure.
You will also have opportunities for leadership development, attend conferences, collaborate with community partners, and receive ongoing training and mentorship. We welcome applications from those requiring visa sponsorship.
Main duties of the job
o Provide clinical expertise on the Haematology wards.o Lead both clinical and operational aspects of the Cancer teams.o Deliver specialised assessments and treatments within medical specialties.o Oversee daily operations and contribute to the planning, evaluation, and development of the Cancer teams.o Offer guidance and advice to healthcare professionals, social care staff, carers, and families.o Collaborate with Clinical Leads and the Head of Therapies to implement department and trust objectives.o Promote the roles of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Support Staff, and develop protocols and standards for patient care.o Manage the induction, training, supervision, and appraisal of junior staff, students, and support staff.o Build strong relationships with the multidisciplinary team (MDT), including Ward Managers, Matrons, General Managers, and Medical Teams, representing therapies in specialty meetings and projects.o Participate in 7-day working to ensure continuous patient care.o Lead the assessment and treatment of patients with complex needs in Cancero Support and develop therapy professionals, fostering professional growth and high standards of practice.o Collaborate with the MDT to deliver coordinated, patient-centred care.o Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the team.o Manage a diverse caseload, focusing on holistic, patient-centred care.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
- State Registered Physiotherapist (HCPC)
- Evidence of relevant post qualification study at postgraduate level or equivalent knowledge
- Good written and spoken English
Desirable
- MSc or Diploma relating to aspects of Physiotherapy Practice
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 6 level; including Oncology/ haematology, care of the elderly and respiratory Physiotherapy.
- Previous experience as a Physiotherapist in the NHS or equivalent health service- the successful candidate will need to have a good understanding of the operational processes of the NHS and the services we provide across primary and secondary care.
- Highly specialist knowledge and experience of a wide range of approaches to the management of complex cancer related problems.
- Evidence of working independently and to take full responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Experience leading a small team.
- Experience of audit, research and service development
- Ability and willingness to work within the Trust and NHS performance, framework and targets
- Evidence of relevant CPD, including attending appropriate courses.
- Experience of supervising physiotherapy staff, support staff and students
- Clinical experience working with adults with life-limiting conditions
Desirable
- Post-graduate experience in neurology and oncology.
- Previous experience of formal presentations to MDT groups.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Competent in use of IT programmes: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail and databases
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development and the requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit
Communication
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, MDT members and other agencies in person, over the phone and in writing
Desirable
- Experience of close working relationships with higher education institutions
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Experience of supervision and appraisal
- Proven clinical leadership ability
- Experience of team building and team working skills
- Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to student occupational therapists and undergraduates
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Ability to recognise work related stress and pressures in yourself and others
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Able to perform emergency duties
- Able to join 7 day services rota, if required
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
- State Registered Physiotherapist (HCPC)
- Evidence of relevant post qualification study at postgraduate level or equivalent knowledge
- Good written and spoken English
Desirable
- MSc or Diploma relating to aspects of Physiotherapy Practice
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 6 level; including Oncology/ haematology, care of the elderly and respiratory Physiotherapy.
- Previous experience as a Physiotherapist in the NHS or equivalent health service- the successful candidate will need to have a good understanding of the operational processes of the NHS and the services we provide across primary and secondary care.
- Highly specialist knowledge and experience of a wide range of approaches to the management of complex cancer related problems.
- Evidence of working independently and to take full responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Experience leading a small team.
- Experience of audit, research and service development
- Ability and willingness to work within the Trust and NHS performance, framework and targets
- Evidence of relevant CPD, including attending appropriate courses.
- Experience of supervising physiotherapy staff, support staff and students
- Clinical experience working with adults with life-limiting conditions
Desirable
- Post-graduate experience in neurology and oncology.
- Previous experience of formal presentations to MDT groups.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Competent in use of IT programmes: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail and databases
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development and the requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit
Communication
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, MDT members and other agencies in person, over the phone and in writing
Desirable
- Experience of close working relationships with higher education institutions
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Experience of supervision and appraisal
- Proven clinical leadership ability
- Experience of team building and team working skills
- Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to student occupational therapists and undergraduates
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Ability to recognise work related stress and pressures in yourself and others
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Able to perform emergency duties
- Able to join 7 day services rota, if required
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).
