Job summary This is a secondment opportunity for 9 months to cover maternity leave. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated senior nurse who is passionate about breast cancer to lead and support the development of the secondary breast cancer service at Swansea Bay University health board. Applications for this post are invited from experienced nurses who have had experience in breast cancer/oncology. We are looking for a dynamic, forward thinking individual who is flexible, self-motivated, and reliable plus a good team player and leader. You should also have a degree and be willing to develop your academic and clinic practice. You should uphold excellent communication skills. You will play an active part in clinical practice, education, research/audit and the implementation of national guidelines. Main duties of the job The successful applicant will work as part of a well-established dynamic breast multi-disciplinary team who provide specialist advice, holistic care and support to patients, their relatives and all members of the health care teams within the hospital. With the support of the team you will lead and manage a caseload of patients with specialist needs. You will be required to lead, support, develop and evaluate the breast cancer service to improve and maintain standards of patient care and promote a seamless service within a multi-disciplinary framework. The role covers a week day specialist service and the post is full time - 37.5 hours per week. We offer a friendly and challenging working environment with a strong commitment to personal professional development. The Trust offers many opportunities for further education and development. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further. Date posted 31 December 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,840 to £53,602 a year per annum Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time Reference number 130-NMR413-1224 Job locations Singleton Hospital Sketty Lane, Sketty Swansea SA2 8QA Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse and current NMC Registration Master's Degree or equivalent experience Specialist qualifications Expert level of knowledge in clinical speciality Knowledge of service improvement Desirable Non-medical Prescribing (v300) Experience Essential Experience in the relevant specialty Experience of working in a multi-professional environment Experience of managing a ward area/department Experience of working with preregistration nursing/midwifery students in a mentorship role Desirable Experience of participating in research aptitude and abilities Essential Able to demonstrate effective leadership and management skills Ale to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others using good communication skills Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups. Awareness of professional issues and developments Able to manage time effectively Ability to use electronic systems - IT skills Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups. Able to manage time effectively Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse and current NMC Registration Master's Degree or equivalent experience Specialist qualifications Expert level of knowledge in clinical speciality Knowledge of service improvement Desirable Non-medical Prescribing (v300) Experience Essential Experience in the relevant specialty Experience of working in a multi-professional environment Experience of managing a ward area/department Experience of working with preregistration nursing/midwifery students in a mentorship role Desirable Experience of participating in research aptitude and abilities Essential Able to demonstrate effective leadership and management skills Ale to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others using good communication skills Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups. Awareness of professional issues and developments Able to manage time effectively Ability to use electronic systems - IT skills Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups. Able to manage time effectively 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 Swansea Bay University Health Board Address Singleton Hospital Sketty Lane, Sketty Swansea SA2 8QA Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)