Job summary We have an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Trust as a Cancer Pathway Navigator to support our Service team to implement early diagnostic pathways for patients with suspected cancer to achieve definitive diagnosis by day 28. This unique role is specially designed to support the Best Timed Pathway and will require the post holder to support the pathway as it continues to evolve over time. You will be involved from the beginning of the pathway working both directly and indirectly with patients, assisting the clinical team in coordinating the patient pathway. You will have excellent listening skills and be able to deal with people both internally and externally in a sensitive and professional manner and be confident using patient administration systems and database packages. Main duties of the job You will have experience of working in a customer focused environment, and have exceptional organisational skills and have the ability to multi-task and remain calm under pressure. You will have a good eye for detail and accuracy and want to make improvements for our patients and you should have knowledge of providing excellent customer care. The ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to Trust policies is paramount. Excellent team working, organisational and communication skills are all essential for this post The role is demanding so you must be confident and assertive. About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 236-NCA-AC013-25 Job locations Salford Royal Hospital Stott Lane Salford M6 8HD Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good General Education with GCSE English and Mathematics ECDL or equivalent experience NVQ2/3 in Health or Social Care or equivalent experience Desirable Basic Communication Skills Training(e.g. Sage/Thyme) Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience of working in a health care setting. Experience of working as part of a team and in isolation Experience of managing priorities under pressure, to meet service needs and strict deadlines Computer literate with good knowledge and understanding of computer packages; e.g. Microsoft Office Knowledge and experience of using the Trust's IT systems; e.g. PAS, CRIS, SCR etc. Ability to communicate at all levels and in difficult circumstances Ability to use own initiative and as an effective and responsible team member Good organisational and administrative skills with ability to prioritize workload Desirable Experience coordinating a patient workload Knowledge of relevant cancer treatments, interventions and terminology Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good General Education with GCSE English and Mathematics ECDL or equivalent experience NVQ2/3 in Health or Social Care or equivalent experience Desirable Basic Communication Skills Training(e.g. Sage/Thyme) Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience of working in a health care setting. Experience of working as part of a team and in isolation Experience of managing priorities under pressure, to meet service needs and strict deadlines Computer literate with good knowledge and understanding of computer packages; e.g. Microsoft Office Knowledge and experience of using the Trust's IT systems; e.g. PAS, CRIS, SCR etc. Ability to communicate at all levels and in difficult circumstances Ability to use own initiative and as an effective and responsible team member Good organisational and administrative skills with ability to prioritize workload Desirable Experience coordinating a patient workload Knowledge of relevant cancer treatments, interventions and terminology 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address Salford Royal Hospital Stott Lane Salford M6 8HD Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)