Job summary Monday-Friday; 0800-1800 Deputy Ward Manager based at The Chemotherapy Treatment Unit, Clatterbridge Cancer Centre We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate for a Deputy Ward Manager who will be based in the chemotherapy treatment unit, CCCL. This position is for a Band 6 at 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday with the possibility of Saturday working. The individual should have extensive oncology experience and have completed the SACT UKONs Passport. Be able to demonstrate good leadership skills. You would also be required to deputise in the absence of the Ward Manager and complete managerial duties. We are looking to recruit highly motivated individuals with excellent organisation, communication skills and ability to lead and drive change. The post holder will be supporting staff and patients within an outpatient environment and play a major role in supporting the ward manager in future nursing developments.We're here to deliver the best cancer care to the people we serve and we're looking for applications from those who share that commitment and our values: Being Kind, Empowered, Responsible and InclusiveIf you want to be part of a fantastic team and help support the Trust with our vision for providing the best cancer care in the country, then we want to hear from you. Main duties of the job Main Duties of the Deputy Ward Manager; Responsible for safely assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care to patients attending the department To offer the patient and families advice to manage toxicity's and symptoms related to their treatment and support to address their holistic needs.Education & learning The post holder will supervise junior staff and participate in the teaching and assessing of pre and post registration students To offer advice, support and education to clinical teams across the trust where appropriate Act as a link nurse in key nursing roles to ensure the safe delivery of the SACT serviceLeadership & Management This post holder will provide clinical leadership to support the delivery of evidence based patient centered care Act as a role model demonstrating high standards of care and providing clinical leadership to others They will take responsibility for the Quality Management of their designated areas with a specific emphasis on Infection Control, Leading a Nurse Led Service and Patient Safety. Manage local resolution of patient concerns and complaints Escalate risk/issues and effectively action to minimise future risks Deputise in the absence Research & Development To develop patient pathways and be responsible for developing the SACT nursing service To participate in quality improvement initiatives within the division. Lead clinical audits About us The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre is one of three specialist cancer centres in England. With 1,800 specialist staff and three sites, we are one of the largest NHS providers of non-surgical cancer treatment. The Trust has a unique multi-site care model serving the 2.4 million population across Cheshire and Merseyside and is consistently rated by patients as one of the best performing hospitals. Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do. Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work. We are - Kind Empowered Responsible Inclusiv e Date posted 24 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 158-24-418-CTU Job locations The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool 65 Pembroke Place Liverpool L7 8YA Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 1 st level registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Evidence of continued professional development. Chemotherapy Administrations and Care UKONS SACT Passport or NM6 995 Clinical Examination Clinical Diagnostics towards Teaching and assessing qualification Desirable Degree or working towards. Non-Medical prescribing (NMP) qualification. Knowledge Essential Leadership skills Previous experience in a SACT clinical environment Desirable NM6 999 Foundations in Cancer Care. NM6 998 Cancer Treatments and Care NM6 996 Chemotherapy Principles and Care Experience Essential Competent in the delivery of all SACT Competent in Cannulation/Phlebotomy/CVAD Previous experience in Solid Tumours and or Haemato-oncology. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 1 st level registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Evidence of continued professional development. Chemotherapy Administrations and Care UKONS SACT Passport or NM6 995 Clinical Examination Clinical Diagnostics towards Teaching and assessing qualification Desirable Degree or working towards. Non-Medical prescribing (NMP) qualification. Knowledge Essential Leadership skills Previous experience in a SACT clinical environment Desirable NM6 999 Foundations in Cancer Care. NM6 998 Cancer Treatments and Care NM6 996 Chemotherapy Principles and Care Experience Essential Competent in the delivery of all SACT Competent in Cannulation/Phlebotomy/CVAD Previous experience in Solid Tumours and or Haemato-oncology. 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 The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHSFT Address The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool 65 Pembroke Place Liverpool L7 8YA Employer's website https://www.clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)