Job summary This is a Fixed term /Secondment for 12 months to cover maternity An opportunity has arisen for an experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated first level registered nurse to join an established clinical trials unit team as a seconded band 6 role within Clinical trials. You need to have considerable clinical expertise in oncology, be experienced in clinical research, and have proven clinical skills in administration of SACT. You will be required to demonstrate, excellent communication and organisational skills and evidence of developing leadership qualities Main duties of the job Responsibilities will be supported by clinical leads during this opportunity and will include To assist multidisciplinary teams in entering patients into trials Co-ordinate trials under the supervision of Team Leads within the service To supervise, advise and develop a team of research nurses/officers and trial coordinator's at band 5 and below To communicate and collaborate with local regional and national Organisations regarding administration of research as required. Delivering SACT treatment on the Clinical Research Treatment unit. This post is fixed term/secondment for 2 years to meet the needs of the service. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and our award-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services. Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors. If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you. Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/ Date posted 14 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 120-NMR752-0125 Job locations Velindre University NHS Trust Velindre Road, Whitchurch Cardiff CF14 2TL Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Degree Level Registered Nurse with evidence of continued professional development Knowledge of clinical research including the research process and regulatory requirements e.g. ICH-GCP Desirable Clinical Research Qualification Teaching qualification Qualification in cancer care/ research. Experience Essential Experience at Band 5 Desirable Experience of Clinical Trials Experience in Oncology Values Essential High Quality Patient Care Other Essential Ability to travel in course of duties Aptitude and Abilities Essential Excellent leadership skills Ability to work on own initiative Organisational skills Excellent communication skills Good patient advocate IT Skills - able to use Ability to use own initiative Able to work flexibly Works well as part of a team but also able to work independently as required Enthusiastic and motivated Interested in research and development Good attention to detail Good communication skills Desirable Venepuncture/cannulation skills Teaching and Presentation skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Degree Level Registered Nurse with evidence of continued professional development Knowledge of clinical research including the research process and regulatory requirements e.g. ICH-GCP Desirable Clinical Research Qualification Teaching qualification Qualification in cancer care/ research. Experience Essential Experience at Band 5 Desirable Experience of Clinical Trials Experience in Oncology Values Essential High Quality Patient Care Other Essential Ability to travel in course of duties Aptitude and Abilities Essential Excellent leadership skills Ability to work on own initiative Organisational skills Excellent communication skills Good patient advocate IT Skills - able to use Ability to use own initiative Able to work flexibly Works well as part of a team but also able to work independently as required Enthusiastic and motivated Interested in research and development Good attention to detail Good communication skills Desirable Venepuncture/cannulation skills Teaching and Presentation skills 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 Velindre University NHS Trust Address Velindre University NHS Trust Velindre Road, Whitchurch Cardiff CF14 2TL Employer's website https://velindre.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)