Job summary A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Cancer Services team as our Assistant Cancer Performance Manager. You will be joining a dynamic and enthusiastic team who are committed to ensuring the monitoring and efficiency of pathways for patients with a suspected cancer. We are looking for an enthusiastic person with people management experience who is passionate about ensuring that cancer pathways for all patients are of a high standard, are equitable and that national targets are met. Main duties of the job The main duties of the role include: Developing systems and processes to collect performance management and clinical information for patients with diagnosed or suspected cancer throughout the whole of their pathway. To provide daily oversight of the cancer backlog and tip-ins, proacting ensuring patients are escalated and/or removed from cancer pathways at the earliest opportunity. To participate in PTL meetings each week, escalating patients accordingly and monitoring compliance with CWT targets. About us Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in. Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families. If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together Date posted 13 February 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 223-ACP-107 Job locations Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Shrewsbury SY3 8XQ Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for full details. 1. To line manage the CWT Team Manager, CWT Trainer and Urgent Appointment Team Leader, ensuring appraisals and sickness/leave management within policy guidance. 2. To support the CWT Team Manager in ensuring staffing levels are sufficient and effective for workload. 3. To support the Urgent Appointments Team Leader with the day-to-day running of the team, ensuring workload is effectively managed and deadlines are prioritised. 4. As instructed, support the recruitment and retention of Cancer Pathway Co-ordinators, Urgent Appointment Coordinators and other members of Cancer Services. 5. To liaise with HR as required for staff support and management of staff within policy guidance. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for full details. 1. To line manage the CWT Team Manager, CWT Trainer and Urgent Appointment Team Leader, ensuring appraisals and sickness/leave management within policy guidance. 2. To support the CWT Team Manager in ensuring staffing levels are sufficient and effective for workload. 3. To support the Urgent Appointments Team Leader with the day-to-day running of the team, ensuring workload is effectively managed and deadlines are prioritised. 4. As instructed, support the recruitment and retention of Cancer Pathway Co-ordinators, Urgent Appointment Coordinators and other members of Cancer Services. 5. To liaise with HR as required for staff support and management of staff within policy guidance. Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential Related Degree (or equivalent relevant experience) Demonstrable and extensive experience working at a senior level (>2 years).- Evidence of ongoing relevant professional development. Desirable EDCL or equivalent computer qualifications Experience Essential > 3 years NHS experience. Relevant experience in relation to Cancer Services Evidence of managing staff. Experience of local clinical information systems, e.g. Somerset. Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working. Commitment to own continuing personal development. Able to balance competing and complex priorities in a demanding environment. Desirable Demonstrates understanding of clinical governance processes. Minimum 2 years experience working with cancer pathways. Commitment to continuing own professional development. Skills and Knowledge Essential Excellent communication skills - written and verbal. Able to liaise with staff across disciplines. Experience of working collaboratively with external bodies and agencies. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the current national cancer policy requirements Experience in teaching others Desirable Demonstrates an understanding of the value of research, audit and evidence-based practice. Good organisational and administrative skills. Ability to undertake presentations Personal Qualities Essential Excellent oral, written and presentational skills. Able to influence and act at all levels of the organisation. Excellent interpersonal and networking skills Has a flexible approach to working hours. Full driving licence. Desirable Able to attend meetings outside working hours. Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential Related Degree (or equivalent relevant experience) Demonstrable and extensive experience working at a senior level (>2 years).- Evidence of ongoing relevant professional development. Desirable EDCL or equivalent computer qualifications Experience Essential > 3 years NHS experience. Relevant experience in relation to Cancer Services Evidence of managing staff. Experience of local clinical information systems, e.g. Somerset. Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working. Commitment to own continuing personal development. Able to balance competing and complex priorities in a demanding environment. Desirable Demonstrates understanding of clinical governance processes. Minimum 2 years experience working with cancer pathways. Commitment to continuing own professional development. Skills and Knowledge Essential Excellent communication skills - written and verbal. Able to liaise with staff across disciplines. Experience of working collaboratively with external bodies and agencies. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the current national cancer policy requirements Experience in teaching others Desirable Demonstrates an understanding of the value of research, audit and evidence-based practice. Good organisational and administrative skills. Ability to undertake presentations Personal Qualities Essential Excellent oral, written and presentational skills. Able to influence and act at all levels of the organisation. Excellent interpersonal and networking skills Has a flexible approach to working hours. Full driving licence. Desirable Able to attend meetings outside working hours. 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 The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Address Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Shrewsbury SY3 8XQ Employer's website http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)