Are you an enthusiastic and compassionate Occupational Therapist looking to develop your career in a world-renowned centre of excellence? At The Royal Marsden, we are proud to offer a supportive, innovative, and professionally enriching environment for Occupational Therapists at all stages of their careers. Whether you're newly qualified or looking to take the next step, this is the place to grow, thrive, and make a real impact. Why Join Us? Structured Preceptorship Programme Our preceptorship pathway is designed to support Band 5 and 6 Occupational Therapists, helping you build confidence, consolidate clinical skills, and develop professionally from day one. Dedicated Practice Educator We're proud to have a forward-thinking Practice Educator who not only supports student placements but also pioneers innovative models of training. This approach engages service leads as well as frontline staff-lightening the load on clinicians while improving the quality of our training delivery. Generous CPD Support We invest heavily in your development. You'll benefit from: Access to multiple CPD funding streams including charitable funds 10 days of protected study leave per year Opportunities to attend external courses, conferences, and specialist training Strong and Visible OT Leadership Our robust Occupational Therapy leadership team is committed to supporting your career progression , wellbeing , and ongoing development . Your voice is heard, and your growth is championed. Main duties of the job The Band 5 Occupational Therapist provides a high quality cost-effective occupational therapy service for the patient with cancer. As a qualified practitioner, the postholder is a source of knowledge and expertise for patients, relatives and colleagues of all disciplines. With the support of the Band 6 Occupational Therapist, they will organise occupational therapy activities within a defined clinical area and will also liaise closely with all members of the multi-professional rehabilitation team in the provision of a specialist input to a variety of education programmes. Working for our organisation The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Detailed job description and main responsibilities If you're looking for a rewarding career where your expertise is valued and your development is actively supported, The Royal Marsden is the place for you . Come and join us-be part of something exceptional You will be joining a supportive and friendly team of qualified Occupational Therapists working in an acute setting to support needs of patients undergoing cancer treatment across all tumour groups. There is excellent internal and external CPD opportunities, generous support for study leave, parking onsite, and comprehensive staff benefits via Vivup. We encourage you to contact us to discuss the role if you are interested in applying. Please contact Lauren Blackburn on or . For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification Working under supervision of band 6 in ward and outpatient settings to provide complex clinical assessment of the biomechanical, sensory, psychological, cognitive, perceptual and interpersonal deficits affecting the functioning of individuals with cancer, their families and carers through the use of clinical reasoning. Developing and implementing individual specialised therapeutic rehabilitation programmes specific to patient's needs based on activity analysis using a client-centred, problem solving approach. Developing and implementing treatment and educational groups for people with cancer and their carers. Assessing and prescribing the wheelchair and specialist seating needs for example paralysis, dystonia, major surgery, extreme fatigue, pressure relief of patients with cancer. Person specification Education/Qualifications Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by UK College of Occupational Therapists. State Registration with Health & Care Professions Council for Occupational Therapy. Experience Evidence of experience of dealing with oncology patients and their families / carers. Evidence of experience in clinical supervision and appraisal. Evidence of experience of principles and practice in audit, outcomes measurement and clinical governance. Approved fieldwork supervisor course. Accredited wheelchair course Skills Abilities/knowledge Knowledge of functional assessment and treatment techniques for oncology and palliative care patients, including physical, cognitive, psychosocial functional assessments and treatment, as well as specific symptom and lifestyle management techniques (e.g. relaxation, anxiety, breathlessness and fatigue management). Risk assessment: Ability to carry out risk assessments concerning patients and staff safety, including Manual Handling. Ability to assess potential risks with regard to patients' discharge from hospital. Ability to produce professional reports and records including POMRs, multi-professional care plans, letters, assessments for hospital and external agencies Ability to work as part of a supportive team. Ability to teach both patients and carers in areas relating to rehabilitation. Proven ability to prepare and deliver presentations and education sessions to health care colleagues and members of public. Ability to assess risks associated with lone working, take responsibility for reporting to colleagues and ensuring self and patient are safe at all times. Ability to work in a highly motivated, self directed manner on clinical and departmental activities. Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively. Ability to fulfil supervisory role for undergraduate students. Ability to enter data, prepare reports, formal written documentation and multi-media presentations. The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails. Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Jun 28, 2025
Full time
Are you an enthusiastic and compassionate Occupational Therapist looking to develop your career in a world-renowned centre of excellence? At The Royal Marsden, we are proud to offer a supportive, innovative, and professionally enriching environment for Occupational Therapists at all stages of their careers. Whether you're newly qualified or looking to take the next step, this is the place to grow, thrive, and make a real impact. Why Join Us? Structured Preceptorship Programme Our preceptorship pathway is designed to support Band 5 and 6 Occupational Therapists, helping you build confidence, consolidate clinical skills, and develop professionally from day one. Dedicated Practice Educator We're proud to have a forward-thinking Practice Educator who not only supports student placements but also pioneers innovative models of training. This approach engages service leads as well as frontline staff-lightening the load on clinicians while improving the quality of our training delivery. Generous CPD Support We invest heavily in your development. You'll benefit from: Access to multiple CPD funding streams including charitable funds 10 days of protected study leave per year Opportunities to attend external courses, conferences, and specialist training Strong and Visible OT Leadership Our robust Occupational Therapy leadership team is committed to supporting your career progression , wellbeing , and ongoing development . Your voice is heard, and your growth is championed. Main duties of the job The Band 5 Occupational Therapist provides a high quality cost-effective occupational therapy service for the patient with cancer. As a qualified practitioner, the postholder is a source of knowledge and expertise for patients, relatives and colleagues of all disciplines. With the support of the Band 6 Occupational Therapist, they will organise occupational therapy activities within a defined clinical area and will also liaise closely with all members of the multi-professional rehabilitation team in the provision of a specialist input to a variety of education programmes. Working for our organisation The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Detailed job description and main responsibilities If you're looking for a rewarding career where your expertise is valued and your development is actively supported, The Royal Marsden is the place for you . Come and join us-be part of something exceptional You will be joining a supportive and friendly team of qualified Occupational Therapists working in an acute setting to support needs of patients undergoing cancer treatment across all tumour groups. There is excellent internal and external CPD opportunities, generous support for study leave, parking onsite, and comprehensive staff benefits via Vivup. We encourage you to contact us to discuss the role if you are interested in applying. Please contact Lauren Blackburn on or . For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification Working under supervision of band 6 in ward and outpatient settings to provide complex clinical assessment of the biomechanical, sensory, psychological, cognitive, perceptual and interpersonal deficits affecting the functioning of individuals with cancer, their families and carers through the use of clinical reasoning. Developing and implementing individual specialised therapeutic rehabilitation programmes specific to patient's needs based on activity analysis using a client-centred, problem solving approach. Developing and implementing treatment and educational groups for people with cancer and their carers. Assessing and prescribing the wheelchair and specialist seating needs for example paralysis, dystonia, major surgery, extreme fatigue, pressure relief of patients with cancer. Person specification Education/Qualifications Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by UK College of Occupational Therapists. State Registration with Health & Care Professions Council for Occupational Therapy. Experience Evidence of experience of dealing with oncology patients and their families / carers. Evidence of experience in clinical supervision and appraisal. Evidence of experience of principles and practice in audit, outcomes measurement and clinical governance. Approved fieldwork supervisor course. Accredited wheelchair course Skills Abilities/knowledge Knowledge of functional assessment and treatment techniques for oncology and palliative care patients, including physical, cognitive, psychosocial functional assessments and treatment, as well as specific symptom and lifestyle management techniques (e.g. relaxation, anxiety, breathlessness and fatigue management). Risk assessment: Ability to carry out risk assessments concerning patients and staff safety, including Manual Handling. Ability to assess potential risks with regard to patients' discharge from hospital. Ability to produce professional reports and records including POMRs, multi-professional care plans, letters, assessments for hospital and external agencies Ability to work as part of a supportive team. Ability to teach both patients and carers in areas relating to rehabilitation. Proven ability to prepare and deliver presentations and education sessions to health care colleagues and members of public. Ability to assess risks associated with lone working, take responsibility for reporting to colleagues and ensuring self and patient are safe at all times. Ability to work in a highly motivated, self directed manner on clinical and departmental activities. Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively. Ability to fulfil supervisory role for undergraduate students. Ability to enter data, prepare reports, formal written documentation and multi-media presentations. The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails. Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Main area Research Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract 12 months (Fixed Term - Maternity Cover) Hours Part time - 22.8 hours per week Job ref 282-C Employer The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Marsden Hospital Sutton Town Sutton Salary £42,939 - £50,697 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 07/07/:59 Job overview The drug development unit is a globally competitive, early clinical trials unit that conducts first in human clinical trials for patients with advanced cancer when all avenues of standard treatment have been exhausted. The unit comprises of an in-patient 9 bedded ward, day care area and outpatient clinic. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in all areas as part of their induction before joining the in-patient ward team. The Staff Nurse role here is diverse and combines aspects of the traditional staff nurse duties with some research responsibilities. Care involves trial related assessments, oral and IV treatment, symptom control and supportive treatments. It is a unique opportunity to broaden your knowledge and skills whilst providing high quality care and emotional support to patients with advanced cancer. The successful candidate will, ideally, have experience in either chemotherapy and/or clinical trials. The ability to prioritise a busy workload and work well within a multidisciplinary team is essential. Main duties of the job To coordinate and supervise a shift, communicating effectively with members of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality, evidence-led care to patients. To exercise clinical judgment and decision making about patient needs in terms of long term goals or plans. To participate fully in the day to day organization and running of clinical trials including the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients entering a clinical trial and liaison as required with trial sponsors. Working for our organisation The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Detailed job description and main responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification: To complete the first level assessment of patients with cancer and their families to gain an understanding of their physiological, psycho-social, spiritual and cultural needs and to develop a positive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure that these needs are met. This will include: Counterchecking patients' vital signs, blood results, patient body surface area, chemotherapy prescription and consent before administration of treatment. Educating patients on their treatment such as indications and side effects. Ensuring necessary medication and follow up appointments are obtained. To plan, document, deliver and evaluate care plans from admission through to discharge / transfer discussing this with the patient, their family and multi-disciplinary teams and to alert the Sister/Charge Nurse of any changes. To set goals for each of the identified nursing issues and encourage / teach other nursing staff to do the same. To help the patient achieve set goals through care planning. Person specification Education/Qualifications NMC Registration Evidence of ongoing professional development RMH Certificate in Intravenous Drug Administration or to be obtained within three months of appointment Qualification in oncology or speciality Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent) Recognised teaching qualification Experience Experience in intravenous drug administration Sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job Experience in chemotherapy administration Experience in Clinical Management Evidence of relevant teaching experience Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management Skills Abilities/knowledge Experience in oncology or area of specialty Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills Computer Literacy (e.g. use of Microsoft Word and Outlook) The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails. Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
Main area Research Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract 12 months (Fixed Term - Maternity Cover) Hours Part time - 22.8 hours per week Job ref 282-C Employer The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Marsden Hospital Sutton Town Sutton Salary £42,939 - £50,697 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 07/07/:59 Job overview The drug development unit is a globally competitive, early clinical trials unit that conducts first in human clinical trials for patients with advanced cancer when all avenues of standard treatment have been exhausted. The unit comprises of an in-patient 9 bedded ward, day care area and outpatient clinic. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in all areas as part of their induction before joining the in-patient ward team. The Staff Nurse role here is diverse and combines aspects of the traditional staff nurse duties with some research responsibilities. Care involves trial related assessments, oral and IV treatment, symptom control and supportive treatments. It is a unique opportunity to broaden your knowledge and skills whilst providing high quality care and emotional support to patients with advanced cancer. The successful candidate will, ideally, have experience in either chemotherapy and/or clinical trials. The ability to prioritise a busy workload and work well within a multidisciplinary team is essential. Main duties of the job To coordinate and supervise a shift, communicating effectively with members of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality, evidence-led care to patients. To exercise clinical judgment and decision making about patient needs in terms of long term goals or plans. To participate fully in the day to day organization and running of clinical trials including the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients entering a clinical trial and liaison as required with trial sponsors. Working for our organisation The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Detailed job description and main responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification: To complete the first level assessment of patients with cancer and their families to gain an understanding of their physiological, psycho-social, spiritual and cultural needs and to develop a positive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure that these needs are met. This will include: Counterchecking patients' vital signs, blood results, patient body surface area, chemotherapy prescription and consent before administration of treatment. Educating patients on their treatment such as indications and side effects. Ensuring necessary medication and follow up appointments are obtained. To plan, document, deliver and evaluate care plans from admission through to discharge / transfer discussing this with the patient, their family and multi-disciplinary teams and to alert the Sister/Charge Nurse of any changes. To set goals for each of the identified nursing issues and encourage / teach other nursing staff to do the same. To help the patient achieve set goals through care planning. Person specification Education/Qualifications NMC Registration Evidence of ongoing professional development RMH Certificate in Intravenous Drug Administration or to be obtained within three months of appointment Qualification in oncology or speciality Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent) Recognised teaching qualification Experience Experience in intravenous drug administration Sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job Experience in chemotherapy administration Experience in Clinical Management Evidence of relevant teaching experience Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management Skills Abilities/knowledge Experience in oncology or area of specialty Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills Computer Literacy (e.g. use of Microsoft Word and Outlook) The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails. Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Analytical Cookies On Off Clinical Nurse Specialist Dermatology and Skin Cancer NHS AfC: Band 7 Main area Nursing Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 20 hours per week Job ref 282-C605 Employer The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site The Royal Marsden Chelsea Town Chelsea Salary £54,320 - £60,981 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 04/07/:59 Job overview The post holder has a distinct level of responsibility to patients with dermatological issues including skin cancer / in providing a comprehensive specialist nursing service to the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, working within a team of advanced clinical nurses. The post holder will work in conjunction with the existing Skin Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists and specifically provide advanced dermatological nursing care to patients with local and advanced cancer. To assist in the provision of professional and clinical leadership and expertise in the dermatological care of the patient with cancer acting as a resource and consultant to provide information and support to patients, carers and staff Main duties of the job 1.1. To assist in the provision of professional and clinical leadership and expertise in the dermatological care of the patient with cancer acting as a resource and consultant to provide information and support to patients, carers and staff. 1.2. To contribute to the formulation of policies and patient information. 1.3. To liaise effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary health care team to achieve a synchronized specialist service. 1.4. To help deliver teaching on specialist course, diploma and degree courses, as well as informal one-to-one teaching with staff Working for our organisation The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Detailed job description and main responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification : 2.1To sustain a high-quality specialist service for the patient, from diagnosis through all stages of the disease. In particular to provide support, education, and counselling advice on treatment related issues with other members of the multi-disciplinary team. 2.2To collaborate with Cancer Care teams, both within The Trust and with primary and acute care providers to ensure a streamlined patient-centred care pathway. 2.3In collaboration with the Lead Nurse, Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Clinical Nurse Specialists, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, formulate and/or revise relevant policies and guidelines, and to regularly review them following changes/implementation. To always work within the policies and procedures of The Trust. 2.4To sustain a high-quality specialist service for patients suffering from cutaneous side effects of systemic cancer treatments. Person specification Education/Qualifications Evidence of ongoing professional development First level degree in relevant subject Higher degree or willingness to undertake one Teaching qualification/experience Experience Wound care qualification Post-Registration Qualification relevant to speciality First and/or Higher Degree Willingness to work towards Higher Degree Skills Abilities/knowledge Evidence of effective negotiating and influencing skills The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails. Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Jun 26, 2025
Full time
Analytical Cookies On Off Clinical Nurse Specialist Dermatology and Skin Cancer NHS AfC: Band 7 Main area Nursing Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 20 hours per week Job ref 282-C605 Employer The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site The Royal Marsden Chelsea Town Chelsea Salary £54,320 - £60,981 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 04/07/:59 Job overview The post holder has a distinct level of responsibility to patients with dermatological issues including skin cancer / in providing a comprehensive specialist nursing service to the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, working within a team of advanced clinical nurses. The post holder will work in conjunction with the existing Skin Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists and specifically provide advanced dermatological nursing care to patients with local and advanced cancer. To assist in the provision of professional and clinical leadership and expertise in the dermatological care of the patient with cancer acting as a resource and consultant to provide information and support to patients, carers and staff Main duties of the job 1.1. To assist in the provision of professional and clinical leadership and expertise in the dermatological care of the patient with cancer acting as a resource and consultant to provide information and support to patients, carers and staff. 1.2. To contribute to the formulation of policies and patient information. 1.3. To liaise effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary health care team to achieve a synchronized specialist service. 1.4. To help deliver teaching on specialist course, diploma and degree courses, as well as informal one-to-one teaching with staff Working for our organisation The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Detailed job description and main responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification : 2.1To sustain a high-quality specialist service for the patient, from diagnosis through all stages of the disease. In particular to provide support, education, and counselling advice on treatment related issues with other members of the multi-disciplinary team. 2.2To collaborate with Cancer Care teams, both within The Trust and with primary and acute care providers to ensure a streamlined patient-centred care pathway. 2.3In collaboration with the Lead Nurse, Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Clinical Nurse Specialists, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, formulate and/or revise relevant policies and guidelines, and to regularly review them following changes/implementation. To always work within the policies and procedures of The Trust. 2.4To sustain a high-quality specialist service for patients suffering from cutaneous side effects of systemic cancer treatments. Person specification Education/Qualifications Evidence of ongoing professional development First level degree in relevant subject Higher degree or willingness to undertake one Teaching qualification/experience Experience Wound care qualification Post-Registration Qualification relevant to speciality First and/or Higher Degree Willingness to work towards Higher Degree Skills Abilities/knowledge Evidence of effective negotiating and influencing skills The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails. Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The Royal Marsden NHS FT Pathology Services are committed to the highest level of quality in patient care and support for research. Our Clinical genomics laboratories have successfully completed initial ISO 15189 assessments and some reassessments. We wish to recruit a Quality Officer to work with the Clinical Genomics Operational team and the Pathology Quality management team to work in an exciting project to merge Molecular Diagnostics and Cytogenetics into one unified QMS and to develop further what has already been achieved and to lead the teams to future successes. The post holders will be responsible for working with staff across both units. You will need to be keen with good attention to detail, have a good working knowledge of ISO 15189:2012 and be able to carry out audits, root cause and trend analysis with a view to producing reports. Main duties of the job The key responsibility is to carry out compliance management for the Clinical Genomics laboratories department in conjunction with the Pathology Quality Manager and laboratory staff in Clinical Genomics. This role will be instrumental in implementing the necessary changes for the merge of Molecular Diagnostics and cytogenetics laboratories UKAS scopes and to, as a single UKAS Schedule of Accreditation, become increasingly more effective in the quality and regulatory compliance of its services to ISO 15189. Working for our organisation The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Detailed job description and main responsibilities For more information please refer to the job description and personal specification Ensuring departments are completing compliance tasks according to plan. Contribute to the Pathology quality annual management review. Manage the progress of outstanding actions, and records and coordinates new resulting actions as well as CAPA initiatives. Carry out the schedule for the auditing and surveillance of the quality management system for Clinical Genomics as directed by the Pathology Quality Manager. Monitors effectiveness of the quality management system in the department and reports back to the discipline leads and Pathology Quality Manager. Attend Quality and Risk Management Meetings, providing a comprehensive Quality Report for each discipline. Person specification Skills and Abilities Strong communication skills in all media including e-mail, phone Ability to teach / educate Ability to produce documents of publishable standard Ability to use in-house IT systems Competent in use of main Microsoft software applications Able to investigate and follow up non-conformances in any discipline Personal Qualities Career plan & educational aspirations Ability to interact with high grade staff and present negative findings Confident in dealing with staff Decision maker, can deal with unexpected situations Specific Experience BMS or BSc degree, HPC registration if BMS Evidence of continuing post registration study Higher degree or equivalent Qualification in quality management Ability to formulate, perform and evaluate staff training Knowledge of risk management and clinical governance issues Ability to plan for Trust targets Good understanding of the principles and practice of QMS Good understanding of ISO 15189 standard and associated documentation Ability to deal with nonconformities and plan follow up actions Chartered Scientist status if BMS Ability to work across units Willingness to represent Pathology at external meetings The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails. Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. Employer certification / accreditation badges
Jun 16, 2025
Full time
The Royal Marsden NHS FT Pathology Services are committed to the highest level of quality in patient care and support for research. Our Clinical genomics laboratories have successfully completed initial ISO 15189 assessments and some reassessments. We wish to recruit a Quality Officer to work with the Clinical Genomics Operational team and the Pathology Quality management team to work in an exciting project to merge Molecular Diagnostics and Cytogenetics into one unified QMS and to develop further what has already been achieved and to lead the teams to future successes. The post holders will be responsible for working with staff across both units. You will need to be keen with good attention to detail, have a good working knowledge of ISO 15189:2012 and be able to carry out audits, root cause and trend analysis with a view to producing reports. Main duties of the job The key responsibility is to carry out compliance management for the Clinical Genomics laboratories department in conjunction with the Pathology Quality Manager and laboratory staff in Clinical Genomics. This role will be instrumental in implementing the necessary changes for the merge of Molecular Diagnostics and cytogenetics laboratories UKAS scopes and to, as a single UKAS Schedule of Accreditation, become increasingly more effective in the quality and regulatory compliance of its services to ISO 15189. Working for our organisation The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Detailed job description and main responsibilities For more information please refer to the job description and personal specification Ensuring departments are completing compliance tasks according to plan. Contribute to the Pathology quality annual management review. Manage the progress of outstanding actions, and records and coordinates new resulting actions as well as CAPA initiatives. Carry out the schedule for the auditing and surveillance of the quality management system for Clinical Genomics as directed by the Pathology Quality Manager. Monitors effectiveness of the quality management system in the department and reports back to the discipline leads and Pathology Quality Manager. Attend Quality and Risk Management Meetings, providing a comprehensive Quality Report for each discipline. Person specification Skills and Abilities Strong communication skills in all media including e-mail, phone Ability to teach / educate Ability to produce documents of publishable standard Ability to use in-house IT systems Competent in use of main Microsoft software applications Able to investigate and follow up non-conformances in any discipline Personal Qualities Career plan & educational aspirations Ability to interact with high grade staff and present negative findings Confident in dealing with staff Decision maker, can deal with unexpected situations Specific Experience BMS or BSc degree, HPC registration if BMS Evidence of continuing post registration study Higher degree or equivalent Qualification in quality management Ability to formulate, perform and evaluate staff training Knowledge of risk management and clinical governance issues Ability to plan for Trust targets Good understanding of the principles and practice of QMS Good understanding of ISO 15189 standard and associated documentation Ability to deal with nonconformities and plan follow up actions Chartered Scientist status if BMS Ability to work across units Willingness to represent Pathology at external meetings The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails. Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. Employer certification / accreditation badges
Consultant Clinical Oncologist in Urology Main area Clinical Oncologist Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 8 sessions per week (8 PA) Job ref 282-C471-MED Employer The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Town Sutton Salary £105,504 - £139,882 pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 02/07/:59 Interview date 08/09/2025 Job overview This post will support the treatment of prostate cancer patients under the care of the uro- oncology team in Sutton. Around 1000 patients are referred to the Sutton uro-oncology team per year, with around 600 radical prostate treatments conducted annually. The practice is wide ranging and includes complex radiotherapy planning, palliative radiotherapy, SBRT, adaptive and MR-guided radiotherapy, palliative chemotherapy, androgen-targeted therapies and radioisotopes for prostate cancer. Participation in clinical trials is expected. The post holder will not routinely contribute to consultant ward round cover for our Sutton site but may be asked to see ward patients at times. Main duties of the job To participate in and support the multidisciplinary care team which includes clinical and medical oncologists, surgeons, the relevant junior team, Specialist Nursing Staff, Radiographers, and cancer support workers. Contribution to research activity is expected. To participate in each of the multidisciplinary meetings. As a senior member of the medical team, the postholder, will provide clinical leadership and support for the effective development of the services and to attend the relevant operational meetings. The postholder will contribute to the development of the departmental objectives and business plan and will manage resources within the approved plan. The consultant will be part of the Cancer Services Division and will be responsible to the Divisional Director for Cancer Services. To take an active part in the leadership and administration of the clinical service. To work closely with consultant colleagues in other oncology services within RM Partners and participate in the relevant pathway groups where required. To provide postgraduate teaching and also provide educational sessions as required To participate in the education and training of postgraduate medical staff. To act as a clinical/educational supervisor ensuring that junior staff are appraised at regular intervals. Working for our organisation The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see attached job description/person specification for a more detailed description of the role. Person specification Status Eligible for full GMC registration CCT in Clinical Oncology or equivalent MRCP and FRCR or equivalent Higher Research Degree (submitted or awarded) Experience A broad-based experience in radiotherapy including advanced radiotherapy techniques A broad-based experience in systemic therapies A relevant interest in clinical research Evidence of scientific publications in clinical oncology Experience of speaking at national or international conferences Skills, Abilities and Knowledge A manifest interest in the management of urological cancers Ability to work in a busy, high-pressure environment Interest and experience in service development and improvement Management training and experience in medical audit The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails. Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Jun 07, 2025
Full time
Consultant Clinical Oncologist in Urology Main area Clinical Oncologist Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 8 sessions per week (8 PA) Job ref 282-C471-MED Employer The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Town Sutton Salary £105,504 - £139,882 pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 02/07/:59 Interview date 08/09/2025 Job overview This post will support the treatment of prostate cancer patients under the care of the uro- oncology team in Sutton. Around 1000 patients are referred to the Sutton uro-oncology team per year, with around 600 radical prostate treatments conducted annually. The practice is wide ranging and includes complex radiotherapy planning, palliative radiotherapy, SBRT, adaptive and MR-guided radiotherapy, palliative chemotherapy, androgen-targeted therapies and radioisotopes for prostate cancer. Participation in clinical trials is expected. The post holder will not routinely contribute to consultant ward round cover for our Sutton site but may be asked to see ward patients at times. Main duties of the job To participate in and support the multidisciplinary care team which includes clinical and medical oncologists, surgeons, the relevant junior team, Specialist Nursing Staff, Radiographers, and cancer support workers. Contribution to research activity is expected. To participate in each of the multidisciplinary meetings. As a senior member of the medical team, the postholder, will provide clinical leadership and support for the effective development of the services and to attend the relevant operational meetings. The postholder will contribute to the development of the departmental objectives and business plan and will manage resources within the approved plan. The consultant will be part of the Cancer Services Division and will be responsible to the Divisional Director for Cancer Services. To take an active part in the leadership and administration of the clinical service. To work closely with consultant colleagues in other oncology services within RM Partners and participate in the relevant pathway groups where required. To provide postgraduate teaching and also provide educational sessions as required To participate in the education and training of postgraduate medical staff. To act as a clinical/educational supervisor ensuring that junior staff are appraised at regular intervals. Working for our organisation The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see attached job description/person specification for a more detailed description of the role. Person specification Status Eligible for full GMC registration CCT in Clinical Oncology or equivalent MRCP and FRCR or equivalent Higher Research Degree (submitted or awarded) Experience A broad-based experience in radiotherapy including advanced radiotherapy techniques A broad-based experience in systemic therapies A relevant interest in clinical research Evidence of scientific publications in clinical oncology Experience of speaking at national or international conferences Skills, Abilities and Knowledge A manifest interest in the management of urological cancers Ability to work in a busy, high-pressure environment Interest and experience in service development and improvement Management training and experience in medical audit The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails. Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.