There is an exciting opportunity for an experienced registered nurse to come and join the cancer services team at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual, with an established background in haematology cancer care and a strong work ethic, to oversee the operational running, service development, and management of the Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) team.
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications and may close earlier than the original closing date, so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring high quality care across both our hospital sites. They will take a leadership role as part of the Haematology Team, working independently to manage a high-quality care and cost-effective service for patients with suspected or confirmed Urology cancer. They will lead the development of strategy for continuous improvement and implement change in collaboration with the wider MDT (Multi Disciplinary Team) and external partners. About us
MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England, providing a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff and provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre. In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East. Would you like to work flexibly? As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to ensure that you can work in a way that is best for us, our patients, and you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed, you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date, which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Following your Corporate Induction, you will be expected to attend the Trust's 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs, and Paramedics. The programme is full-time and will involve travel to both Trust sites, including supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions, and e-learning. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at
Enhanced Level . Person Specification
Qualifications
First level Registered Nurse Broad clinical experience relevant to the post Site Specific/ Cancer Care qualification or module Nursing Degree, Masters or equivalent level experience Experience
Demonstrable previous success in leading and delivering change Ability to manage performance by engaging teams in the strategic direction and delivery plans Able to establish clear work priorities, delegate effectively, and ensure a capability to deliver Proven ability to analyse complex problems and develop practical solutions Ability to think and plan strategically, tactically, and creatively Able to prioritise work programs in the face of competing demands A strong sense of personal and team accountability A good understanding of the changing NHS environment Skills
Excellent Clinical Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience in report writing/business planning Leadership and influencing skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Maintains confidentiality and is accountable for actions/decisions Able to analyse and interpret findings of audit and develop action plans Able to create reports and use spreadsheets Computer literate with appropriate keyboard skills Ability to work to tight timescales and reprioritise effectively Awareness of the Data Protection Act and implement changes accordingly Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, necessitating a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Salary: £53,755 to £60,504 per annum pro rata.
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The post holder will be responsible for ensuring high quality care across both our hospital sites. They will take a leadership role as part of the Haematology Team, working independently to manage a high-quality care and cost-effective service for patients with suspected or confirmed Urology cancer. They will lead the development of strategy for continuous improvement and implement change in collaboration with the wider MDT (Multi Disciplinary Team) and external partners. About us
MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England, providing a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff and provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre. In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East. Would you like to work flexibly? As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to ensure that you can work in a way that is best for us, our patients, and you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed, you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date, which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Following your Corporate Induction, you will be expected to attend the Trust's 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs, and Paramedics. The programme is full-time and will involve travel to both Trust sites, including supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions, and e-learning. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at
Enhanced Level . Person Specification
Qualifications
First level Registered Nurse Broad clinical experience relevant to the post Site Specific/ Cancer Care qualification or module Nursing Degree, Masters or equivalent level experience Experience
Demonstrable previous success in leading and delivering change Ability to manage performance by engaging teams in the strategic direction and delivery plans Able to establish clear work priorities, delegate effectively, and ensure a capability to deliver Proven ability to analyse complex problems and develop practical solutions Ability to think and plan strategically, tactically, and creatively Able to prioritise work programs in the face of competing demands A strong sense of personal and team accountability A good understanding of the changing NHS environment Skills
Excellent Clinical Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience in report writing/business planning Leadership and influencing skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Maintains confidentiality and is accountable for actions/decisions Able to analyse and interpret findings of audit and develop action plans Able to create reports and use spreadsheets Computer literate with appropriate keyboard skills Ability to work to tight timescales and reprioritise effectively Awareness of the Data Protection Act and implement changes accordingly Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, necessitating a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Salary: £53,755 to £60,504 per annum pro rata.
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