Macmillan Information and Support Manager
Band 7
Main area: Nursing or Allied Health Care Professional Grade: Band 7 Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (Job share) Hours: 15 hours per week (Wednesday and Fridays to cover the Centre) Job ref: 264-6833631-COR Site: Kettering General Hospital Town: Kettering Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 pro rata Salary period: Yearly Closing: 13/01/2025 08:00 Job overview
An exciting job-share opportunity has arisen to work within the Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre. The successful post holder will be required to manage and deliver the comprehensive cancer information and support service within Kettering NHS Foundation Trust for people affected by cancer, including patients, carers, family, friends, and health and social care professionals. The successful candidate will be adaptable and flexible with proven leadership experience working both autonomously and as part of a friendly and supportive team of staff and volunteers. Integral to this role is engagement with service users and key stakeholders across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire as well as the Northamptonshire Integrated Care system, in order to improve cancer information and support for all. * Please be aware there will be a presentation at interview* (Please present a 10-minute PowerPoint presentation on the role of the information and support service manager and how it supports patients through their cancer pathway) Main duties of the job
As per the job description attached, but additionally, there will be occasions when the post-holder will be required to attend out-of-hours events as well as those arranged and scheduled at weekends. Please note that applications from Allied Health Care Professionals would also be considered. Working for our organisation
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful post holder will be required to manage and deliver the comprehensive cancer information and support service within Kettering NHS Foundation Trust for people affected by cancer, including patients, carers, family, friends, and health and social care professionals. The successful candidate will be adaptable and flexible with proven leadership experience working both autonomously and as part of a friendly and supportive team of staff and volunteers. Integral to this role is engagement with service users and key stakeholders across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire as well as the Northamptonshire Integrated Care system, in order to improve cancer information and support for all. Person specification
Education, Training and Qualifications
Advanced Communication Skills or willingness to undertake Level 2 Psychological Support or willingness to undertake Registered Nurse/Allied Healthcare Professional or equivalent level of education or training Knowledge and Experience
Broad knowledge of cancer and its management Considerable experience in caring for cancer patients Experience of providing verbal and written information to those affected by cancer Multi-professional working Cancer Recovery Package Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer, which aims to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds. We welcome applications from members of our black and minority ethnic (BME) communities, especially in relation to senior posts within KGH. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. Application Information
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment. Name: Ruth Giles Job title: Head of Nursing Cancer Email address: ruthgiles@nhs.net Telephone number: 07813363636
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Band 7
Main area: Nursing or Allied Health Care Professional Grade: Band 7 Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (Job share) Hours: 15 hours per week (Wednesday and Fridays to cover the Centre) Job ref: 264-6833631-COR Site: Kettering General Hospital Town: Kettering Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 pro rata Salary period: Yearly Closing: 13/01/2025 08:00 Job overview
An exciting job-share opportunity has arisen to work within the Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre. The successful post holder will be required to manage and deliver the comprehensive cancer information and support service within Kettering NHS Foundation Trust for people affected by cancer, including patients, carers, family, friends, and health and social care professionals. The successful candidate will be adaptable and flexible with proven leadership experience working both autonomously and as part of a friendly and supportive team of staff and volunteers. Integral to this role is engagement with service users and key stakeholders across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire as well as the Northamptonshire Integrated Care system, in order to improve cancer information and support for all. * Please be aware there will be a presentation at interview* (Please present a 10-minute PowerPoint presentation on the role of the information and support service manager and how it supports patients through their cancer pathway) Main duties of the job
As per the job description attached, but additionally, there will be occasions when the post-holder will be required to attend out-of-hours events as well as those arranged and scheduled at weekends. Please note that applications from Allied Health Care Professionals would also be considered. Working for our organisation
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful post holder will be required to manage and deliver the comprehensive cancer information and support service within Kettering NHS Foundation Trust for people affected by cancer, including patients, carers, family, friends, and health and social care professionals. The successful candidate will be adaptable and flexible with proven leadership experience working both autonomously and as part of a friendly and supportive team of staff and volunteers. Integral to this role is engagement with service users and key stakeholders across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire as well as the Northamptonshire Integrated Care system, in order to improve cancer information and support for all. Person specification
Education, Training and Qualifications
Advanced Communication Skills or willingness to undertake Level 2 Psychological Support or willingness to undertake Registered Nurse/Allied Healthcare Professional or equivalent level of education or training Knowledge and Experience
Broad knowledge of cancer and its management Considerable experience in caring for cancer patients Experience of providing verbal and written information to those affected by cancer Multi-professional working Cancer Recovery Package Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer, which aims to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds. We welcome applications from members of our black and minority ethnic (BME) communities, especially in relation to senior posts within KGH. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. Application Information
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment. Name: Ruth Giles Job title: Head of Nursing Cancer Email address: ruthgiles@nhs.net Telephone number: 07813363636
#J-18808-Ljbffr
