Freeman Hospital
Job Overview
The role will involve assisting with the safe administration of systemic anti‑cancer treatment and supportive therapies to patients in the Northern Cancer Centre, Carlisle and Henderson Suite Whitehaven. You will support the senior nursing team in delivering a safe and efficient service, lead the team, manage the budget, motivate staff, problem‑solve, role‑model and implement change. The ability to communicate effectively with all members of the multi‑disciplinary team is essential and you must be a registered nurse who is SACT trained with ENB 998 (or equivalent). Ideally you are educated to degree level or working towards one and have completed an oncology course. Main Duties of the Job
The post holder will be responsible for all aspects of patient care including assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of direct patient care. They will promote a positive patient‑focused service, incorporate patient feedback, lead delegated responsibilities, manage, lead and motivate junior staff, and deputise for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse when absent. Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
Support the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse and act as deputy when absent Provide effective support and leadership to staff, patients and carers within the ward or department Act as role model, teacher and supervisor for junior staff and students Ensure systems for continuity of safe effective care for patients at all times Collaborate effectively with the multi‑disciplinary team Person Specification – Qualifications & Education
Registered Nurse (appropriate to branch), current NMC membership Diploma in a health‑related subject; prepared to take degree‑level study Specialist qualification relevant to the role or past experience Met Nursing and Mid‑Wifery Council standards for student supervision and assessment (formally mentorship) Person Specification – Knowledge & Experience
Recent and relevant post‑registration experience Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and ongoing professional development Understanding of professional accountability in a leadership role Knowledge of relevant NHS policy or project‑specific policy context Experience of adult/child safeguarding Person Specification – Desirable Criteria
Degree in a health‑related subject Relevant specialist qualification Audit or research experience Clinical skills relating to the specialty (cannulation, IV drug administration, scrub skills, anaesthetic skills appropriate to speciality) Person Specification – Skills & Abilities
Good IT skills Interview Information
Interview date: 9th December 2025 Contact Information
Name: Phillipa Graham Job title: Chemotherapy Team Lead Email: Phillipa.graham@nhs.net Telephone: 01228 616826 Name: Victoria Johnston Telephone: 01228 616826 Legal and Compliance
All references from current and previous employers covering a minimum of 3 years employment are required.
Successful candidates who require a DBS will have the DBS certificate paid by salary deduction at the first month’s pay. Documents to Download
JD & PS (PDF, 212.2KB) Newcastle Staff Benefits (PDF, 274.4KB) Behaviour and Civility Charter (PDF, 93.8KB)
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The role will involve assisting with the safe administration of systemic anti‑cancer treatment and supportive therapies to patients in the Northern Cancer Centre, Carlisle and Henderson Suite Whitehaven. You will support the senior nursing team in delivering a safe and efficient service, lead the team, manage the budget, motivate staff, problem‑solve, role‑model and implement change. The ability to communicate effectively with all members of the multi‑disciplinary team is essential and you must be a registered nurse who is SACT trained with ENB 998 (or equivalent). Ideally you are educated to degree level or working towards one and have completed an oncology course. Main Duties of the Job
The post holder will be responsible for all aspects of patient care including assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of direct patient care. They will promote a positive patient‑focused service, incorporate patient feedback, lead delegated responsibilities, manage, lead and motivate junior staff, and deputise for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse when absent. Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
Support the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse and act as deputy when absent Provide effective support and leadership to staff, patients and carers within the ward or department Act as role model, teacher and supervisor for junior staff and students Ensure systems for continuity of safe effective care for patients at all times Collaborate effectively with the multi‑disciplinary team Person Specification – Qualifications & Education
Registered Nurse (appropriate to branch), current NMC membership Diploma in a health‑related subject; prepared to take degree‑level study Specialist qualification relevant to the role or past experience Met Nursing and Mid‑Wifery Council standards for student supervision and assessment (formally mentorship) Person Specification – Knowledge & Experience
Recent and relevant post‑registration experience Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and ongoing professional development Understanding of professional accountability in a leadership role Knowledge of relevant NHS policy or project‑specific policy context Experience of adult/child safeguarding Person Specification – Desirable Criteria
Degree in a health‑related subject Relevant specialist qualification Audit or research experience Clinical skills relating to the specialty (cannulation, IV drug administration, scrub skills, anaesthetic skills appropriate to speciality) Person Specification – Skills & Abilities
Good IT skills Interview Information
Interview date: 9th December 2025 Contact Information
Name: Phillipa Graham Job title: Chemotherapy Team Lead Email: Phillipa.graham@nhs.net Telephone: 01228 616826 Name: Victoria Johnston Telephone: 01228 616826 Legal and Compliance
All references from current and previous employers covering a minimum of 3 years employment are required.
Successful candidates who require a DBS will have the DBS certificate paid by salary deduction at the first month’s pay. Documents to Download
JD & PS (PDF, 212.2KB) Newcastle Staff Benefits (PDF, 274.4KB) Behaviour and Civility Charter (PDF, 93.8KB)
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