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Job summary

Main area
Outpatient Department
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
158-26-220-OPDL-A
Employer
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool
Town
Liverpool
Salary
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
27/10/2026 23:59

Employer heading

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust logo

Outpatient Department Manager

NHS AfC: Band 7

In cases where we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to automatically close any vacancies prior to the specified closing date - all vacancies are capped at a sufficient number to progress to shortlisting stage; you are advised to submit your completed application form as early as possible.

We want our recruitment process to be fair, inclusive, and accessible for everyone. If you need support or a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment Team - 0151 5565176 or [email protected]. Adjustments may include alternative formats, extra time for assessments, communication support, accessible interview arrangements, interview questions prior to interview or other changes tailored to your needs.

We operate a Values Based Recruitment (VBR) approach when recruiting new colleagues. VBR helps us to attract and select employees whose personal values and behaviours align with the values of the Trust. For more information on our vision, mission and values please see here - Vision, mission and values :: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre (clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk)

Sponsorship will only be assigned in line with Trust procedure and UKVI guidelines. For further information on role eligibility, please see here - Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK

 

Job overview

Right to work: We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

 

An exciting opportunity exists for the appropriately skilled and experienced candidate to join the Clatterbridge Cancer Centre, as the Outpatient Department (OPD) Manager. 

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for the planning, co-ordination and operational management of the OPD activity and patient flow. Consequently, the application of safe staffing models and allocation of effective skill mix are key. Working collaboratively with Multidisciplinary Teams across the Organisation is a central activity, therefore, the enhanced communication skills are fundamental. 

Other responsibilities of the role include:

  • Ensuring the delivery of evidenced based, patient centred and high quality care
  • Incident, risk and complaint management 
  • Recruitment and development of staff 
  • Ensure department compliance with statutory and mandatory training requirements
  • Proactive management of performance, conduct and attendance concerns in line with Trust policies 
  • Monitor department key performance indicators 
  • Service development and improvement 
  • Creation of SOPs, policies and processes 
  • Care, maintenance and complication management of central vascular access devices 
  • Compliance with infection, prevention and control policies 
  • Data interpretation and presentation 
  • Informal and formal teaching / training

Working for our organisation

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.

Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.

Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work. 

We are - 

  • Kind

  • Empowered

  • Responsible

  • Inclusive

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre. 

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • 1st Level Registered Nurse (Adult)
  • First level degree in related subject.
  • Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject
  • Evidence of continued professional development.
  • Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work towards
Desirable criteria
  • Management Qualification
  • Recognised teaching /mentorship qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential criteria
  • Knowledge of Cancer, treatment modalities and services
  • Role of Charities and partnership working in the NHS.
  • NHS structures and functions

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Relevant post registration experience, at Band 6 or above, in cancer, or the speciality.
  • Experience of teaching
  • In-depth specialist experience
  • Leadership and management experience
  • Experience of multi- professional working
Desirable criteria
  • Project management experience

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - SilverDisability confident employerDisability confident committedArmed Forces Covenant Bronze AwardHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

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.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Helen Harker
Job title
Matron CBU2
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0151 556 5176
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