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Main area
Nursing and Midwifery
Grade
Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
434-SCS7500469
Employer
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Town
Aylesbury
Salary
£38,682 - £46,580 Per Annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
25/11/2025 23:59

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Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust logo

Clinical Nurse Educator for Cancer Care and Haematology

Band 6

Be part of our BHT family

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust (BHT) is an integrated provider of acute hospital and community services for people living in Buckinghamshire and the surrounding area.

We care for over half a million patients every year:

  • Provide specialist spinal services at our world renowned National Spinal Injuries Centre at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, the birthplace of the Paralympics
  • Nationally recognised for urology and skin cancer services
  • Regional specialist centre for burns, plastic surgery, dermatology, stroke and cardiac services
  • Deliver community services in health centres, schools, patients’ own homes, community hospitals and community hubs.

More than 6,500 people from different nations, cultures and backgrounds work for us.

We would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options. We strive to be a family friendly, inclusive employer. 

If you require any assistance in making this application, please contact [email protected] or phone 01494 734868.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work and invite you to join our BHT family.

Launch Your Nursing Career with Us!

At Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, we are committed to helping newly qualified nurses grow into confident, skilled professionals.

From day one, you will benefit from structured development programmes, personalised mentorship, and access to specialist training that supports your long-term career ambitions.

Whether you are aiming for clinical excellence, leadership roles, or advanced practice, we will help you build a career you are proud of.

Start your journey with us and unlock your potential!

Job overview

We are looking for a dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator for Cancer care and Haematology to work alongside our Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) Practice Development Nurse, supporting Cancer care and Haematology across Cancer Services.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Registered Nurse with experience in oncology and/or haematology nursing.
  • Passion for clinical education, mentoring, and developing nursing teams.
  • Competence in core nursing procedures, with ability to assess and support clinical skills development.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage learners and staff at all levels.
  • Ability to contribute to quality improvement and clinical governance activities.
  • Commitment to compassionate patient care and maintaining high professional standards.
  • Be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care for patients with cancer and blood disorders.
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development and involvement in innovative clinical education programs.
  • Supportive working environment that values collaboration, leadership, and staff wellbeing.

Main duties of the job

·       The Post holder will support the SACT Practice Development Nurse across Cancer care and Haematology.

The post holder will facilitate education, training, and professional development of all nursing staff on Ward 5, CCHU, and Sunrise. This includes experienced nurses, newly qualified, preceptees, associate practitioners, and health care assistants, supporting clinical competence to ensure safe, compassionate patient care.

They will assist all nurses, especially newly qualified, in becoming clinically competent in cancer patient care.

The post holder will support internal study days, develop agendas, and engage speakers.

They will work closely with the SACT Practice Development Nurse and Unit/Ward sisters to ensure staff develop and retain knowledge and skills.

  • Welcome learners and staff to the clinical environment aligned with Trust values and ensure recorded induction.

  • Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement projects.

  • Assist with local or Trust initiatives to continuously improve service quality and maintain high standards.

  • Be aware of hospital policies and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure compliance.
  • Help encourage a supportive work environment and maintain staff morale.

Working for our organisation

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

 What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

  • As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
  • We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.  
  • We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

 

 Why work for us?

  • We’re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
  • As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
  • Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
  • A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

 What do we stand for?

  • Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
  • Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
  • Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference numbers.

Person specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential criteria
  • Registered nurse with NMC pin
  • Degree (working towards)
  • Care of Patient receiving Cytotoxic SACT
Desirable criteria
  • ENB 998 or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

Essential criteria
  • RGN with relevant experience
  • SACT experience at Band 5 or above
Desirable criteria
  • Oncology/Haematology experience

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential criteria
  • IV administration
  • Management of central lines cannulation & venepuncture
  • Administration of blood products
  • Venesection
  • Good numerical skills

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Essential criteria
  • Cross site working

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential criteria
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Cytotoxic Policy
  • Cancer standards related to SACT administration
  • Haematology protocols

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareApprenticeships logoPositive about disabled peopleArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardWe offer Wagestream - A financial wellbeing benefit which lets you access your pay as you earn it.Disability confident employerStep into healthNational Preceptorship for Nursing Quality Mark

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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Rebecca Howard
Job title
SACT Practice Development Nurse and TYA Lead
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01296 831698
Additional information

For more information please contact:

Rebecca Howard SACT Practice Development Nurse and TYA Lead at [email protected] or 01296 831698 

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