Job summary
- Main area
- R&I
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 158-26-195-R&I
- Employer
- The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool and Wirral
- Town
- Liverpool
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 29/09/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Research Nurse
NHS AfC: Band 5
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. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
The Research and Innovation department at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre has an exciting post available for a Band 5 Research Nurse.
The Primary aim of this post is to bring about greater access for research in order to provide a unique and enviable framework to enhance delivery of world class research.
The Research Nurse will embark on a programme of dual training for both Oncology and Haematology systemic anticancer treatments.
As a Research nurse you will be responsible for supporting the research teams in the delivery of SACT therapies per protocol as part of the clinical delivery team on Floor 6 CCCL, whilst ensuring that our service users’ needs are met through the delivery of high-quality care. As a centre of excellence, you will offer a person-centred approach to their independence and well-being.
You will have a dual base location at CCC Wirral and CCC Liverpool.
Main duties of the job
The post holder under the supervision of the clinical delivery unit co-ordinator will support the delivery of commercial and non–commercial cancer clinical trials. The role will include; collecting data, supporting, treating and monitoring patients in accordance to ethically approved protocols.
The R & I directorate is a busy environment and working to deadlines with frequent interruption is the norm. Ability to work under pressure, pay close attention to detail and organise the priority of own workload is absolutely essential.
Individual training will be provided to meet the needs of the post-holder.
If you want to be part of a fantastic team and help support the Trust with our vision for providing the best cancer care in the country, then we want to hear from you.
As we deliver treatments in sector hubs and clinics across the Wirral and Liverpool, there will an element of cross cover required during training and once training has been completed. This will include travelling to all of our peripheral sites:
- CCC Liverpool
- CCC Wirral
We’re here to deliver the best cancer care to the people we serve and we’re looking for applications from those who share that commitment and our values: Putting people first; Achieving excellence; Passionate about what we do; Always improving our care; and Looking to the future.
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
- Current level registration with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council
- N59 or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- Degree or working towards
- ENB 237 or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience working within an NHS health care environment
Desirable criteria
- Previous oncology experience
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential criteria
- General Nursing experience
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
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Linda Lyons
- Job title
- Lead Nurse Ocology
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0151 556 5340
- Additional information
Linda Lyons
Lead Nurse
07955 689 143
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