University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Cancer Rotational Project Administrator

The closing date is 29 July 2025

Job summary

At University Hospitals Sussex (UHSx), we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services. Our Cancer Services team is developing an innovative project focused on developing a Nursing Rotational Programme and enhancing educational opportunities for our nursing staff and wider teams in cancer care. We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Band 4 Administrator to support this exciting initiative.

Job Summary:

As the Band 4 Administrator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the development and implementation of the Nursing Rotational Programme and educational initiatives. You will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks that ensure the smooth running of our innovative education project. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organisational skills and a passion for supporting the professional development of healthcare professionals.

Why Join Us?

Be part of the first-ever recruitment programme of its kind at UHSx, setting a new standard for cancer nursing education and professional development.

Work in a dynamic and supportive environment that values innovation and excellence in cancer care

Join us in making a difference in cancer services education and be part of a ground breaking programme that will impact the professional development of our nursing staff and improve patient care. We look forward to receiving your application.

Main duties of the job

Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Cancer Services Education team.

Coordination: Coordinate and organize meetings, workshops, and training sessions related to the Nursing Rotational Programme.

Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate records and documentation related to the programme, including nurse schedules and rotation plans.

Calendar Management: Manage calendars, appointments, and schedules for the project team and participating nurses.

Report Preparation: Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and educational materials.

Stakeholder Liaison: Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.

General Office Duties: Handle general office duties, including correspondence, filing, and data entry.

Project Support: Support the implementation and monitoring of project timelines and deliverables.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate information pack - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Details

Date posted

16 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-7226799-JUL25

Job locations

Cross site working - RSCH, Worthing, SRH and PRH

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see full job description as separate attached document

Provide, receive, and deal with confidential information daily.

Minute-taking of meetings when required

Responding to stakeholders and professionals across the wider health community

Liaise with other NHS organisations and external agencies (including voluntary organisations)

To maintain close links, communication, and liaison between practice development and learning & development.

Support and monitor on-going departmental recruitment and training projects as required by tracking progress and developments in order to support senior staff and handle queries appropriately.

Handle incoming correspondence, written, email or telephone, relating to the departmental training and recruitment service and deal with any relevant queries that occur, resolving problems using own initiative

Support communication required for the Fundamentals of cancer care course and other cancer education / training programmes.

Provide administration support for the Project lead and Educator and The Cancer Educator team to develop a sustainable rotational programme for cancer service staff.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see full job description as separate attached document

Provide, receive, and deal with confidential information daily.

Minute-taking of meetings when required

Responding to stakeholders and professionals across the wider health community

Liaise with other NHS organisations and external agencies (including voluntary organisations)

To maintain close links, communication, and liaison between practice development and learning & development.

Support and monitor on-going departmental recruitment and training projects as required by tracking progress and developments in order to support senior staff and handle queries appropriately.

Handle incoming correspondence, written, email or telephone, relating to the departmental training and recruitment service and deal with any relevant queries that occur, resolving problems using own initiative

Support communication required for the Fundamentals of cancer care course and other cancer education / training programmes.

Provide administration support for the Project lead and Educator and The Cancer Educator team to develop a sustainable rotational programme for cancer service staff.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • 5 GCSE's or equivalent (NVQ Level 3
  • Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of clerical and administrative procedures and systems

Desirable

  • Experience of working within a team.
  • Knowledge and awareness of confidentiality issues relating to the Data Protection Act and Computer Misuse Act
  • Experience of working in Education or cancer care administration services
  • Project experience

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role
  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • 5 GCSE's or equivalent (NVQ Level 3
  • Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of clerical and administrative procedures and systems

Desirable

  • Experience of working within a team.
  • Knowledge and awareness of confidentiality issues relating to the Data Protection Act and Computer Misuse Act
  • Experience of working in Education or cancer care administration services
  • Project experience

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role
  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Cross site working - RSCH, Worthing, SRH and PRH

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Cross site working - RSCH, Worthing, SRH and PRH

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Educator - Cancer Division

Rebecca Hartley

rebecca.hartley8@nhs.net

07795401412

Details

Date posted

16 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-7226799-JUL25

Job locations

Cross site working - RSCH, Worthing, SRH and PRH

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH


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