Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an experienced professionally registered cancer nurse or allied health professional who can demonstrate a commitment to enhancing patient care through excellent education. An individual with energy, creativity, and expertise, to help our students develop as cancer professionals. We are seeking candidates who has expertise and experience in cancer and palliative care, who will play a prominent role in the development of future cancer healthcare professional through excellent education.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a passionate and dynamic individual to help drive forward the School's strategic vision: to transform cancer care by inspiring, challenging, and developing the next generation of innovative health professionals through outstanding education.
As part of a dedicated team of experienced Lecturer Practitioners, you will collaborate closely with Programme and Module Leads to deliver high-quality teaching across our post-registration and postgraduate programmes particularly in the acute and SACT area of expertise. This includes bespoke short courses and study days, offered both in-person and via virtual learning platforms.
In this role, you will play a key part in shaping student learning by leading, coordinating, and delivering validated modules. You will also have the opportunity to engage in clinical practice, contribute to scholarly activity, and participate in research--ensuring your teaching remains grounded in the latest evidence and best practice.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
- Designing and delivering specific teaching sessions and study days both in the classroom and through e-learning using a range of appropriate teaching strategies to suit the level of learners, the setting, and the topic, including technology-enhanced and experiential learning, one-to-one coaching, large and small group teaching, seminars, and simulation of clinical situations.
- Participating in the development of teaching in the School, sharing and reflecting on ideas and experiences; mentoring colleagues; evaluating teaching activity and outcomes.
- Participating in Peer Review of teaching, receiving, and giving supportive feedback and advice to help sustain and enhance the quality of teaching in the School.
- Being involved in the evaluation of teaching and learning activities, ensuring that education and practice are linked.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
- Designing and delivering specific teaching sessions and study days both in the classroom and through e-learning using a range of appropriate teaching strategies to suit the level of learners, the setting, and the topic, including technology-enhanced and experiential learning, one-to-one coaching, large and small group teaching, seminars, and simulation of clinical situations.
- Participating in the development of teaching in the School, sharing and reflecting on ideas and experiences; mentoring colleagues; evaluating teaching activity and outcomes.
- Participating in Peer Review of teaching, receiving, and giving supportive feedback and advice to help sustain and enhance the quality of teaching in the School.
- Being involved in the evaluation of teaching and learning activities, ensuring that education and practice are linked.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Health Care Professional.
- Cancer qualification
Desirable
- Fellow of the HEA
- Post- graduate teaching qualification (preferably also recognised by professional body)
- MSc /MA in an appropriate subject (or working towards)
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years post registration experience in a relevant clinical setting.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching in Higher Education or Clinical Practice setting.
- Experience of acute oncology.
- Advanced Communication skills training
- Experience of research and scholarship activity/project management related to education and/or cancer care.
- Experience of clinical leadership role during career.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge/experience of teaching in a variety of settings.
- Current knowledge of care of individuals with cancer undergoing SACT.
- Current knowledge of health/education policies/standards.
Desirable
- Knowledge of research methods and processes.
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to deliver innovate and creative educational activities
- Excellent communication skills - able to influence and communicate with people at all levels.
- Flexible - willing and able to embrace new ideas and change.
- Highly developed problem solving and change management skills
- Sound administrative/ organisational skills
- Ability to work as a team player and good communicator.
- Ability to act as a role model to all staff.
- Computer literate using Outlook, Word, and Power Point.
Desirable
- Knowledge of health care leadership and change management.
- Knowledge of clinical assessment and decision making.
- Knowledge of Research.
- Knowledge of technological approaches for online teaching and learning
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Health Care Professional.
- Cancer qualification
Desirable
- Fellow of the HEA
- Post- graduate teaching qualification (preferably also recognised by professional body)
- MSc /MA in an appropriate subject (or working towards)
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years post registration experience in a relevant clinical setting.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching in Higher Education or Clinical Practice setting.
- Experience of acute oncology.
- Advanced Communication skills training
- Experience of research and scholarship activity/project management related to education and/or cancer care.
- Experience of clinical leadership role during career.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge/experience of teaching in a variety of settings.
- Current knowledge of care of individuals with cancer undergoing SACT.
- Current knowledge of health/education policies/standards.
Desirable
- Knowledge of research methods and processes.
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to deliver innovate and creative educational activities
- Excellent communication skills - able to influence and communicate with people at all levels.
- Flexible - willing and able to embrace new ideas and change.
- Highly developed problem solving and change management skills
- Sound administrative/ organisational skills
- Ability to work as a team player and good communicator.
- Ability to act as a role model to all staff.
- Computer literate using Outlook, Word, and Power Point.
Desirable
- Knowledge of health care leadership and change management.
- Knowledge of clinical assessment and decision making.
- Knowledge of Research.
- Knowledge of technological approaches for online teaching and learning
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
