Airedale NHS Foundation Trust

Haematology/Oncology Care Co-Ordinator (Band 3)

The closing date is 24 July 2025

Job summary

The jobholder will work within the Haem/Onc CNSs as part of a multidisciplinary team, assisting the CNS's with actions arising from MDT outcome discussions

The job holder will be responsible for the coordination of the administrative function within the complex cancer pathways arranging investigations, appointments, and Multi-Disciplinary Team discussion in a timely manner to ensure waiting time targets are not breached and patient's needs are met.

Supporting patients and carers through the difficult journey they face. Ensuring patients have the appropriate support and extended services involved.

This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.

If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation.

Main duties of the job

Assist the CNSs to deliver patient centre, self-management support and education as necessary.

All adverse incidents and near misses should be reported through the Adverse Event Form (AEF) system and brought to the attention of the appropriate CNS.

Ensure all data related to patient care is entered onto the relevant computer systems, e.g. PPM, system one or PAS.

Take responsibility for the maintenance of accurate paper and electronic information ensuring confidentiality.
Discuss support options with the patient and their carer, with sensitivity, liaise with and keep CNS informed of outcomes
Telephone follow up patients as part of nurse led clinics after advice by CNS or Doctor. Escalating any problems appropriately

About us

We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:

Cycle to Work
Travel Scheme
Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice
Onsite Nursery
Buying and Selling Annual Leave
Car Leasing
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Health and Wellbeing
Extensive Reward Scheme
Counselling Service
Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream
Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.

Our values:

We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:

Committed to Quality of Care
Compassion
Working together for patients
Improving Lives
Everyone Counts
Respect and Dignity

Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.

Date posted

10 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

423-7319582

Job locations

Airedale General Hospital

Skipton Road

Steeton

BD20 6TD

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Literate and numerate - Basic Skills Maths and English level 2 (GCSE A-C equivalent)
Computer literate with knowledge of IT systems such as Word and Excel
HNC or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent evidence of working at that level

Desirable

Administration qualification
Knowledge of databases and spreadsheets

Experience

Essential

Experience within the NHS or similar environment (e.g. Dept of Health or other public service)
Experience of working with cancer patients or within a relevant clinical setting
Effectively communicate with patients, their families and or carers and members of the multidisciplinary team

Desirable

Experience of audit and data collection
Experience of telephone triage and patient contact
Experience of Waiting Time Targets
Experience of Haem/Onc patients

Skills

Essential

Understands the need to prioritise and cope with changes at short notice.
Discrete and able to maintain confidentiality
Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills
Able to deal with complex and sensitive information on a regular basis
Understanding of Trust guidelines and policies

Desirable

Understanding of local and national guidance in relation to cancer services

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Literate and numerate - Basic Skills Maths and English level 2 (GCSE A-C equivalent)
Computer literate with knowledge of IT systems such as Word and Excel
HNC or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent evidence of working at that level

Desirable

Administration qualification
Knowledge of databases and spreadsheets

Experience

Essential

Experience within the NHS or similar environment (e.g. Dept of Health or other public service)
Experience of working with cancer patients or within a relevant clinical setting
Effectively communicate with patients, their families and or carers and members of the multidisciplinary team

Desirable

Experience of audit and data collection
Experience of telephone triage and patient contact
Experience of Waiting Time Targets
Experience of Haem/Onc patients

Skills

Essential

Understands the need to prioritise and cope with changes at short notice.
Discrete and able to maintain confidentiality
Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills
Able to deal with complex and sensitive information on a regular basis
Understanding of Trust guidelines and policies

Desirable

Understanding of local and national guidance in relation to cancer services

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

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Airedale General Hospital

Skipton Road

Steeton

BD20 6TD

Employer's website

https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Airedale General Hospital

Skipton Road

Steeton

BD20 6TD

Employer's website

https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)