Job summaryUniversity Hospitals of Leicester (UHL) is a large NHS teaching trust providing integrated patient care in one of the UK's most diverse cities. We are a national and regional centre for specialist treatment, a renowned biomedical research facility, and the local hospital for people in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.UHL has three acute hospitals and eight community sites, employing 18,000 colleagues and caring for 1.4 million patients each year.In April 2024 UHL are one of the top 5 most improved trusts in the country. We halved the number of patients waiting longer than necessary on an urgent suspected cancer pathway and increased the number of patients diagnosed within 28 days. However, we recognise there is still much more to do. With 1in2 people affected by cancer this is a pivotal role that will lead and support how we shape and deliver our services to reduce waiting times and improve patient experience and outcomes for our community.The Macmillan Lead Cancer Nurse will play a critical role in collaboration with all clinical teams in ensuring the provision of high-level operational and strategic planning and leadership.Main duties of the jobWorking closely with a range of specialist nurses in cancer, palliative and end of life care within the Trust, the Macmillan Lead Cancer Nurse will provide expert advice to take forward cancer nursing practice and professional development in line with local, regional and national priorities.As an experienced nurse, you will support the management of complex and multi-faceted demands on the cancer pathway, delivering transformational change. The post holder will work to continuously improve the quality of health provision for patients with cancer, and their families. This will be achieved by collaborative working across the integrated care system, commissioners, cancer alliances and voluntary sector.About usOur new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).We have four primary goals:high-quality care for all,being a great place to work,partnerships for impact, andresearch and education excellenceAnd we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:we are compassionate,we are proud,we are inclusive, andwe are one teamThis is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThis post is vital to ensuring that National Cancer targets and Quality standards can be delivered in line with the NHS Long Term plan in conjunction with the cancer and clinical teams across the Trust. It is an opportunity to showcase, develop and embed best practice across cancer pathways to support our patients across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.Person SpecificationTraining and qualificationsEssentialRegistered NurseCurrent registration with NMCEvidence of CPDNMC approved teaching and assessing or Practice Assessor Programme/ EquivalentDesirableMaster Degree/ Equivalent in Health Related Studies/ ManagementSkills and experienceEssentialMinimum of 5 years experience at a Senior LevelProven success of delivering transformationTrack record of achieving healthcare targetsCommunicating complex concepts to wider audienceMinimum of 3 years Project Management experienceBudget management experienceExperience of managing a large, complex teamCommunication & Relationship SkillsEssentialExcellent written communicationCollaborative workingDesirableAbility to write clear and conciseAnalytical and Judgement SkillsEssentialUnderstand complex clinical informationChange Management skillsPlanning and organisational skillsEssentialOrganised and robust performance managementEquality, diversity and inclusionEssentialUnderstanding the importance of ED&ICompassionate and inclusive leadership skillsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals of Leicester NHS TrustAddressCross sitesLRI/LGH/GHLeicesterLE1 5WWEmployer's websitehttps://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)