Cancer Improvement Manager

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role The post holder will provide expert advice on the delivery and monitoring of Trust Cancer Performance; leading programmes of improvement work across the Trust to support Operational Managers, Clinical Leads and key stakeholders (operational and clinical) to sustainably achieve Cancer Waiting Times. Will work alongside clinical and support teams to understand complex pathways and other clinical priorities that can impact on cancer performance. They will lead on programmes of work to deliver agreed priorities, supporting Care Groups to develop their services to ensure these priorities are sustained and surpassed.

Will lead large trust wide cancer improvement/development projects, liaising with internal and external stakeholders as required. Candidates should have experience in the application of Cancer Waiting Times Guidance, as well as operational experience of managing cancer pathways in an acute NHS setting. The post holder will play a pivotal role in supporting teams to deliver cancer pathways. The post holder will work closely with clinical and operational teams across the various tumour groups, and the wider organisation as a whole, to drive positive change.

This will require working and collaborating with teams in Exeter and Barnstable. Communication and organisational skills are essential for this role, alongside a passion for delivering service improvement and optimal patient experience. They must be able to analyse, diagnose and resolve highly complex problems to successful conclusion. Use highly developed leadership and influencing skills with the ability to enthuse, motivate and involve individuals and teams across the Trust, such that they understand and work to achieve the Trusts' performance expectations.

Deploy expert communication, negotiation and influencing skills to build and maintain excellent working relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders on a range of service improvement projects, driving and challenging each key working relationship to innovate and achieve reform in accordance with agreed objectives. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Interview Date: To be confirmed For further information please contact: Kathy Huxham on or This is a fixed term contract for 10 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.

We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills.

Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.