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Job summary

Main area
Oncology
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract
Permanent & Fixed Term roles
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
158-26-B5TALENTPOOL-NQN
Employer
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool
Town
Liverpool
Salary
£32,073 - £39,043 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
21/10/2026 23:59

Employer heading

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust logo

Newly Qualified Staff Nurse - Talent Pool

NHS AfC: Band 5

In cases where we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to automatically close any vacancies prior to the specified closing date - all vacancies are capped at a sufficient number to progress to shortlisting stage; you are advised to submit your completed application form as early as possible.

We want our recruitment process to be fair, inclusive, and accessible for everyone. If you need support or a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment Team - 0151 5565176 or [email protected]. Adjustments may include alternative formats, extra time for assessments, communication support, accessible interview arrangements, interview questions prior to interview or other changes tailored to your needs.

We operate a Values Based Recruitment (VBR) approach when recruiting new colleagues. VBR helps us to attract and select employees whose personal values and behaviours align with the values of the Trust. For more information on our vision, mission and values please see here - Vision, mission and values :: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre (clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk)

Sponsorship will only be assigned in line with Trust procedure and UKVI guidelines. For further information on role eligibility, please see here - Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK

 

Job overview

We are inviting applications from newly qualified nurses (NQN) who have qualified in 2026 and looking to undertake their first nursing role 

Please note that you are submitting an application to join our Band 5 Staff Nurse pipeline and agree, by submission of application, to be added to our talent pool for a period of 12 weeks.  You application will be subject to a selection process - including shortlisting and interview (face to face only). Candidates successful at interview will be added to our pipeline and offered roles as & when they become available for a period up to 12 weeks. You may choose to withdraw from the pipeline process at any time. Roles offered may be full or part time, and permanent or fixed term.  Shift patterns may be rotational, including nights.

We are looking to recruit individuals to undertake this role and be committed, motivated and compassionate, with good organizational and communication skills, to complement our existing teams. 

We can offer Newly Qualified Nurses - 

  • A comprehensive preceptorship programme
  • Dedicated support from experienced colleagues, teams and leaders
  • Opportunities for career progression and ongoing development
  • A welcoming team environment focused on learning and development

Main duties of the job

You will be encouraged to expand and develop your knowledge, skills and competencies within a supportive and friendly environment. Whilst oncology experience is not necessary, there must be a willingness to learn about the specialty. Integrity, vision and a desire to take the service forward and expand the nursing role are also a requirement.

The job is challenging and interesting and the many different protocols means treatment plans are varied and there is a lot to learn, making this an exciting place to work.

We're here to deliver the best cancer care to the people we serve and we’re looking for applications from those who share that commitment.

Please advise in your supporting information your preferred hours of work (full/part) & any areas/departments of particular interest.

 

Working for our organisation

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.

Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.

Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work. 

We are - 

  • Kind

  • Empowered

  • Responsible

  • Inclusive

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre

THIS VACANCY WILL CLOSE ON RECEIPT OF A MAXIMUM NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ANTICIPATE THIS POST WILL RECEIVE HIGH NUMBERS OF APPLICATIONS. TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT, PLEASE SUBMIT WITHOUT DELAY.

Person specification

Work Related Circumstances

Essential criteria
  • Qualification date in 2026

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Current 1st level registration with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Desirable criteria
  • Chemotherapy course completion

Experience

Essential criteria
  • General nursing experience
Desirable criteria
  • Oncology experience

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential criteria
  • IT literate

Trust Values

Essential criteria
  • Familiarity with and understanding of CCC Trust Values

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - SilverDisability confident employerDisability confident committedArmed Forces Covenant Bronze AwardHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Resourcing Team
Job title
Resourcing Team
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0151 556 5176
Additional information