Job summary
- Main area
- Oncology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent & Fixed Term roles
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- 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
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 -
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Kind
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Empowered
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Responsible
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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
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
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Resourcing Team
- Job title
- Resourcing Team
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0151 556 5176
- Additional information
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