The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, based in Manchester, specializes in cancer care and provides a range of services including treatment, research, and support for cancer patients. Their mission is to deliver world-class, patient-centered care and to lead in cancer research and innovation. The Trust aims to improve cancer outcomes and quality of life through cutting-edge treatments, comprehensive care, and a commitment to advancing cancer research.

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The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating more than 44,000 patients a year.

You must ensure compliance with IG frameworks, manage FOI requests, train staff, lead audits, maintain data registers, and collaborate on supplier risks while ensuring privacy and data protection.

You will advise on IG compliance, manage FOI requests, lead training, ensure data protection audits, maintain processing activities, and collaborate with stakeholders on information governance matters.

Government & Politics

Healthcare

Manchester

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support specialist confidentiality and privacy by design advice on the implementation of the IG legal framework, IG national policy requirements, new Statutory Guidance, organisational standards, policies and controls across internal and external facing operational services. Draft and publish IG advice in response to IG queries received, emerging trends and new national guidelines from across the organisation. Support strategic advice to the Freedom of Information (FOI) lead and key stakeholders on complex requests, internal reviews and ICO investigations. Provide line management responsibilities for the Freedom of Information lead ensuring that all aspects of performance, attendance, training and appraisal are addressed in accordance with Trust Policy. Expected to Deputise for the IG Lead as necessary, on matters within scope of expertise. Plan and progress work to ensure that IG policies and procedures are embedded in the programmes, divisions across the organisation. Reporting assurances/gaps on outcomes of best practice and standards set out in policy and procedures to Divisional leads and Caldicott panel. Plan and deliver training to Trust staff at all levels, through a variety of formats designed to meet the specific needs of the organisation with reference to GDPR and FOI. Provide leadership in managing the statutory information requests function of the IG Team, including FOI, information rights requests. Provide assurance on Information Governance and Statutory Guidance compliance through a schedule of assurance reviews and activity, including in respect of high-risk processing, internal data protection audits, and audits of data use and sharing, both internal and external to the Trust. Assist assurance for Digital Services Leads and Information Asset Owners in their compliance against standards, through peer reviews, engagement with audits, advice and guidance of compliance management. Drive compliance with the Confidentiality elements of the Data Security &amp; Protection Toolkit (DSPT or equivalent) requirements and support work to co-ordinate and assure the Trust annual DSPT or equivalent submission. Work Collaboratively with Divisions to evidence their compliance with principles of the DSPT and the Digital teams on wider components Lead on maintenance of the Trust Register of Processing Activities (RoPa) including reviews of Data Flows, within Divisions, from Systems and provision of data sets supporting audit/research/analysis. Being the lead for establishing correct legal basis for any processing of data, inclusive of use of consent and national data opt out. Collaborate with key Stake Holders (internal and external to the Trust) on Supply Chain Risks. Considering current supplier due diligence requirements, on boarding the Information Asset Owners (IAOs) with key programmes of assurance and maintaining accuracy of the Information Asset Register.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support specialist confidentiality and privacy by design advice on the implementation of the IG legal framework, IG national policy requirements, new Statutory Guidance, organisational standards, policies and controls across internal and external facing operational services. Draft and publish IG advice in response to IG queries received, emerging trends and new national guidelines from across the organisation. Support strategic advice to the Freedom of Information (FOI) lead and key stakeholders on complex requests, internal reviews and ICO investigations. Provide line management responsibilities for the Freedom of Information lead ensuring that all aspects of performance, attendance, training and appraisal are addressed in accordance with Trust Policy.  Expected to Deputise for the IG Lead as necessary, on matters within scope of expertise. Plan and progress work to ensure that IG policies and procedures are embedded in the programmes, divisions across the organisation. Reporting assurances/gaps on outcomes of best practice and standards set out in policy and procedures to Divisional leads and Caldicott panel. Plan and deliver training to Trust staff at all levels, through a variety of formats designed to meet the specific needs of the organisation with reference to GDPR and FOI.  Provide leadership in managing the statutory information requests function of the IG Team, including FOI, information rights requests. Provide assurance on Information Governance and Statutory Guidance compliance through a schedule of assurance reviews and activity, including in respect of high-risk processing, internal data protection audits, and audits of data use and sharing, both internal and external to the Trust. Assist assurance for Digital Services Leads and Information Asset Owners in their compliance against standards, through peer reviews, engagement with audits, advice and guidance of compliance management. Drive compliance with the Confidentiality elements of the Data Security & Protection Toolkit (DSPT or equivalent) requirements and support work to co-ordinate and assure the Trust annual DSPT or equivalent submission.  Work Collaboratively with Divisions to evidence their compliance with principles of the DSPT and the Digital teams on wider components Lead on maintenance of the Trust Register of Processing Activities (RoPa) including reviews of Data Flows, within Divisions, from Systems and provision of data sets supporting audit/research/analysis. Being the lead for establishing correct legal basis for any processing of data, inclusive of use of consent and national data opt out. Collaborate with key Stake Holders (internal and external to the Trust) on Supply Chain Risks. Considering current supplier due diligence requirements, on boarding the Information Asset Owners (IAOs) with key programmes of assurance and maintaining accuracy of the Information Asset Register.

Information Governance Specialist & Compliance Officer - The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

The Christie NHS FT

Information Governance Specialist & Compliance Officer

You must have expertise in data protection, compliance auditing, incident investigation, and managing information governance processes, with strong leadership and time management skills.

You will ensure compliance with IG policies, manage FOI requests, deliver training, lead data processing activities, conduct audits, and collaborate with stakeholders on information governance.

As an IG Specialist you will have a proved track record in providing advice and guidance on use and security of processing personal data as part of projects and systems. If you have an eye for details and ability to work well with a range of stake holders, with a desire to make processes smoother for patients whilst ensure their data rights are upheld, reach out and get in touch. A range of compliance duties are required to maintain standards of data protection and Caldicott principles across the trust, from staff understanding to correct access to audit of personal data held in systems. Investigating incidents and horizon scanning for upcoming standards and case reviews. The role of Information Governance Specialist and Compliance Officer is to provide essential support to the Trust on the range of Data Protection and Confidentiality work required to promote privacy of patients (and other data subjects for whom the Trust is accountable), providing leadership, expertise and assistance. This is a senior IG role and you will have a chance to input and influence the strategic direction of our Trust's Data Protection thinking and policy This is a varied and challenging administrative support role which spans the entire organisation. Additionally, skills and experience in managing and testing compliance against set standards would be drawn upon to help Digital Services Leads and Information Asset Owners demonstrate assurance and improvement against the standards they are responsible for. You will be expected to work independently, to review Data Protection Impact Assessments and wider Data Protection compliance standards. Carry out audits, challenge local processes and produce reports with recommendations and track action plans to control risks. Support the Data Protection Officer and Caldicott Guardian. Provide Line Management support for the Freedom of Information staff and provide advice around application of exemptions. Be experienced in leading Caldicott and Data Protection meetings, with production of papers and facilitating the meetings Have a look at this short video which outlines what it’s like to work at The Christie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuTC_PsYI8g&amp;ab_channel=TheChristieNHSFoundationTrust If you have an interest in patient and public rights, this could be the job for you. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, eye for details and excellent admin and time management skills. You will be joining our small dynamic Governance Team, based in the Digital Services Department at an exciting and challenging time as Data Governance becomes more detailed and technical with the rise in Cyber and Fraud and evolving technologies such as AI. The Role will also play a part in supporting the Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO), Caldicott Guardian (CG) and Data Protection Officer (DPO) in discharging their responsibilities relating to safeguarding personal data. We aim to deliver a positive and collaborative working environment, working across the Trust, to review data risks for new and existing projects. The offers hybrid working with a mix of on site and home working arrangements. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support specialist confidentiality and privacy by design advice on the implementation of the IG legal framework, IG national policy requirements, new Statutory Guidance, organisational standards, policies and controls across internal and external facing operational services. Draft and publish IG advice in response to IG queries received, emerging trends and new national guidelines from across the organisation. Support strategic advice to the Freedom of Information (FOI) lead and key stakeholders on complex requests, internal reviews and ICO investigations. Provide line management responsibilities for the Freedom of Information lead ensuring that all aspects of performance, attendance, training and appraisal are addressed in accordance with Trust Policy. Expected to Deputise for the IG Lead as necessary, on matters within scope of expertise. Plan and progress work to ensure that IG policies and procedures are embedded in the programmes, divisions across the organisation. Reporting assurances/gaps on outcomes of best practice and standards set out in policy and procedures to Divisional leads and Caldicott panel. Plan and deliver training to Trust staff at all levels, through a variety of formats designed to meet the specific needs of the organisation with reference to GDPR and FOI. Provide leadership in managing the statutory information requests function of the IG Team, including FOI, information rights requests. Provide assurance on Information Governance and Statutory Guidance compliance through a schedule of assurance reviews and activity, including in respect of high-risk processing, internal data protection audits, and audits of data use and sharing, both internal and external to the Trust. Assist assurance for Digital Services Leads and Information Asset Owners in their compliance against standards, through peer reviews, engagement with audits, advice and guidance of compliance management. Drive compliance with the Confidentiality elements of the Data Security &amp; Protection Toolkit (DSPT or equivalent) requirements and support work to co-ordinate and assure the Trust annual DSPT or equivalent submission. Work Collaboratively with Divisions to evidence their compliance with principles of the DSPT and the Digital teams on wider components Lead on maintenance of the Trust Register of Processing Activities (RoPa) including reviews of Data Flows, within Divisions, from Systems and provision of data sets supporting audit/research/analysis. Being the lead for establishing correct legal basis for any processing of data, inclusive of use of consent and national data opt out. Collaborate with key Stake Holders (internal and external to the Trust) on Supply Chain Risks. Considering current supplier due diligence requirements, on boarding the Information Asset Owners (IAO’s) with key programmes of assurance and maintaining accuracy of the Information Asset Register.

As an IG Specialist you will have a proved track record in providing advice and guidance on use and security of processing personal data as part of projects and systems. If you have an eye for details and ability to work well with a range of stake holders, with a desire to make processes smoother for patients whilst ensure their data rights are upheld, reach out and get in touch.  A range of compliance duties are required to maintain standards of data protection and Caldicott principles across the trust, from staff understanding to correct access to audit of personal data held in systems. Investigating incidents and horizon scanning for upcoming standards and case reviews.  The role of Information Governance Specialist and Compliance Officer is to provide essential support to the Trust on the range of Data Protection and Confidentiality work required to promote privacy of patients (and other data subjects for whom the Trust is accountable), providing leadership, expertise and assistance. This is a senior IG role and you will have a chance to input and influence the strategic direction of our Trust's Data Protection thinking and policy  This is a varied and challenging administrative support role which spans the entire organisation. Additionally, skills and experience in managing and testing compliance against set standards would be drawn upon to help Digital Services Leads and Information Asset Owners demonstrate assurance and improvement against the standards they are responsible for.  You will be expected to work independently, to review Data Protection Impact Assessments and wider Data Protection compliance standards.  Carry out audits, challenge local processes and produce reports with recommendations and track action plans to control risks.  Support the Data Protection Officer and Caldicott Guardian.  Provide Line Management support for the Freedom of Information staff and provide advice around application of exemptions.  Be experienced in leading Caldicott and Data Protection meetings, with production of papers and facilitating the meetings  Have a look at this short video which outlines what it’s like to work at The Christie  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuTC_PsYI8g&ab_channel=TheChristieNHSFoundationTrust  If you have an interest in patient and public rights, this could be the job for you. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, eye for details and excellent admin and time management skills.  You will be joining our small dynamic Governance Team, based in the Digital Services Department at an exciting and challenging time as Data Governance becomes more detailed and technical with the rise in Cyber and Fraud and evolving technologies such as AI. The Role will also play a part in supporting the Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO), Caldicott Guardian (CG) and Data Protection Officer (DPO) in discharging their responsibilities relating to safeguarding personal data.  We aim to deliver a positive and collaborative working environment, working across the Trust, to review data risks for new and existing projects. The offers hybrid working with a mix of on site and home working arrangements.  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  Support specialist confidentiality and privacy by design advice on the implementation of the IG legal framework, IG national policy requirements, new Statutory Guidance, organisational standards, policies and controls across internal and external facing operational services.  Draft and publish IG advice in response to IG queries received, emerging trends and new national guidelines from across the organisation.  Support strategic advice to the Freedom of Information (FOI) lead and key stakeholders on complex requests, internal reviews and ICO investigations.  Provide line management responsibilities for the Freedom of Information lead ensuring that all aspects of performance, attendance, training and appraisal are addressed in accordance with Trust Policy.  Expected to Deputise for the IG Lead as necessary, on matters within scope of expertise.  Plan and progress work to ensure that IG policies and procedures are embedded in the programmes, divisions across the organisation. Reporting assurances/gaps on outcomes of best practice and standards set out in policy and procedures to Divisional leads and Caldicott panel.  Plan and deliver training to Trust staff at all levels, through a variety of formats designed to meet the specific needs of the organisation with reference to GDPR and FOI.  Provide leadership in managing the statutory information requests function of the IG Team, including FOI, information rights requests.  Provide assurance on Information Governance and Statutory Guidance compliance through a schedule of assurance reviews and activity, including in respect of high-risk processing, internal data protection audits, and audits of data use and sharing, both internal and external to the Trust.  Assist assurance for Digital Services Leads and Information Asset Owners in their compliance against standards, through peer reviews, engagement with audits, advice and guidance of compliance management.  Drive compliance with the Confidentiality elements of the Data Security & Protection Toolkit (DSPT or equivalent) requirements and support work to co-ordinate and assure the Trust annual DSPT or equivalent submission. Work Collaboratively with Divisions to evidence their compliance with principles of the DSPT and the Digital teams on wider components  Lead on maintenance of the Trust Register of Processing Activities (RoPa) including reviews of Data Flows, within Divisions, from Systems and provision of data sets supporting audit/research/analysis. Being the lead for establishing correct legal basis for any processing of data, inclusive of use of consent and national data opt out.  Collaborate with key Stake Holders (internal and external to the Trust) on Supply Chain Risks. Considering current supplier due diligence requirements, on boarding the Information Asset Owners (IAO’s) with key programmes of assurance and maintaining accuracy of the Information Asset Register.

You need strong technical skills, customer care expertise, and business awareness to handle service desk tickets, provide end-user support, and ensure efficient IT practices.

You will resolve IT incidents and requests, support users across sites, liaise with third parties, document issues, manage escalated tickets, and promote efficient IT practices.

Customer Relations

IT & Cybersecurity

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of fast-paced support team within the Digital Services department of The Christie. Our Tech Bar team is a well-established, friendly support team who deal with around 4500 service requests a month. The post holder will provide 1st Line Support of all logged IT incidents and requests remotely and on-site when required. The ability to provide a first-class customer service, whilst dealing with IT related issues, will play a large part of this role. This role requires a combination of technical ability, customer care skills, and business awareness. The post holder will be required to respond to service desk tickets, deal with walk-ins and log incidents and service requests. The post holder will work as a part of the 1st Line Team, taking advice and guidance from the 2nd Line support team or the IT Service Delivery Manager if required. You will be expected to develop close working relationships with all members of the Digital Services team. This is a permanent on-site role and not homeworking. To respond and resolve 1st line incidents and requests assigned from the 1st line support team, investigating, and rectifying complex IT issues. Provide support throughout the Trust as well as remote sites e.g., peripheral clinics and Trust satellite sites. Delivering an excellent quality, customer-focused service. Provide advice and expertise on all aspects of IT relating to end user support within the trust. Liaise with relevant third-party maintenance/support providers, recording and escalating any hardware/software issues as required. Provide in-depth technical experience to troubleshoot incidents. To ensure all support requests and incidents via any inbound channel are properly understood and recorded on our ITSM system. To handle escalated tickets from 1st Line support team providing feedback when resolved to support the team’s development. Track open tickets maintaining regular contact with individual staff or departments informing them of progress and expected resolution times. Promote good and efficient working practices in the use of IT. The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tobias Percival Job title: Service Delivery Manager Email address: tobias.percival1@nhs.net Telephone number: 07876 138750 Available on MS Teams

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of fast-paced support team within the Digital Services department of The Christie. Our Tech Bar team is a well-established, friendly support team who deal with around 4500 service requests a month.The post holder will provide 1st Line Support of all logged IT incidents and requests remotely and on-site when required. The ability to provide a first-class customer service, whilst dealing with IT related issues, will play a large part of this role.This role requires a combination of technical ability, customer care skills, and business awareness. The post holder will be required to respond to service desk tickets, deal with walk-ins and log incidents and service requests.The post holder will work as a part of the 1st Line Team, taking advice and guidance from the 2nd Line support team or the IT Service Delivery Manager if required. You will be expected to develop close working relationships with all members of the Digital Services team.This is a permanent on-site role and not homeworking.To respond and resolve 1st line incidents and requests assigned from the 1st line support team, investigating, and rectifying complex IT issues.Provide support throughout the Trust as well as remote sites e.g., peripheral clinics and Trust satellite sites.Delivering an excellent quality, customer-focused service.Provide advice and expertise on all aspects of IT relating to end user support within the trust.Liaise with relevant third-party maintenance/support providers, recording and escalating any hardware/software issues as required.Provide in-depth technical experience to troubleshoot incidents.To ensure all support requests and incidents via any inbound channel are properly understood and recorded on our ITSM system.To handle escalated tickets from 1st Line support team providing feedback when resolved to support the team’s development.Track open tickets maintaining regular contact with individual staff or departments informing them of progress and expected resolution times.Promote good and efficient working practices in the use of IT.The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tobias Percival Job title: Service Delivery Manager Email address: tobias.percival1@nhs.net Telephone number: 07876 138750Available on MS Teams

IT Support Analyst - The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of fast-paced support team within the Digital Services department of The Christie. Our Tech Bar team is a well-established, friendly support team who deal with around 4500 service requests a month.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The post holder will provide 1st Line Support of all logged IT incidents and requests remotely and on-site when required. The ability to provide a first-class customer service, whilst dealing with IT related issues, will play a large part of this role.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This role requires a combination of technical ability, customer care skills, and business awareness. The post holder will be required to respond to service desk tickets, deal with walk-ins and log incidents and service requests.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The post holder will work as a part of the 1st Line Team, taking advice and guidance from the 2nd Line support team or the IT Service Delivery Manager if required. You will be expected to develop close working relationships with all members of the Digital Services team.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This is a permanent on-site role and not homeworking.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;To respond and resolve 1st line incidents and requests assigned from the 1st line support team, investigating, and rectifying complex IT issues.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Provide support throughout the Trust as well as remote sites e.g., peripheral clinics and Trust satellite sites.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Delivering an excellent quality, customer-focused service.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Provide advice and expertise on all aspects of IT relating to end user support within the trust.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Liaise with relevant third-party maintenance/support providers, recording and escalating any hardware/software issues as required.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Provide in-depth technical experience to troubleshoot incidents.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;To ensure all support requests and incidents via any inbound channel are properly understood and recorded on our ITSM system.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;To handle escalated tickets from 1st Line support team providing feedback when resolved to support the team’s development.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Track open tickets maintaining regular contact with individual staff or departments informing them of progress and expected resolution times.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Promote good and efficient working practices in the use of IT.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester &amp;amp; Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tobias Percival Job title: Service Delivery Manager Email address: tobias.percival1@nhs.net Telephone number: 07876 138750&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Available on MS Teams

IT Support Analyst

You should have at least 1 year of massage experience, confidence in therapy skills, and a genuine interest in developing oncology complementary therapies.

You will support anxious patients during treatments, assist with procedures, manage complex symptoms, and provide virtual or telephone support to patients, carers, and staff.

Education & Teaching

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Complementary health & Wellbeing (CH&W) team at The Christie, who is looking for a multiskilled therapist to work within our integrated service. The CH&W team prides itself on offering personalised care that is supportive, compassionate, empowering, and resourceful, to all its service users. This new, unique role is a Band 4 Trainee Integrative Therapist (TInT) post and will help sustainability plans for building a workforce for future healthcare. The training programme is fully funded for 12 months, consisting of 15 hours, per week Monday – Friday (Including satellites). The bespoke training programme will be run locally with in the CH&W team, combining both academic and work-based learning in the physical, psychological and public health aspects of care, specifically related to oncology. The programme is structured around a number of clinical learning environments which will include: * Supporting patients who are anxious receiving Chemotherapy/Radiotherapy/Trial Medications * Supporting patients struggling to cope with procedures (Cannulation/Scans/Moulds/Drains/Surgery etc) * Supporting patient’s complex symptoms related to their disease or treatment. * Offering virtual/telephone support to Patient, Carers and Staff We are looking for an enthusiastic therapist with a minimum of 1 year massage experience who wants to develop knowledge and experience in the field of oncology. As a trainee B4, you will be supported to complete the training programme, developing a knowledge and skillset to support patient who are struggling with chemotherapy, radiotherapy, procedures or symptoms related to disease/treatments. By the end of the training, you will provide a range of therapies, triage priority caseloads, making assessments and key decisions regarding service users’ needs and treatment. The CH&W have a passion for teaching others our skills and evaluating the therapies we provide. The successful candidate will be confident and competent in using the required skills to fulfil the role, together with a genuine interest to develop complementary therapy skills and the ability to uphold our team’s and trust values. Education and support are seen as a priority in this service, making it an excellent opportunity for developing advanced skills in oncology. On completion of the of training, you will have the flexibility of joining the CH&W bank as a B5, apply for a B5 IT post (*if we are actively recruiting), or have gained the knowledge and experience to create your own private practice. * Interviews are planned following a recruitment event in January 2025. The Complementary Health & Wellbeing team is Innovative, Passionate and Caring. It has won various awards throughout the years for the service it provides to service users. You will be working in a supportive and engaged team environment, with a management team who will enable you to broaden your experience and develop a wide range of skills. The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Eileen Hackman Job title: Clinical Lead Complementary Health & Wellbeing Email address: e.hackman@nhs.net Telephone number: 0161 446 3328 Vicky Phelan, Deputy Clinal lead CH&W - 0797 784 2729

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Complementary health & Wellbeing (CH&W) team at The Christie, who is looking for a multiskilled therapist to work within our integrated service. The CH&W team prides itself on offering personalised care that is supportive, compassionate, empowering, and resourceful, to all its service users. This new, unique role is a Band 4 Trainee Integrative Therapist (TInT) post and will help sustainability plans for building a workforce for future healthcare.The training programme is fully funded for 12 months, consisting of 15 hours, per week Monday – Friday (Including satellites). The bespoke training programme will be run locally with in the CH&W team, combining both academic and work-based learning in the physical, psychological and public health aspects of care, specifically related to oncology.The programme is structured around a number of clinical learning environments which will include: * Supporting patients who are anxious receiving Chemotherapy/Radiotherapy/Trial Medications * Supporting patients struggling to cope with procedures (Cannulation/Scans/Moulds/Drains/Surgery etc) * Supporting patient’s complex symptoms related to their disease or treatment. * Offering virtual/telephone support to Patient, Carers and Staff      We are looking for an enthusiastic therapist with a minimum of 1 year massage experience who wants to develop knowledge and experience in the field of oncology.As a trainee B4, you will be supported to complete the training programme, developing a knowledge and skillset to support patient who are struggling with chemotherapy, radiotherapy, procedures or symptoms related to disease/treatments. By the end of the training, you will provide a range of therapies, triage priority caseloads, making assessments and key decisions regarding service users’ needs and treatment.The CH&W have a passion for teaching others our skills and evaluating the therapies we provide. The successful candidate will be confident and competent in using the required skills to fulfil the role, together with a genuine interest to develop complementary therapy skills and the ability to uphold our team’s and trust values.Education and support are seen as a priority in this service, making it an excellent opportunity for developing advanced skills in oncology.On completion of the of training, you will have the flexibility of joining the CH&W bank as a B5, apply for a B5 IT post (*if we are actively recruiting), or have gained the knowledge and experience to create your own private practice. * Interviews are planned following a recruitment event in January 2025.      The Complementary Health & Wellbeing team is Innovative, Passionate and Caring. It has won various awards throughout the years for the service it provides to service users. You will be working in a supportive and engaged team environment, with a management team who will enable you to broaden your experience and develop a wide range of skills. The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Eileen Hackman Job title: Clinical Lead Complementary Health & Wellbeing Email address: e.hackman@nhs.net Telephone number: 0161 446 3328Vicky Phelan, Deputy Clinal lead CH&W - 0797 784 2729

Trainee Integrated Therapist - The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Complementary health &amp;amp; Wellbeing (CH&amp;amp;W) team at The Christie, who is looking for a multiskilled therapist to work within our integrated service. The CH&amp;amp;W team prides itself on offering personalised care that is supportive, compassionate, empowering, and resourceful, to all its service users. This new, unique role is a Band 4 Trainee Integrative Therapist (TInT) post and will help sustainability plans for building a workforce for future healthcare.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The training programme is fully funded for 12 months, consisting of 15 hours, per week Monday – Friday (Including satellites). The bespoke training programme will be run locally with in the CH&amp;amp;W team, combining both academic and work-based learning in the physical, psychological and public health aspects of care, specifically related to oncology.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The programme is structured around a number of clinical learning environments which will include:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supporting patients who are anxious receiving Chemotherapy/Radiotherapy/Trial Medications&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supporting patients struggling to cope with procedures (Cannulation/Scans/Moulds/Drains/Surgery etc)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supporting patient’s complex symptoms related to their disease or treatment.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Offering virtual/telephone support to Patient, Carers and Staff&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;We are looking for an enthusiastic therapist with a minimum of 1 year massage experience who wants to develop knowledge and experience in the field of oncology.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;As a trainee B4, you will be supported to complete the training programme, developing a knowledge and skillset to support patient who are struggling with chemotherapy, radiotherapy, procedures or symptoms related to disease/treatments. By the end of the training, you will provide a range of therapies, triage priority caseloads, making assessments and key decisions regarding service users’ needs and treatment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The CH&amp;amp;W have a passion for teaching others our skills and evaluating the therapies we provide. The successful candidate will be confident and competent in using the required skills to fulfil the role, together with a genuine interest to develop complementary therapy skills and the ability to uphold our team’s and trust values.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Education and support are seen as a priority in this service, making it an excellent opportunity for developing advanced skills in oncology.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;On completion of the of training, you will have the flexibility of joining the CH&amp;amp;W bank as a B5, apply for a B5 IT post (*if we are actively recruiting), or have gained the knowledge and experience to create your own private practice.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Interviews are planned following a recruitment event in January 2025.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;The Complementary Health &amp;amp; Wellbeing team is Innovative, Passionate and Caring. It has won various awards throughout the years for the service it provides to service users. You will be working in a supportive and engaged team environment, with a management team who will enable you to broaden your experience and develop a wide range of skills. The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester &amp; Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Eileen Hackman Job title: Clinical Lead Complementary Health &amp;amp; Wellbeing Email address: e.hackman@nhs.net Telephone number: 0161 446 3328&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Vicky Phelan, Deputy Clinal lead CH&amp;amp;W - 0797 784 2729

Trainee Integrated Therapist

You must build relationships in the education system, manage communications, oversee events, produce marketing materials, update the website, handle social media, and coordinate educational activities.

You will build relationships, manage communications, oversee marketing, update the website, handle social media, and coordinate educational events and activities.

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in healthcare education and outreach? Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance is recruiting enthusiastic Education Engagement Officer to help deliver impactful learning experiences for our healthcare workforce. In this role, you’ll support the workforce and education team by managing and promoting a suite of blended learning initiatives on the Cancer Academy that empower healthcare professionals to develop their skills and enhance patient care. You’ll oversee the Academy website, update the learning library, and maintain the ePortfolio to ensure engaging and accessible resources for all users. This position offers a unique blend of responsibilities, from planning and delivering webinars, events, and skills labs to developing and executing promotional campaigns that inspire staff to engage with the ACCEND framework. If you have a knack for creating engaging content, a passion for education, and excellent organisational skills, this role is perfect for you. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across Greater Manchester’s health and social care system, building partnerships and raising awareness of Cancer Academy’s educational offerings. The post is 1.0 WTE and is fixed term until March 2026 in the first instance. Secondment requests will be considered. The Education Engagement Officer will support the Workforce and Education Programme to: * Establish and maintain strong working relationships with key contacts and stakeholders across the Greater Manchester education system, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. * Provide a basic understanding of ACCEND to the workforce across the system, with knowledge of education Academy offers * Work closely with relevant internal teams and partner organisations to support the delivery of flagship events, such as the Greater Manchester Cancer Conference, promoting collaboration across cancer pathways and trusts. * Oversee the GM Cancer Academy inbox, providing expert advice, resolving queries efficiently, and directing communications to the relevant individuals or departments as appropriate. * Lead the production and distribution of high-quality marketing materials ensuring they meet accessibility standards. * Take ownership of the Cancer Academy website, proactively managing and updating content, sustaining the learning library, and developing the ePortfolio. * Lead the creation, management, and monitoring of social media channels, producing engaging and informative content to grow audience reach and interaction that promotes ACCEND * Coordinate the delivery of educational activities, events, and webinars, managing timelines and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Please See Job Description For Full List Of Responsibilities. Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance (GM Cancer) is a venture that brings together patients, charities, NHS and academic institutions with the aim of securing world-class cancer outcomes and experience for our population. Greater Manchester Cancer is the cancer programme of the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. The GM Cancer Academy is a Programme of work within the Workforce and Education Programme. The team are dynamic, diligent, and passionate about supporting the cancer workforce to ensure they have equitable access to training and education to develop the right skills to respond to the needs of people affected by cancer, adapt to new, improved ways of working, continue to modernise the way they work, and embrace technology to deliver the best quality healthcare. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of cancer workforce and education in Greater Manchester, and to essentially improve outcomes for people affected by cancer. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Molly Pipping Job title: Senior Programme Lead for Education Email address: molly.pipping@nhs.net Telephone number: 07812 747259 Gmcancer.academy@nhs.net

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in healthcare education and outreach? Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance is recruiting enthusiastic Education Engagement Officer to help deliver impactful learning experiences for our healthcare workforce.In this role, you’ll support the workforce and education team by managing and promoting a suite of blended learning initiatives on the Cancer Academy that empower healthcare professionals to develop their skills and enhance patient care. You’ll oversee the Academy website, update the learning library, and maintain the ePortfolio to ensure engaging and accessible resources for all users. This position offers a unique blend of responsibilities, from planning and delivering webinars, events, and skills labs to developing and executing promotional campaigns that inspire staff to engage with the ACCEND framework.If you have a knack for creating engaging content, a passion for education, and excellent organisational skills, this role is perfect for you. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across Greater Manchester’s health and social care system, building partnerships and raising awareness of Cancer Academy’s educational offerings.The post is 1.0 WTE and is fixed term until March 2026 in the first instance. Secondment requests will be considered.The Education Engagement Officer will support the Workforce and Education Programme to: * Establish and maintain strong working relationships with key contacts and stakeholders across the Greater Manchester education system, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. * Provide a basic understanding of ACCEND to the workforce across the system, with knowledge of education Academy offers * Work closely with relevant internal teams and partner organisations to support the delivery of flagship events, such as the Greater Manchester Cancer Conference, promoting collaboration across cancer pathways and trusts. * Oversee the GM Cancer Academy inbox, providing expert advice, resolving queries efficiently, and directing communications to the relevant individuals or departments as appropriate. * Lead the production and distribution of high-quality marketing materials ensuring they meet accessibility standards. * Take ownership of the Cancer Academy website, proactively managing and updating content, sustaining the learning library, and developing the ePortfolio. * Lead the creation, management, and monitoring of social media channels, producing engaging and informative content to grow audience reach and interaction that promotes ACCEND * Coordinate the delivery of educational activities, events, and webinars, managing timelines and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.      Please See Job Description For Full List Of Responsibilities.Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance (GM Cancer) is a venture that brings together patients, charities, NHS and academic institutions with the aim of securing world-class cancer outcomes and experience for our population. Greater Manchester Cancer is the cancer programme of the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board.The GM Cancer Academy is a Programme of work within the Workforce and Education Programme. The team are dynamic, diligent, and passionate about supporting the cancer workforce to ensure they have equitable access to training and education to develop the right skills to respond to the needs of people affected by cancer, adapt to new, improved ways of working, continue to modernise the way they work, and embrace technology to deliver the best quality healthcare.This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of cancer workforce and education in Greater Manchester, and to essentially improve outcomes for people affected by cancer.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Molly Pipping Job title: Senior Programme Lead for Education Email address: molly.pipping@nhs.net Telephone number: 07812 747259Gmcancer.academy@nhs.net

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