Job summary
Right to work: We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

The Research and Innovation centre at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre has a exciting post for Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse. The primary aim of this post is to bring about greater access for research in order to provide a unique and enviable framework to enhance delivery of world class research.

They will embark on a programme of dual training for both Oncology and Haematology systemic anticancer treatments. They must be motivated and willing to undergo training in the Haematology and chemotherapy fields.

As an Clinical Research Nurse you will be responsible for supporting the Advanced Research Nurse and Lead for the Early phase and ECMC portfolio in ensuring that our service users' needs are met through the delivery of high-quality care. As a centre of excellence, you will offer a person-centred approach to their independence and well-being.

You will have a dual base location at CCC Wirral and CCC Liverpool

As we deliver treatments in sector hubs and clinics across the Wirral and Liverpool, there will an element of cross cover required during training and once training has been completed.

Main duties of the job
The post holder will work alongside the Band 7 Advanced Research Nurse and research team in order to co-ordinate a portfolio of commercial, non-commercial and Experimental Cancer Medicine oncology clinical trials. The role will include identifying patients through MDT's/screening notes; collecting data; interviewing; supporting/delivering a range of complex cancer treatments, assessing and monitoring patients in accordance with ethically approved protocols.

The R and I directorate is a busy environment and working to deadlines with frequent interruption is the norm. Ability to work under pressure, pay close attention to detail and organise the priority of own workload is absolutely essential. Individual training will be provided to meet the needs of the post-holder. If you want to be part of a fantastic team and help support the Trust with our vision for providing the best cancer care in the country, then we want to hear from you.

About us
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

Details
Date posted: 16 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 158-26-283-RES
Job locations: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Wirral, Clatterbridge Road, Bebington, CH63 4JY, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential

• NMC Level One registration or other professional equivalent
• Graduate level qualification in relevant discipline, be working towards one or be prepared to study at this level
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
• Chemotherapy trained in either oncology or haematology, or willing to undertake a period of training

Desirable

• Qualification in oncology and/or clinical research

Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
• Has a working knowledge of the purpose of clinical research.

Desirable

• Has a basic knowledge of recent NHS legislation and recommendations in the field of cancer and palliative care
• Knowledge of ICH GCP

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working autonomously and part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of collaborating with other agencies
• Previous experience within the oncology/haematology nursing setting, or experience in research

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHSFT
Employer's website: https://www.clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk/

For questions about the job, contact: Lead for Late Phase Research, Linda Lyons, linda.lyons1@nhs.net, 01515568225