Job summary
Senior Lecturer (International Education) - The Royal Marsden School
Band 8a | Permanent | Full-time or Part-Time Available

Location: Chelsea/Sutton (with international travel and online teaching opportunities)

Where world-class cancer care meets global education.The Royal Marsden School is entering an exciting phase of international growth, and we are seeking exceptional Senior Lecturers to help shape the future of cancer education worldwide.As part of one of the world's leading cancer centres, our School delivers specialist postgraduate and professional education that combines academic excellence with real-world clinical insight. We are now expanding our global reach, working with international partners, commissioners, and learners to share our expertise across borders.This is a unique opportunity for an experienced academic or clinically active professional with a passion for cancer care and a flair for innovative teaching. If you are ready to influence cancer education on a global stage, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job
We are seeking a passionate and dynamic educator to help drive forward the School's strategic vision: transforming cancer care by inspiring, challenging, and developing the next generation of innovative health professionals through world-class education.

In this internationally focused role, you will be part of a dedicated team of experienced Lecturers and Lecturer Practitioners, working closely with Programme Leads to deliver high-quality teaching across ourpost-registration and postgraduate programmes. These include bespoke short programmes and study days, delivered both in-person and through cutting-edge virtual learning platforms to a global audience.You will play a pivotal role in shaping student learning by leading, coordinating, and delivering validated modules that reflect the latest advancements in cancer care. With opportunities to engage in clinicalpractice and contribute to scholarly activity, this role offers a unique platform to influence education and practice on an international scale. activity, and participate in research--ensuring your teaching remainsgrounded in the latest evidence and best practice.

About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Details
Date posted
06 August 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 8a

Salary
£66,274 to £73,496 a year

per annum pro rata inc HCAS

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Part-time

Reference number
282-OD1171-A

Job locations
The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea

Chelsea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information, please refer to the Job Description/Person Specification

Education - Be responsible for high quality teaching and the facilitation of student learning, using an innovative and reflective approach to education. This includes:

• Designing and delivering specific teaching sessions and study days both in the classroom and through e-learning using a range of appropriate teaching strategies to suit the level of learners, the setting, and the topic, including technology-enhanced and experiential learning, one-toone coaching, large and small group teaching, seminars, and simulation of clinical situations.
• Participating in the development of teaching in the School, sharing and reflecting on ideas and experiences; mentoring colleagues; evaluating teaching activity and outcomes.
• Participating in Peer Review of teaching, receiving, and giving supportive feedback and adviceto help sustain and enhance the quality of teaching in the School.
• Being involved in the evaluation of teaching and learning activities, ensuring that education and practice are linked.
• If qualified, provide academic leadership and support to module/ programme / curriculum development and delivery.
• Develop and deliver culturally sensitive non-accredited education and training to a global audience.

Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Health Care Professional
• Professional MSc /MA in an appropriate subject
• Recognised cancer care qualification

Desirable

• Fellow of the HEA
• PhD (or working towards)
• Post- graduate teaching qualification (preferably also recognised by professional body).

Experience
Essential

• Post registration experience in a relevant clinical setting
• Experience of clinical leadership role during career
• Experience of teaching in Higher Education or Clinical Practice setting

Desirable

• Experience of acute oncology
• Experience of teaching to an international audience
• Advanced Communication skills training
• Experience of research and scholarship activity/project management related to education and/or cancer care

Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge/experience of teaching in a variety of settings
• Understanding of research methods and academic processes
• Current knowledge of national and international health/education policies/standards

Desirable

• Current knowledge of care of individuals with cancer both in the UK and globally

Skills/Abilities
Essential

• Ability to deliver innovate and creative educational activities
• Excellent communication skills - able to influence and communicate with people at all levels.
• Highly developed problem-solving and change management skills.
• Computer literate using Outlook, Word, and Power Point.

Desirable

• Knowledge of health care leadership and change management
• Knowledge of clinical assessment and decision making
• Knowledge of Research
• Knowledge of technological approaches for online teaching & learning

Other
Essential

• Genuinely committed to upholding the Royal Marsden Values
• Compassionate, kind and caring
• Able to be self- directive in day-to-day work and act as autonomous practitioner
• Able to reflect on own and others' practice.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address
The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea

Chelsea

SW3 6JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Business & Commercial Manager

Michael Speakman

Michael.Speakman@rmh.nhs.uk

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.