Job Description

The Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC) are a leading provider of cancer care, committed to delivering excellence in patient outcomes and fostering a culture of continuous professional development. We are seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Band 6 Practice Education Facilitator to join our team and support the development of the cancer nursing workforce in line with the ACCEND Framework for Cancer Care.
Main duties of the job
This role is pivotal in advancing the education and capability of nurses across specialist cancer services, with a particular focus on Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT), haematology, and oncology. While experience in stem cell transplant is desirable, it is not essential. Enthusiasm for learning and supporting others in these areas is welcomed.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of cancer nursing education and contribute meaningfully to workforce transformation. If you are enthusiastic about developing others and committed to delivering high-quality cancer care, we would like to hear from you.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
35,392 to 42,618 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
387-SPS4178-GB
Job locations
Bristol Haematology And Oncology Centre
Horfield Road
Bristol
BS2 8ED
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Considerable experience as a Registered Nurse within Oncology or Haematology
• Evidence of recent and continued formal and informal teaching experience
• Able to understand the education training needs of staff
• Portfolio of continuing professional development
• To have current knowledge of Cancer Nursing
• Experience of developing education training packages

Desirable

• Knowledge of current changes within the NHS and Nurse education
• Experience as a clinical supervisor
• Evidence of research and audit participation
• Experience as a Registered Nurse within Stem Cell transplant/Immune Effector Cell therapy

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• SACT trained and competent
• Able to undertake and deliver presentations
• Able to engage with a variety of personnel within the Trust and outside e.g. University, Network
• Able to develop and enhance education/training packages for all staff
• Innovative and able to create a variety of learning opportunities for staff
• Able to effectively contribute to clinical environment that is motivating and conducive to lifelong learning
• Able to manage databases with a working knowledge of I.T
• Committed, supportive, enthusiastic and innovative nursing and education
• Self-motivated and able to motivate and enthuse others
• Good organisational skills

Qualifications and Training
Essential

• 1st Level Registration
• Post Registration course in a relevant subject
• Bachelor's Degree (or working towards)
• Willingness to undertake a PGCE or Master's Degree
• Teaching & Assessment qualification

Desirable

• Master's Degree
• PGCE

Aptitudes
Essential

• Supportive
• Respectful
• Innovative
• Collaborative

Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Considerable experience as a Registered Nurse within Oncology or Haematology
• Evidence of recent and continued formal and informal teaching experience
• Able to understand the education training needs of staff
• Portfolio of continuing professional development
• To have current knowledge of Cancer Nursing
• Experience of developing education training packages

Desirable

• Knowledge of current changes within the NHS and Nurse education
• Experience as a clinical supervisor
• Evidence of research and audit participation
• Experience as a Registered Nurse within Stem Cell transplant/Immune Effector Cell therapy

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• SACT trained and competent
• Able to undertake and deliver presentations
• Able to engage with a variety of personnel within the Trust and outside e.g. University, Network
• Able to develop and enhance education/training packages for all staff
• Innovative and able to create a variety of learning opportunities for staff
• Able to effectively contribute to clinical environment that is motivating and conducive to lifelong learning
• Able to manage databases with a working knowledge of I.T
• Committed, supportive, enthusiastic and innovative nursing and education
• Self-motivated and able to motivate and enthuse others
• Good organisational skills

Qualifications and Training
Essential

• 1st Level Registration
• Post Registration course in a relevant subject
• Bachelor's Degree (or working towards)
• Willingness to undertake a PGCE or Master's Degree
• Teaching & Assessment qualification

Desirable

• Master's Degree
• PGCE

Aptitudes
Essential

• Supportive
• Respectful
• Innovative
• Collaborative

Skills Required