Job summary

We are looking to appoint a practitioner to work within the adult Research Delivery Team (RDT) to assist with an NIHR portfolio of clinical research studies, ensuring that studies are run to the highest standards incorporating GCP Guidelines. Appropriate training and mentorship will be given to the successful candidate.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to develop and broaden their skills.Informal visit is strongly recommended.

Full time fixed term contract in the first instance.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Debbie Read, on [email protected]

Main duties of the job

The Research Nurse / Practitioner will be a member of the NIHR RDN adult Research Delivery Team assisting in the set up and delivery of NIHR Portfolio research across the CUH Campus.

You would be required to help identify patients eligible for clinical trials, provide information and support for patients entering clinical trials, recruit patients to clinical trials using trial eligibility criteria, co-ordinate trial patient treatment, assessment, follow-up and data collection according to specific clinical trial protocols. Perform extended skills such as phlebotomy, ECG and laboratory skills required to perform research duties as in line with study protocols.

About us

Come Nurse with us...

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live.

You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.

Why choose CUH?

o Our values and reputation for outstanding care

o Opportunities to experience a range of specialities

o Career and development opportunities

o Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team

o Research experience and opportunities

o Lovely location and quality of life

o Excellent schools/colleges and transport links

Job summary

We are currently seeking a Biosample Practitioner to join our biosample team in the Cambridge Cancer Trials Centre (CCTC) as maternity cover. The CCTC is an exciting collaborative centre conducting research at all phases of clinical drug development and co-ordinates major multi-centre studies. Our goals are to improve outcomes for patients with cancer or at risk of developing cancer.

The CCTC accommodates around 100 research staff involved in the set-up, coordination and conduct of clinical and translational cancer research. The biosample team are a small team central to the work of CCTC who look after local aspects of sample management. This includes managing the processing, storage and shipment of biological samples for clinical trials, and working alongside trials nurses, practitioners, data managers and numerous teams around the hospital to ensure the delivery of a robust service.

Main duties of the job

This role will involve coordinating the sample related aspects of study set-up, production of SOPs, processing, storage and shipment of blood and other biological samples for research studies, ensuring that protocol requirements are followed.

There will be responsibility for all aspects of managing the oncology sample handling room and the laboratory equipment within it.

Other duties include liaising with couriers, external agencies, and clinical staff alongside research teams regarding all aspects of sample collection, storage and shipment for trials.

Management of sample kits and sample storage facilities and maintenance of logs.

About us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Job summary

Applications are invited for the posts of Senior Clinical Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (Shoulder Surgery).

Three fixed-term posts are available, each for a six-month duration:

Post 1: Available from 04 February 2027 until 03 August 2027Post 2: Available from 04 August 2027 until 03 February 2028Post 3: Available from 04 February 2028 until 03 August 2028

The post will provide excellent exposure in both elective and trauma surgery. The successful applicant will be involved in the care and management of patients in the clinic and ward and in both day-case and in-patient surgery. The appointee will also be expected to be actively involved in both research and teaching.

Main duties of the job

In order to be considered applicants must have MRCS or equivalent, and be fully registered with a license to practice with the General Medical Council at the time of application.

To be eligible for appointment at the SeniorClinical Fellow level within this role you are required to have completed Specialty Registrartraining in Trauma and Orthopaedics in the UK or equivalent with CCT.

Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean's approval or training recognition.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

The Fellowship has had full PMETB approval as an out of training post and is likely to do so again on application to the successful applicant's Deanery.

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5) in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (0.4WTE) at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This role functions at the Specialist Registrar (StR) level and is based within our busy regional department.

This post is available to start from as soon as possible until 03 August 2027.

Main duties of the job

As a designated Major Trauma Centre (MTC) for the East of England Addenbrooke's see's a high volume of complex acute cases. The OMFS department also delivers a comprehensive service encompassing:

o Head and neck oncological ablation and microvascular reconstructiono Orthognathic and facial deformity surgeryo Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorderso Salivary gland and benign oral pathology

The post holder will integrate into the regional middle-tier on-call rota, working closely with duty registrars, consultants, and the wider multidisciplinary team to manage emergency admissions, ward-based care, and elective lists. While this post does not carry a National Training Number (NTN), it offers identical clinical exposure, educational opportunities, and supervision to aid the candidate's professional progression towards specialty selection or a consultant career path.

Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean's approval or training recognition.

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of application is required.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join the Complex Discharge Team at CUH as a Band 6 Specialist Support Nurse.You will work within the ward environment alongside the multidisciplinary team liaising with community partners, patients, families, and carers to plan, facilitate and optimise complex patient discharges from the hospital.

You will be part of an existing team of Specialist Support Nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialists and Discharge Co-ordinators who currently support all adult inpatient areas across CUH. You will be part of a dedicated team working together to achieve the best possible outcomes for all our patients, keeping them at the centre of what we do.

You will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary health and social care teams within both CUH and community teams to navigate the patients across pathways to ensure a safe discharge once deemed clinically fit for discharge. The Specialist Support Nurse will escalate issues with external organisations to prevent a delayed discharge through agreed escalation process. Negotiation with staff, services and patients will be a vital part of this role to ensure the patient journey is progressed appropriately and safely.

You will support ward professionals in agreeing the pathway for discharge from hospital in accordance with agreed policies and professional guidelines and complete onwards referrals for care support across all discharge pathways.

Main duties of the job

To work within the Complex Discharge Team providing a seven-day service including weekends & bank holidays assessing patients' needs for a safe discharge. Working with health and social care teams, the post holder will agree the most appropriate pathway of care to support discharge from hospital.

To provide a proactive and continuous approach to complex discharge planning. This will involve the continual prioritization of workload to ensure all discharge cases are managed in a timely manner.

To consider "Home First" as the preferred Discharge Pathway, evidencing clearly rationale for any provision of bed-based care.

To communicate with patients and their families/carers from admission regarding discharge planning. This will include taking patient history regarding social circumstances, establishing with the patient their wishes post-discharge and signposting and referring to relevant services.

To provide relevant and accurate information to patients and their families regarding discharge plans in a timely way enabling them to make informed decisions regarding discharge plans.

To provide sign posting information to patients and their carers regarding external services i.e. Voluntary sector

To obtain feedback from patients regarding their experience about the discharge planning process to inform the development of discharge processes and prevention of poor future discharges.

Act as an effective MDT member in managing discharges and progress the patients' journey.

About us

Come Nurse with us...

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live.

You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.

Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?

o Our values and reputation for outstanding careo Opportunities to experience a range of specialitieso Career and development opportunitieso Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support teamo Research experience and opportunitieso Lovely location and quality of lifeo Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)

Details

Date posted

02 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

180-F-CVA1263

Job locations

Addenbrookes Hospital-Corporate

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment or fixed term contract. For secondments you must have the approval of your line manager before applying. If you are an internal applicant currently on a fixed term contract you are able to apply for this as a fixed term position.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 12th November 2026.

Interviews are due to be held on 27th November 2026.

All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback.

As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full-time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full-time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment or fixed term contract. For secondments you must have the approval of your line manager before applying. If you are an internal applicant currently on a fixed term contract you are able to apply for this as a fixed term position. This vacancy will close at midnight on 12th November 2026. Interviews are due to be held on 27th November 2026. All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback. As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full-time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full-time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse - with a minimum of 2 years ward based clinical experience
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Teaching or mentoring qualification
• Post registration qualification in speciality or willingness to complete

Desirable

• Degree
• Research Module

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate expert nursing skills
• Evidence of mentorship/preceptorship roles
• Accept personal accountability for own practice
• Experience of formal/informal teaching

Desirable

• Experience in a leadership role at ward level

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of evidence based practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance
• Understanding and knowledge of specialist field

Skills

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of working as an integral member of a small team
• Adaptable to changing situations due to both workload and colleagues needs
• Ability to undertake teaching of staff and patients
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage own workload; effective time management.
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Commitment to multidisciplinary working.

Desirable

• Assertiveness/perceptive counselling skills
• Documentation, audit and presentation skills
• Leadership skills

Additional Requirements

Essential

• To act in a professional manner at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct
• Capable of developing liaisons with other practice areas/academic institutions.
• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered nurse - with a minimum of 2 years ward based clinical experience Evidence of continuous professional development Teaching or mentoring qualification Post registration qualification in speciality or willingness to complete Desirable Degree Research Module Experience Essential Demonstrate expert nursing skills Evidence of mentorship/preceptorship roles Accept personal accountability for own practice Experience of formal/informal teaching Desirable Experience in a leadership role at ward level Knowledge Essential Understanding of evidence based practice Understanding of Clinical Governance Understanding and knowledge of specialist field Skills Essential Good verbal and written communication skills Capable of working as an integral member of a small team Adaptable to changing situations due to both workload and colleagues needs Ability to undertake teaching of staff and patients Ability to work unsupervised and manage own workload; effective time management. Effective interpersonal skills Commitment to multidisciplinary working. Desirable Assertiveness/perceptive counselling skills Documentation, audit and presentation skills Leadership skills Additional Requirements Essential To act in a professional manner at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct Capable of developing liaisons with other practice areas/academic institutions. The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Corporate

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Corporate

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you an experienced operational leader looking for your next challenge? Do you have the vision, drive and leadership skills to make a real difference to the delivery of high-quality patient care?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious leader to take on a key operational role, working with autonomy and authority to support the delivery of services, in the MSK directorate.

You will play a pivotal role in the effective management and performance of your designated service areas, ensuring the delivery of key operational targets within available resources.

You will work closely with clinical and operational colleagues, senior medical staff and divisional leaders to support service development, improve pathways and ensure services continue to meet the needs of our patients and the organisation.

We are looking for a confident, proactive and resilient operational leader with the ability to manage complex services, influence stakeholders and deliver sustainable improvements in a demanding healthcare environment.

Main duties of the job

The key focus of this post will be to deputise over the wholebusiness unit, working with autonomy and authority to act on behalf of the Operations Manager. Such duties would include restructuring of teams and changes to service or pathway delivery. Deputise for senior leaders within the Division in both planned and unplanned scenarios.

The post holder will manage the service areas they are responsible for, ensuring the delivery of key targets within the budgeted resources available. They will contribute to strategic and annual business planning for the business unit, including the engagement of senior medical and other staff, as required. They will also lead the planning, development and implementation of service improvement, capital and other projects for the business unit for both internal and regional where appropriate.

They will lead clinical governance processes within their business unit and assist in the management of risk.

About us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Details

Date posted

02 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,582 to £77,368 a year p.a. pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

180-A-CVA1332

Job locations

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division A

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment or fixed term contract. For secondments you must have the approval of your line manager before applying. If you are an internal applicant currently on a fixed term contract you are able to apply for this as a fixed term position.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 15th November 2026.

Interviews are due to be held on 24th November 2026.

All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback.

Right to Work

As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver.

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment or fixed term contract. For secondments you must have the approval of your line manager before applying. If you are an internal applicant currently on a fixed term contract you are able to apply for this as a fixed term position. This vacancy will close at midnight on 15th November 2026. Interviews are due to be held on 24th November 2026. All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback. Right to Work As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver. Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oEducated to First Degree Level or equivalent (A)
• oEducated to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist areas (A)
• oEvidence of CPD (A)
• oCompletion of or willingness to work towards CUH Improvement Coach status (I)

Desirable

• Postgraduate Management qualification(A)
• Project Management or Improvement and Transformation Qualification (Prince II, Six Sigma or Lean) (A)

Experience

Essential

• oProven experience in senior operational management within a clinical area covering multiple specialities and pathways. Knowledge of inpatient, outpatient and diagnostic requirements of pathways.(A)
• oProven experience in improvement and service transformation(A/I)
• oExperience in the development and use of a range of IT systems(A/I)
• oProven experience of managing a team including; oAppraisal skills
• oRecruitment and selection skills
• oDisciplinary and capability procedures
• oExperience in workforce planning to ensure service continuity
• oEvidence of continuing professional development(A/I)
• oExperience in finance, policy and service development changes(A/I)
• oSubstantial proven experience of budget management on a large scale (including activity planning)
• oProven experience of establishing and leading on national strategic work in relation to policy development, operations and systems(A/I)
• oExperience in delivering complex healthcare-related improvement projects and programmes and working alongside senior clinical and operational professionals(A/I)

Knowledge

Essential

• oExtensive knowledge of Operational strategy and policy within the Trust, region and NHS. Including an understanding of tertiary treatment pathways, and the commissioning of new pathways and services. (A/I)
• oKnowledge of audit and governance frameworks(A/I)
• oKnowledge and understanding of best practice risk management processes(A/I)
• oMust have an comprehensive understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this on engagement (A/I)
• oComprehensive understanding of the relationship between the Department of Health, NHS England and individual provider and commissioning organisations (A/I)
• oExtensive knowledge of business and activity planning processes(A/I)
• oExtensive knowledge of risk management processes(A/I)
• oKnowledge of IT/technology used in a clinical environment
• oOverview knowledge and understanding of the NHS, including funding and organisational realities(A/I)

Desirable

• oKnowledge of research and development (A/I)

Skills

Essential

• oProven leadership skills at a senior management level (A/I)
• oExcellent and effective verbal and written communication at a senior level(A/I)
• oProven written skills including business cases and Divisional Board Reports. (A/I)
• oProven ability to work in an organised manner and to high standards(A/I)
• oProven project management skills(A/I)
• oExcellent presentation skills for conveying complex concepts to a range of audiences(A/I)
• oExcellent attention to detail and the ability to meet multiple and competing deadlines(A/I)
• oProblem solving/trouble shooting skills(A/I)
• oExcellent skills in the use of Microsoft office applications (including Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and databases(A/I)
• oHighly developed communication and negotiation skills for delivering key and contentious messages to a range of stakeholders both internal and external (including outside the NHS) to the organisation, some at very senior level(A/I)
• oAbility to use informed persuasion to influence others(A/I)
• oAbility to identify risks, anticipate issues and create solutions and to resolve problems in relation to or service delivery(A/I)
• oAbility to understand a broad range of complex information quickly and making decisions where opinions differ/no obvious solution (A/I)
• oEvidence of planning and delivering programmes and projects and services, on time (A/I)
• oFinancial and staff management (A/I)
• oAbility to work without supervision, providing specialist advice to the organisation, working to tight and often changing timescales (A/I)
• oAbility to deputise for senior leaders within the Division in both planned and unplanned scenarios (A/I)
• oAbility to consider the most effective way to promote equality of opportunity and good working relationships in employment and service delivery and to take actions which support and promote this agenda. (A/I)
• oAbility to build trusted stakeholder relationships and wide support networks in a political context(A/I)
• oAbility to lead people with vision and integrity, demonstrating the courage to do the right thing. (A/I)
• oAbility to motivate high performing teams, mobilising individuals and team goals(A/I)
• oAbility to build effective partnerships, common purpose and shared understanding across a range of diverse and competing views (A/I)
• oCompetent at working with quantative and qualitative data to deliver relevant, robust and action-oriented conclusions(A/I)

Additional Requirements

Essential

• oPrepared to be flexible in relation to working hours (A/I)
• oTeam working skills (A/I)
• oSelf-motivated (A/I)
• oAbility to move between details and the bigger picture(A/I)
• oDemonstrates honesty and integrity and promotes organisational values (A/I)
• oEmbrace change, viewing it as an opportunity to learn and develop (A/I)
• oOperate with a high degree of autonomy, able to exercise judgement and challenge both externally and internally to drive services forward and achieve its agreed outcomes, with minimal steer and input from senior staff(A/I)
• oBe analytical and objective, ensuring that decisions are evidence-based, and aligned to the key principles of the transformation process. (A/I)
• oAlways have the best interest of patients and staff at the centre of any plans(A/I)
• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. (A/I)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEducated to First Degree Level or equivalent (A) oEducated to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist areas (A) oEvidence of CPD (A) oCompletion of or willingness to work towards CUH Improvement Coach status (I) Desirable Postgraduate Management qualification(A) Project Management or Improvement and Transformation Qualification (Prince II, Six Sigma or Lean) (A) Experience Essential oProven experience in senior operational management within a clinical area covering multiple specialities and pathways. Knowledge of inpatient, outpatient and diagnostic requirements of pathways.(A) oProven experience in improvement and service transformation(A/I) oExperience in the development and use of a range of IT systems(A/I) oProven experience of managing a team including; oAppraisal skills oRecruitment and selection skills oDisciplinary and capability procedures oExperience in workforce planning to ensure service continuity oEvidence of continuing professional development(A/I) oExperience in finance, policy and service development changes(A/I) oSubstantial proven experience of budget management on a large scale (including activity planning) oProven experience of establishing and leading on national strategic work in relation to policy development, operations and systems(A/I) oExperience in delivering complex healthcare-related improvement projects and programmes and working alongside senior clinical and operational professionals(A/I) Knowledge Essential oExtensive knowledge of Operational strategy and policy within the Trust, region and NHS. Including an understanding of tertiary treatment pathways, and the commissioning of new pathways and services. (A/I) oKnowledge of audit and governance frameworks(A/I) oKnowledge and understanding of best practice risk management processes(A/I) oMust have an comprehensive understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this on engagement (A/I) oComprehensive understanding of the relationship between the Department of Health, NHS England and individual provider and commissioning organisations (A/I) oExtensive knowledge of business and activity planning processes(A/I) oExtensive knowledge of risk management processes(A/I) oKnowledge of IT/technology used in a clinical environment oOverview knowledge and understanding of the NHS, including funding and organisational realities(A/I) Desirable oKnowledge of research and development (A/I) Skills Essential oProven leadership skills at a senior management level (A/I) oExcellent and effective verbal and written communication at a senior level(A/I) oProven written skills including business cases and Divisional Board Reports. (A/I) oProven ability to work in an organised manner and to high standards(A/I) oProven project management skills(A/I) oExcellent presentation skills for conveying complex concepts to a range of audiences(A/I) oExcellent attention to detail and the ability to meet multiple and competing deadlines(A/I) oProblem solving/trouble shooting skills(A/I) oExcellent skills in the use of Microsoft office applications (including Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and databases(A/I) oHighly developed communication and negotiation skills for delivering key and contentious messages to a range of stakeholders both internal and external (including outside the NHS) to the organisation, some at very senior level(A/I) oAbility to use informed persuasion to influence others(A/I) oAbility to identify risks, anticipate issues and create solutions and to resolve problems in relation to or service delivery(A/I) oAbility to understand a broad range of complex information quickly and making decisions where opinions differ/no obvious solution (A/I) oEvidence of planning and delivering programmes and projects and services, on time (A/I) oFinancial and staff management (A/I) oAbility to work without supervision, providing specialist advice to the organisation, working to tight and often changing timescales (A/I) oAbility to deputise for senior leaders within the Division in both planned and unplanned scenarios (A/I) oAbility to consider the most effective way to promote equality of opportunity and good working relationships in employment and service delivery and to take actions which support and promote this agenda. (A/I) oAbility to build trusted stakeholder relationships and wide support networks in a political context(A/I) oAbility to lead people with vision and integrity, demonstrating the courage to do the right thing. (A/I) oAbility to motivate high performing teams, mobilising individuals and team goals(A/I) oAbility to build effective partnerships, common purpose and shared understanding across a range of diverse and competing views (A/I) oCompetent at working with quantative and qualitative data to deliver relevant, robust and action-oriented conclusions(A/I) Additional Requirements Essential oPrepared to be flexible in relation to working hours (A/I) oTeam working skills (A/I) oSelf-motivated (A/I) oAbility to move between details and the bigger picture(A/I) oDemonstrates honesty and integrity and promotes organisational values (A/I) oEmbrace change, viewing it as an opportunity to learn and develop (A/I) oOperate with a high degree of autonomy, able to exercise judgement and challenge both externally and internally to drive services forward and achieve its agreed outcomes, with minimal steer and input from senior staff(A/I) oBe analytical and objective, ensuring that decisions are evidence-based, and aligned to the key principles of the transformation process. (A/I) oAlways have the best interest of patients and staff at the centre of any plans(A/I) The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. (A/I)

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division A

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division A

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5) in Anaesthetics (General) at Addenbrooke's Hospital, part of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Posts are available for a period of 6 months from 03 February 2027 until 03 August 2027.

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Fellow position would suit any trainee with a minimum of two years' experience in the specialty, providing the opportunity to further their anaesthetic experience in a supervised training environment, completing modular training in a number of subspecialty areas of anaesthesia, appropriate for their level of experience.

This post is equivalent to a training post in every way but please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean's approval or training recognition.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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 dependents (over 18 years old) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Locum Consultant Anaesthetist with Specialist Interest in Paediatric Anaesthesia, based at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge to commence from March 2027 for a period of 12 months.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will cover paediatric theatres, including neonates, but there will be a commitment to deliver adult sessions. All of our locum consultants also deliver one longer day involving an evening trauma session on a 1:10 basis, Monday - Friday.

You will be fully registered with the GMC and have a CCT in Anaesthesia or be within six months of award of CCT at the time of interview or have submitted paperwork for Specialist Registration via CESR. Applications are welcomed from those unable to work full time for personal reasons or those wishing to job-share.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST6+) in Haematology (Cellular Therapies/Blood and Marrow Transplant) at Addenbrooke's Hospital, part of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH). This post is vailable from 21 December 2026 until 02 January 2028.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our established clinical team and participate in the running of our Cellular Immunotherapy (CAR-T cell), Stem Cell Transplantation and Haemato-Oncology Services.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for the management of patients through the whole pathway from referral to recovery, from the administration of cellular immunotherapies to stem cell transplants. Experience will be available in all aspects of cellular immunotherapy and BMT, in inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory care settings. There will be opportunities to undertake audit and analysis of outcomes and other data for publication.

In order to be considered, applicants must meet the following essential criteria, you must have MRCP/FRCPath or equivalent qualification, a full registration and Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of application.

You must have completed at least three years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis), at least one of which will be in a specialty training programme in a Haematology, Oncology or Internal Medicine or the equivalent experience.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job summary

Band 6 Senior Physiotherapist Rotational

Part-time, 15 hours per week, weekdays

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Physiotherapist to join our Band 6 Inpatient Rotational scheme, rotating on a 7 monthly rotation through a variety of physiotherapy areas: Medicine, Oncology, Neurosciences, Rehabilitation, Surgery, Critical Care, Orthopaedics, Out Patients, Paediatrics and Elderly Care.

This rotation will allow you to develop as a band 6 and gain experience in a wide range of areas within a specialist acute hospital setting.

The department is friendly and dedicated towards the delivery of an excellent service for all our users, as well as constantly looking at better ways to provide a service.

We can offer you:

Strong peer support;

Work with patients with a wide range of clinical conditions;

Career support and development to progress to a specialism;

Positive commitment to CPD for courses;

Development of your supervisory, teaching and management skills and

Service development opportunities.

Please see the link to our service and what we can offer you

https://careers.cuh.nhs.uk/where-could-i-work/allied-health-professionals-ahps/physiotherapist/

Please also see our CUH Strategy Video

https://youtu.be/kpLQZaMJka4

Main duties of the job

To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse medical, neurological and musculoskeletal presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions, to provide a diagnosis and develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.

To hold responsibility for own caseload and be responsible for a defined area of the service or a particular patient type, working unsupervised. Access to advice and support from senior physiotherapists is available if required.

To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.

To supervise, educate and assess the performance of physiotherapy students, this would be to a graduate standard and involve working with universities to ensure the standard of practice and teaching meets the standards set by the degree level qualification.

To undertake evidence-based practice, audit and research projects to further own and team's clinical practice within each rotation. Make recommendations to clinical lead for changes to practice by the team. May lead implementation of specific changes to practice or contribute to service protocols.

To assist in the training of junior members of staff to a level of agreed competency.

About us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacist to lead our team of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians and Technical Officers working in Cancer Services at Addenbrooke's Hospital.

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) is a large regional centre delivering cancer care for over 5000 new patients each year. As a regional centre for the East of England we manage rarer cancers as well as being the local centre for patients within the Cambridgeshire area.

Cancer services at CUH comprises of:o Solid oncologyo Haemato-oncology including bone marrow transplanto Paediatric oncology and haematology including bone marrow transplanto Radiotherapyo Palliative careo Clinical trials

We are looking for a pharmacist with advanced clinical skills in haematology and excellent leadership and management skills.

Main duties of the job

• Liaise with the relevant Senior Pharmacy, Medical and nursing staff, other Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) and managers to promote safe, evidence based and cost-effective use of medication in Cancer Services.
• Provide an advanced clinical pharmacy service to Haematology Cancer Services as part of the Pharmacy Team.
• Provide specialist Pharmacist advice and service to Inpatient Wards, Ambulatory Care, Day Care Unit and Outpatient Clinics within Cancer Services
• Prescribe medication (if applicable) for individual patients within the agreed scope of practice and according to the CUH Pharmacist prescribing policy within Cancer Services.
• Participate in the preparative services rota ensuring the efficient and accurate validation and release of systemic anticancer therapy.
• Participate in novel pharmacy projects in the care of patients in designated clinical area.
• Identify and undertake research to inform practice developments and underpin delivery of an effective, evidence-based pharmacy service.
• Lead on departmental duties to ensure the running of the service.

About us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 12000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfill their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

180-B-264250

Job locations

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment or fixed term contract. For secondments you must have the approval of your line manager before applying. If you are an internal applicant currently on a fixed term contract you are able to apply for this as a fixed term position.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 1st November 2026

Interviews are due to be held on 9th November 2026

All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback.

As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full-time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full-time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment or fixed term contract. For secondments you must have the approval of your line manager before applying. If you are an internal applicant currently on a fixed term contract you are able to apply for this as a fixed term position. This vacancy will close at midnight on 1st November 2026 Interviews are due to be held on 9th November 2026 All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback. As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full-time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full-time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters level degree in pharmacy.
• Registered as a pharmacist with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice or Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent)
• Registered as an independent prescriber with the GPhC.
• Leadership or management development course

Desirable

• MSc in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent qualification)
• Risk management training.
• Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society.
• Research degree (MSc, MRes, PhD) or working towards this qualification.
• Educational qualification

Experience

Essential

• oExtensive recent post-registration hospital experience as a pharmacist at band 8a.
• oExperience of leadership and management of a pharmacy team.
• oRecent significant experience of patient consultation.
• oExperienced clinical pharmacist who has covered a range of clinical specialities.
• oHighly specialised knowledge and experience of drug use and therapeutic trends in specialist clinical area.
• oExperience of the practical implementation of national guidance in drug use (e.g. NICE).
• oExperience of writing professional reports.
• oExperience of developing and reviewing patient group directions and shared care guidelines, drug policies and treatment guidelines.
• oEvidence of having written, supervised, conducted and implemented the outcomes of clinical audit.
• oExperience of the practical application of antimicrobial stewardship initiatives.
• oExperience of drug expenditure analysis and reporting.
• oExperience of the management of high-cost and high-risk medicines.
• oExperience as a personal tutor to a range of pre- and post-registration pharmacy staff groups.
• oExperience of developing and leading on projects including change management and service development.
• oExperience of working within a regional or national group to implement new or changed guidance.
• oPrevious management experience with responsibility for pharmacy staff

Desirable

• oExtensive recent post-registration hospital experience as a cancer services pharmacist at band 8a/ 8b in a teaching hospital.
• oExperienced clinical pharmacist who has covered a range of clinical specialities in more than one hospital.
• oRecent practical experience of independent prescribing for a designated group of patients.
• oExperience of writing a business case.
• oExperience of managing and supervising a research project.
• oExperience of writing for pharmaceutical or educational publications.
• oExperience of horizon scanning.
• oExperience of leading on implementation of a national development or change in pharmacy practice
• oExpereince of strategic medicines optimisation with both internal and external stakeholders.
• oExperience of planning and accrediting an educational course.
• oExperience of research methodology, study design and grant application for practice research.
• oExperience of participating in an Ethics or Research and Development Committee.

Knowledge

Essential

• 1.Advanced detailed clinical knowledge of drugs and therapeutic trends within the specialist area.
• 2.Knowledge of NICE, and other national guidance related to medicines information, Health Education England (HEE), NHS Improvement patient safety teamguidance/alerts and their local implementation
• 3.Knowledge of UK healthcare systems and NHS changes.
• 4.Computer literate with knoweldge of Word, Powerpoint and Excel (or equivalent IT systems).
• 5.Familiar with the use of a range of visual aids for teaching.
• 6.Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems.
• 7.Knowledge of electronic prescribing IT systems.
• 8.Knowledge and experience of clinical audit methodology.
• 9.Knowledge and experience of literature review and critical appraisal skills.
• 10.Knowledge of systems for non-medical prescribing.
• 11.Knowledge of NHS commissioning processes

Desirable

• 1.Knowledge of electronic prescribing and medicines administration IT systems.

Skills

Essential

• 1.Demonstrate expert professional practice aligned to Advanced Pharmacist curriculum
• 2.Show evidence of good organisation skills, prioritisation and time management
• 3.Be self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• 4.Have excellent written and verbal communication and consultation skills.
• 5.Be able to give oral presentations appropriate to the level of the audience including students.
• 6.Be able to produce high quality written reports.
• 7.Be able to influence and negotiate with all grades of staff.
• 8.Have excellent patient consultation skills.
• 9.Be able to lead, manage and work well in a team.
• 10.Be able to listen to and act on the direction of senior management.
• 11.Be able to oversee the provision of high quality pharmaceutical care of patients by the pharmacy team and identify / resolve issues arising.
• 12.Show the ability to empathise with patients / carers.
• 13.Be able to produce high quality written reports.
• 14.Be able to remain calm and work effectively under pressure to deadlines to achieve results.
• 15.Be able to teach, train, coach and mentor a range of staff groups.
• 16.Be able to produce support materials for staff training and development.
• 17.Be able to remain calm and work effectively under pressure to deadlines to achieve results.
• 18.Be able to teach, train, coach and mentor a range of staff groups.
• 19.Be able to produce support materials for staff training and development

Desirable

• 1.The appointee will be able to write research proposals and successful grant applications.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Masters level degree in pharmacy. Registered as a pharmacist with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice or Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent) Registered as an independent prescriber with the GPhC. Leadership or management development course Desirable MSc in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent qualification) Risk management training. Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society. Research degree (MSc, MRes, PhD) or working towards this qualification. Educational qualification Experience Essential oExtensive recent post-registration hospital experience as a pharmacist at band 8a. oExperience of leadership and management of a pharmacy team. oRecent significant experience of patient consultation. oExperienced clinical pharmacist who has covered a range of clinical specialities. oHighly specialised knowledge and experience of drug use and therapeutic trends in specialist clinical area. oExperience of the practical implementation of national guidance in drug use (e.g. NICE). oExperience of writing professional reports. oExperience of developing and reviewing patient group directions and shared care guidelines, drug policies and treatment guidelines. oEvidence of having written, supervised, conducted and implemented the outcomes of clinical audit. oExperience of the practical application of antimicrobial stewardship initiatives. oExperience of drug expenditure analysis and reporting. oExperience of the management of high-cost and high-risk medicines. oExperience as a personal tutor to a range of pre- and post-registration pharmacy staff groups. oExperience of developing and leading on projects including change management and service development. oExperience of working within a regional or national group to implement new or changed guidance. oPrevious management experience with responsibility for pharmacy staff Desirable oExtensive recent post-registration hospital experience as a cancer services pharmacist at band 8a/ 8b in a teaching hospital. oExperienced clinical pharmacist who has covered a range of clinical specialities in more than one hospital. oRecent practical experience of independent prescribing for a designated group of patients. oExperience of writing a business case. oExperience of managing and supervising a research project. oExperience of writing for pharmaceutical or educational publications. oExperience of horizon scanning. oExperience of leading on implementation of a national development or change in pharmacy practice oExpereince of strategic medicines optimisation with both internal and external stakeholders. oExperience of planning and accrediting an educational course. oExperience of research methodology, study design and grant application for practice research. oExperience of participating in an Ethics or Research and Development Committee. Knowledge Essential 1.Advanced detailed clinical knowledge of drugs and therapeutic trends within the specialist area. 2.Knowledge of NICE, and other national guidance related to medicines information, Health Education England (HEE), NHS Improvement patient safety teamguidance/alerts and their local implementation 3.Knowledge of UK healthcare systems and NHS changes. 4.Computer literate with knoweldge of Word, Powerpoint and Excel (or equivalent IT systems). 5.Familiar with the use of a range of visual aids for teaching. 6.Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems. 7.Knowledge of electronic prescribing IT systems. 8.Knowledge and experience of clinical audit methodology. 9.Knowledge and experience of literature review and critical appraisal skills. 10.Knowledge of systems for non-medical prescribing. 11.Knowledge of NHS commissioning processes Desirable 1.Knowledge of electronic prescribing and medicines administration IT systems. Skills Essential 1.Demonstrate expert professional practice aligned to Advanced Pharmacist curriculum 2.Show evidence of good organisation skills, prioritisation and time management 3.Be self-motivated and enthusiastic. 4.Have excellent written and verbal communication and consultation skills. 5.Be able to give oral presentations appropriate to the level of the audience including students. 6.Be able to produce high quality written reports. 7.Be able to influence and negotiate with all grades of staff. 8.Have excellent patient consultation skills. 9.Be able to lead, manage and work well in a team. 10.Be able to listen to and act on the direction of senior management. 11.Be able to oversee the provision of high quality pharmaceutical care of patients by the pharmacy team and identify / resolve issues arising. 12.Show the ability to empathise with patients / carers. 13.Be able to produce high quality written reports. 14.Be able to remain calm and work effectively under pressure to deadlines to achieve results. 15.Be able to teach, train, coach and mentor a range of staff groups. 16.Be able to produce support materials for staff training and development. 17.Be able to remain calm and work effectively under pressure to deadlines to achieve results. 18.Be able to teach, train, coach and mentor a range of staff groups. 19.Be able to produce support materials for staff training and development Desirable 1.The appointee will be able to write research proposals and successful grant applications. Additional Requirements Essential The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Applications are invited for a Locum Consultant in Neurointerventional Radiology at Addenbrooke's Hospital part of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH). This post available to start as soon as possible for a period of 12 months.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Radiologist to join our Radiology team of Consultants, both NHS and University based, and Specialty Registrars.

This post is to support the stroke thrombectomy and haemorrhagic service.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will join a strong multidisciplinary team and provide specialist and general support to the workload of the department.

We have a close working relationship with all clinical specialties including Neurology, Neurosurgery, Stroke, ENT, and Head & Neck, and are actively involved in clinical, research and educational activities.

You will be fully registered with the GMC and ideally have a CCT in Radiology or be within six months of award of CCT at the time of interview. Applications are welcomed from those unable to work full time for personal reasons or those wishing to job-share.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

180-LOCON-5521

Job locations

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The department is well equipped with state-of-the-art machines including 5 Siemens CT scanners, 6 GE MRI scanners, 4 Interventional Radiology suites (including a Philips Azurion 7 neuro biplane) and a Radiology Day Unit with 8 beds. A new PACS (McKesson Change) was installed on January 2019. The Epic eHospital system went live in October 2014.

The Imaging Directorate is ISAS (QSI) accredited and the Trust is a Major Cancer Centre and a Major Trauma Centre. The Trust provides Neuroscience Services to the entire East Anglia region, and is gearing up to provide Thrombectomy to this region.

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Job description Job responsibilities The department is well equipped with state-of-the-art machines including 5 Siemens CT scanners, 6 GE MRI scanners, 4 Interventional Radiology suites (including a Philips Azurion 7 neuro biplane) and a Radiology Day Unit with 8 beds. A new PACS (McKesson Change) was installed on January 2019. The Epic eHospital system went live in October 2014. The Imaging Directorate is ISAS (QSI) accredited and the Trust is a Major Cancer Centre and a Major Trauma Centre. The Trust provides Neuroscience Services to the entire East Anglia region, and is gearing up to provide Thrombectomy to this region. Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications (1-5)

Standards

Essential

• Standards (1-5)

Professionalism

Essential

• Professionalism (1-5)

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Clinical Skills (1-5)

Specialty Specific Skills

Essential

• Related to the post (1-5)

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Commitment to clinical governance/improving quality of patient care (1-5)

Communication Skills

Essential

• Communication Skills (1-5)

Personal Skills

Essential

• Personal Skills (1-10)

Understanding of the NHS

Essential

• Understanding of the NHS (1-5)

Professional Development

Essential

• Commitment on ongoing professional development (1-5)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualifications (1-5) Standards Essential Standards (1-5) Professionalism Essential Professionalism (1-5) Clinical Skills Essential Clinical Skills (1-5) Specialty Specific Skills Essential Related to the post (1-5) Clinical Governance Essential Commitment to clinical governance/improving quality of patient care (1-5) Communication Skills Essential Communication Skills (1-5) Personal Skills Essential Personal Skills (1-10) Understanding of the NHS Essential Understanding of the NHS (1-5) Professional Development Essential Commitment on ongoing professional development (1-5)

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Applications are invited for a Locum Consultant post to join our Paediatric Retrieval team at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.This post is available as soon as possible for a period of 6 months.

The appointee will be expected to provide Consultant clinical service, clinical leadership, specialist advice and multi-disciplinary management for the Paediatric Retrieval team.

The successful candidate will join a friendly and enthusiastic team including clinicians, highly experienced Nurses, Specialty Registrars and fellows, dedicated ambulance technicians and the Emergency Bed Finding Service (EBS).

Main duties of the job

You will be fully registered with the GMC and ideally have a CCT in Paediatric Intensive care or equivalent experience and expertise or be within six months of award of CCT at the time of interview. Applications are welcomed from those unable to work full time for personal reasons or those wishing to job-share.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum pro-rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

180-LOCON-5517

Job locations

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Paediatric Retrieval service is co-located and integrated with the neonatal transport service and is operational 24/7, 365 days a year covering the East of England. The Paediatric team have now completed more than 1000 transfers since inception in April 2021.

Our Paediatric Intensive Care Unit supports a wide range of medical and surgical specialties, major trauma, education and research. We are the regional centre for paediatric surgery, with a 13 bedded PICU and a 40 cot neonatal unit. Paediatric cardiac surgery, paediatric transplantation and craniofacial are the only subspecialties not offered on site.

There are close links with the University Department of Paediatrics and the Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care UnitCUH, together with Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Foundation Trust and Cambridge University are well on the way in developments to build a new Cambridge Childrens Hospital on the Bio medical campus. Work is underway with the building expected to open in 2028.

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for these posts.

Job description Job responsibilities The Paediatric Retrieval service is co-located and integrated with the neonatal transport service and is operational 24/7, 365 days a year covering the East of England. The Paediatric team have now completed more than 1000 transfers since inception in April 2021. Our Paediatric Intensive Care Unit supports a wide range of medical and surgical specialties, major trauma, education and research. We are the regional centre for paediatric surgery, with a 13 bedded PICU and a 40 cot neonatal unit. Paediatric cardiac surgery, paediatric transplantation and craniofacial are the only subspecialties not offered on site. There are close links with the University Department of Paediatrics and the Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care UnitCUH, together with Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Foundation Trust and Cambridge University are well on the way in developments to build a new Cambridge Childrens Hospital on the Bio medical campus. Work is underway with the building expected to open in 2028. Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for these posts.

Person Specification

Shortlisting

Essential

• Questions
• Standards
• Professionalism
• Clinical Skills
• Specialty Specific Skills related to post
• Commitment to Clinical Governance/Improving quality of patient care
• Communication Skills
• Personal Skills
• Understanding of the NHS
• Commitment to ongoing Professional Development

Person Specification Shortlisting Essential Questions Standards Professionalism Clinical Skills Specialty Specific Skills related to post Commitment to Clinical Governance/Improving quality of patient care Communication Skills Personal Skills Understanding of the NHS Commitment to ongoing Professional Development

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior midwife who is passionate about patient safety, effective operational leadership and the delivery of safe, kind and excellent care. Working closely with the Midwifery Manager of the Day, the postholder will provide visible clinical and operational leadership across maternity services, including during nights, weekends and bank holidays.

You will support the safe coordination of maternity activity, staffing and patient flow. They will provide senior advice and direction to clinical teams, respond to emerging operational pressures and ensure that concerns relating to capacity, acuity, staffing and safety are identified, escalated and managed appropriately.

You will be a calm, credible and approachable leader who can make effective decisions in complex and rapidly changing situations. You will work collaboratively with maternity teams, ward and area managers, the Trust Operations Centre and the wider multidisciplinary team to maintain safe services and support the best possible experience and outcomes for women, birthing people, babies and families.

The role also provides an opportunity to contribute to service improvement through the monitoring of maternity red flags, staffing redeployments, emergency activity and other safety information.

You need excellent communication, prioritisation and decision-making skills, together with the ability to remain professionally composed while managing competing demands.

Main duties of the job

The Site Safety Midwife will:o Provide visible senior midwifery and operational leadership, with support and direction from the Midwifery Manager of the Day.o Coordinate and oversee maternity staffing, activity, capacity and patient flow, responding promptly to changes in clinical demand.o Assess maternity staffing requirements and support the safe deployment or redeployment of staff according to activity, acuity and service need.o Recognise and escalate concerns relating to staffing, capacity, safeguarding, patient flow and clinical safety.o Work closely with ward and area managers, on-call teams, the Trust Operations Centre and other healthcare providers to maintain safe and effective services.o Support the maternity response to emergency and major-incident arrangements.o Provide specialist clinical and operational advice to colleagues and act as an accessible senior point of support.o Attend relevant site-safety meetings and represent maternity and gynaecology services as required.o Monitor and contribute to data collection relating to maternity red flags, staffing redeployment and emergency activity, using this information to support improvement.o Promote incident reporting, support initial reviews of complaints and safety incidents, and ensure that learning and required actions are communicated appropriately.o Act as a professional role model, promoting high standards of care, professional behaviour and collaborative working.

About us

Come Nurse with us...

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live.

You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.

Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?

o Our values and reputation for outstanding careo Opportunities to experience a range of specialitieso Career and development opportunitieso Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support teamo Research experience and opportunitieso Lovely location and quality of lifeo Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Locum Consultant in Paediatric Rheumatology. This post is available from 04 January 2027 until 02 January 2028.

This is a whole time equivalent (10PA) maternity cover post for a fixed term of 12 month to join the Child and Adolescent East of England Rheumatology Service (CHEERS), an established service delivering Paediatric Rheumatology care for children in the East of England region.

The post will be based at Addenbrooke's Hospital, and it is expected that the post holder will deliver outreach services, within the region, approximately once a week.

CHEERS is actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as well as providing a region wide education and training programme for professionals within our network. The Service leads in national research, and recruit's patients for national and international multi centre collaborative research studies, and there is scope for the applicant to develop their own clinical and research interests. Cambridge is an excellent base for researchers to thrive, and a great place to live.

Main duties of the job

You will provide safe, kind and excellent specialist care to children and young people with rheumatological conditions in the East of England region, delivering this as part of our specialist multidisciplinary team.

You will be fully registered with the GMC and ideally have a CCT in Paediatrics, Paediatric Rheumatology or agreed equivalent. Applications are welcomed from those unable to work full time for personal reasons or those wishing to job-share.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (ODN) is seeking expressions of interest for the role ofClinical Lead on a fixed-term basis for 12 months (2 PAs).

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated neonatal clinician to provide clinical leadership across the network, supporting the delivery of high-quality, safe, equitable, and family-centred neonatal care. The successful applicant will work closely with provider organisations, network colleagues, commissioners, and wider stakeholders to drive service improvement, support implementation of national standards, and improve outcomes for babies and their families.

About us

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Lead will:

• Provide strategic and clinical leadership to the Neonatal ODN.
• Support the delivery of the ODN work programme and strategic objectives.
• Lead the development and implementation of network-wide clinical pathways, guidelines, and standards.
• Promote quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical governance across the network.
• Work collaboratively with neonatal units, maternity services, transport services, and tertiary centres.
• Champion equity of access and reduce unwarranted variation in care and outcomes.
• Support workforce development, education, and training initiatives.
• Represent the ODN at regional and national meetings as require.

Essential Criteria

Applicants should:

• Hold a substantive consultant post in Neonatology or Paediatrics with a significant neonatal practice.
• Be registered with the General Medical Council and hold a Licence to Practise.
• Demonstrate experience of clinical leadership and service development.
• Have a strong track record in quality improvement, governance, or network working.
• Possess excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Be committed to improving outcomes and experiences for babies and their families.