Clinical Lead - Oncology

Clinical Lead - Oncology

The Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle.

£50,000 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification).

The Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and visionary Oncology Clinical Lead to join The Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle. This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll have the opportunity to shape and grow our oncology service, lead a highly skilled multidisciplinary team and drive excellence in patient care.

Combining clinical leadership, service development and commercial growth, you’ll play a key role in building our oncology team, developing new consultant partnerships and referral pathways, and expanding our services for private and insured patients.

We’re looking for an entrepreneurial and forward-thinking leader with the vision, drive and passion for innovation to take our oncology service to the next level. This is a full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

• Lead the delivery of safe and effective care to oncology patients, including those undergoing chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, radiotherapy, and palliative care.
• Ensure adherence to national oncology guidelines (e.g., UKONS, NICE), protocols, and treatment pathways.
• Oversee compliance with all regulatory, professional, and organisational standards, including those from CQC, HIS, HIW, and the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Provide clinical supervision, coaching, and mentorship for nurses and support staff, promoting ongoing professional development.
• Work with consultants, pharmacy, and external partners to streamline services and enhance the patient experience.
• Promote a compassionate and personalised approach to care, respecting the physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of cancer patients and their families.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Specialist experience in oncology nursing, including SACT administration.
• Recognised Level 6 university-accredited qualification in SACT, with previous experience leading or managing an oncology unit or cancer centre.
• chemotherapy competency). Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Excellent clinical decision-making, communication, and coordination skills.
• Working knowledge of clinical governance, cancer pathways, and patient safety principles.

Salary & Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Non-contributory life insurance
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities …and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles…and more.

We’re passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally.

Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy:

At Circle Health Group, we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible and outstanding. As the UK’s largest private hospital group, with over 50 locations nationwide, Circle Health Group bring world-class consultants, cutting edge facilities, and care without the wait. Your health, your choice – we make it happen. We’re also passionate about out people. With private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer, we give our teams everything they need to thrive. Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare.

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