Job vacancy: Assistant Education Hub Manager, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Preston

Job summary

Main area: Administrative and Clerical
Grade: Band 5
Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity Cover post will start 19th November 2026 and will end 17th November 2027 or earlier should the post holder return from maternity leave early)
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Some evening work required)
Job ref: 438-PB5006

Employer: Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Lancashire Teaching Hospitals
Town: Preston
Salary: £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 20/11/2026 23:59

Assistant Education Hub Manager

Band 5

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Assistant Education Manager will support the Education Hub Manager in the day-to-day delivery of cancer education, workforce development and service improvement activities across Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the Cancer Education Hub and will act as the operational lead in the absence of the Education Manager, maintaining continuity of service and supporting the delivery of key objectives.The post holder will be responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of all Cancer Clinical Reference Group (CRG) educational events, ensuring that events are effectively organised, appropriately resourced and delivered to a high standard. This will include liaising with speakers, venue coordination, delegate management, event logistics and attendance at events to ensure they run smoothly and achieve their intended outcomes. Previous experience in event management and administration is essential.The post holder will be responsible for preparing agendas, recording accurate minutes, tracking actions and ensuring documentation is distributed in a timely manner. They will also coordinate the Trust Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Forum in partnership with the Lead Cancer Nurse.Key responsibilities will include:

Supporting the Oncology Education Hub Manager to ensure the smooth running of the Cancer Education Hub and maintaining continuity of service during periods of absence.
Planning, coordinating and delivering all Cancer Clinical Reference Group (CRG) educational events
Attending CRG educational events
Acting as the primary point of contact for the organisation and administration of CRG education activities.
Organising CRG meetings, preparing agendas, recording accurate minutes and distributing meeting papers and action logs in a timely manner.
Coordinating the Trust Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Forum in partnership with the Lead Cancer Nurse.
Providing administrative support to the Cancer Improvement Committee, including agenda preparation, minute-taking and action tracking.
Supporting the coordination of training programmes, conferences, workshops, study days and other educational activities.
Undertaking general administrative duties to support the effective and efficient operation of the Cancer Education Hub

Person specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential criteria

Educated to degree level or equivalent experience at this level
Evidence of continual professional development

Desirable criteria

Project management qualification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential criteria

Experience in data analysis and reporting outcomes
Previous experience of working in a cancer related field
Working knowledge of Cancer and End of Life Services
Previous experience of working in an NHS organisation
Experience in management and coordination of large corporate events
Experience of communicating with third parties/private sectors
Experience of developing relationships with relevant external stakeholders

Desirable criteria

Project development and management experience

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