Trosolwg o'r swydd

The Assistant Cancer Performance Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality cancer services across the Trust by supporting the implementation of the NHS Cancer Action Plan. This post is responsible for the operational management and leadership of the Cancer Information team, including MDT Coordinators, Cancer Pathway Trackers, Pathway Navigators and the Cancer Booking Team.

The post holder will work closely with the Cancer Performance Manager to monitor and improve cancer pathway performance, contributing to meeting national Cancer Waiting Times (CWT) standards and driving continuous service improvement. In addition to providing day-to-day line management, the role includes responsibility for developing and maintaining robust administrative and data quality processes, implementing standard operating procedures, and ensuring that staff are appropriately trained and supported.

A key function of the role is to deputise for the Cancer Performance Manager, representing the service at internal and external meetings, supporting strategic decision-making, and contributing to service planning and development. The post holder is expected to act with autonomy, use sound judgement in managing complex and sensitive issues, and demonstrate leadership in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

This role requires a proactive and solutions-focused approach, with strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills to support the Trust in delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centred cancer care.

For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities. 

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.

Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon – covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.