Interim Cancer Recovery Director - Healthcare Organisation – Start ASAP – circa 12 Months – NHS Band 9
We are confidentially supporting a healthcare organisation in their search for an Interim Cancer Recovery Director to lead the delivery, improvement and transformation of cancer performance and pathways.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the post holder will be accountable for developing and delivering an integrated Cancer Recovery Programme, driving sustainable improvement against national cancer standards, and improving outcomes for local populations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design, governance, and delivery of the Cancer Recovery Programme.
Develop and implement an integrated cancer improvement plan across pathways.
Drive pathway transformation, leftshift models, and quality improvement.
Prioritise and resource programmes to maximise impact and value.
Ensure financial viability and sustainable delivery.
Work collaboratively with system partners, including community services, primary care, the ICB and regional teams.
Provide assurance and updates to senior leaders and system stakeholders.
Experience Required
Senior healthcare leader with strong cancer performance and transformation experience.
Proven track record of delivering sustainable improvement at scale.
Excellent systemworking and stakeholder engagement skills.
Quality Improvement qualification.
Valuesdriven, inclusive and compassionate leadership style.
How to Apply – If you would like to apply for this Interim Cancer Recovery Director position, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV that supports the criteria set out in the person specification as well as your contact details, availability, and desired rate. Due to the number of applications, we are currently receiving for roles, we will only be in contact with candidates who meet the required criteria to discuss the role further.
Please submit your CV along with a Supporting Statement addressing the person specification criteria, evidencing how you meet the criteria.
Detail any employment or education gaps.
Be ready to provide the names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees; one should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted for those proceeding to final stages. We will always gain your permission before we contact referees.
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