Deputy Clinical Services Manager – Oncology

Position Overview

Job Title: Deputy Clinical Services Manager – Oncology
Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
Location: The Harbour Hospital, Poole
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time (37.5 hours per week, flexible shift pattern)
Salary: Up to £50,000.00 per year (commensurate with experience, training, and qualifications)

About Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we specialize in connecting exceptional oncology and clinical nursing leaders with premier independent healthcare providers. We are proud to partner with Circle Health Group—Britain’s leading independent healthcare provider—to recruit a dedicated and experienced Deputy Clinical Services Manager for the Oncology department at The Harbour Hospital in Poole.

Key Responsibilities

Work clinically as part of the active rota, providing expert clinical oversight and supporting the oncology nursing team during shifts.
Ensure the unit operates safely, efficiently, and effectively, upholding the highest standards of patient-centered care at all times.
Act as the key point of contact and operational leader in the absence of the Clinical Services Manager.
Oversee workforce management by assisting with daily staff allocation, rotas, and managing safe staffing levels and skill mix across the unit.
Support the recruitment, onboarding, and retention of nursing and support personnel.
Oversee the fair and efficient management of annual leave, study leave, and sickness absence.

Candidate Requirements

Registration: Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid, active NMC registration.
Experience: Significant background working within a ward, inpatient, critical care, or specialized clinical environment, backed by prior leadership or supervisory experience.
Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of governance, patient safety, and clinical protocols, alongside exceptional communication, organization, and leadership capabilities.
Desirable Criteria: Postgraduate qualification in a relevant specialty or critical care nursing; leadership or management qualification; ILS/ALS certification; previous experience working in private healthcare or multi-specialty inpatient settings.

Salary & Comprehensive Benefits

Competitive Salary: Up to £50,000.00 per year.
Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 30 days with service.
Healthcare & Pension: Private Pension Scheme and Private Healthcare Scheme covering pre-existing medical conditions.
Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay, plus family and friends hospital discounts.
Wellbeing & Security: Non-contributory life insurance, staff wellbeing resources, and an engagement hub packed with exclusive rewards and discounts.
Professional Growth: Industry-leading training, continuous professional development, and career advancement programs.