Cancer Improvement Lead (Band 8c equivalent)
NHS Trust | Interim Assignment
Location: South East (hybrid)
Day Rate: Competitive
Duration: 6–9 months (initial)


We are supporting an NHS Trust to appoint an experienced Cancer Improvement Lead to drive performance improvement across cancer pathways during a critical period of transformation.


This role requires a hands-on, delivery-focused individual who can work closely with operational teams in a project-led capacity, using data and insight to identify challenges, implement change, and improve performance against key targets.


Key Responsibilities:
*Work alongside operational and clinical teams to assess current cancer pathway performance
*Analyse PTL, RTT and cancer data to identify risks, bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement
*Lead targeted improvement initiatives to enhance patient flow, reduce backlogs and improve compliance
*Apply structured project methodologies to deliver measurable and sustainable outcomes
*Support the Trust’s upcoming EPR implementation, ensuring pathway improvements align with future system design
*Provide clear reporting, governance and stakeholder engagement at senior level


Key Requirements:
*Strong experience in cancer services improvement within the NHS
*Proven ability to deliver performance improvement in a project or transformation capacity
*Advanced analytical skills, with experience working directly with operational datasets
*Ability to influence and work collaboratively with operational, clinical and executive stakeholders
*Experience supporting or working alongside system implementations is highly desirable
*Background in consultancy, transformation or interim leadership roles preferred


This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in improving cancer services while supporting a major digital transformation programme.


To find out more or apply, please get in touch.