Cancer Services Project Officer

NHS; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a motivated Cancer Services Project Officer to enhance patient outcomes in cancer care across Somerset. The position focuses on improving early diagnosis and coordinating key initiatives, requiring strong analytical and project management skills. If you are passionate about making a difference in cancer care, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in project management or healthcare improvement.
• Ability to analyze performance data and facilitate workshops.
• Engagement with patients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of cancer service improvement projects.
• Coordinate initiatives to streamline cancer pathways.
• Provide high-quality project and administrative support.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Educated to Diploma/Degree level

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Cancer Services Project Officer to join our dynamic Cancer Services team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. In this vital role, you will support the delivery of patient-centred service improvement projects focused on the early diagnosis of cancer, in line with the NHS Faster Diagnosis Framework. Working across Yeovil District Hospital and Musgrove Park Hospital, you will coordinate initiatives that streamline urgent suspected cancer pathways, ensuring patients receive a confirmed diagnosis or have cancer ruled out within 28 days of referral. If you are passionate about improving patient outcomes, driving innovation in cancer care, and making a tangible difference in the lives of people across Somerset, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As Cancer Services Project Officer, you will play a central role in supporting the delivery of service improvement projects aimed at the earlier detection and diagnosis of cancer. Working closely with clinical and operational teams across Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, you will coordinate initiatives that streamline cancer pathways, reduce delays, and align with national standards. Your responsibilities will include analysing performance data, facilitating workshops, engaging with patients and stakeholders, and supporting the implementation of innovative, patient-centred solutions. You will also provide high-quality project and administrative support across multiple workstreams, ensuring timely progress, effective communication, and the sustained delivery of improvements that enhance outcomes for patients across Yeovil District Hospital and Musgrove Park Hospital.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Educated to Diploma/Degree level or equivalent experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.