Clinical fellow in Haematology and Oncology

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Clinical Fellow in Haematology and Oncology at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC). The post is a permanent full-time position with an on-call SHO rota at BHOC.

The successful candidate will join ward teams in Oncology and Haematology, participate in education, governance and research, and work across the BHOC services to support patient care in a large cancer network.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification.
• MRCP.
• ALS.
• Undertaken additional teaching courses or qualification.
• GMC registration.
• Completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent.
• Up to date fit and practise safely.
• Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC Good Medical Practice).
• No unexplained career gaps.
• Minimum 2 years NHS experience working as a doctor.
• Haematology or Oncology experience.
• Experience of managing acutely unwell patients.

Responsibilities

• Join ward teams in Oncology and Haematology, with time in SDEC.
• Contribute to the on call SHO rota in BHOC.
• Assist in delivering Haematology and Oncology work and participate in education, governance and research.
• Join enthusiastic and motivated teams.

Skills

Good English

Communication

Education

MBBS or equivalent

MRCP

ALS

Teaching courses/qualification

Job description

Main area Clinical Fellow Haematology / Oncology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 40 hours per week (The post holders will be required to contribute to the on call SHO rota in BHOC) Job ref 387-SPS2275-KC

Employer Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC) Town Bristol Salary £55,355 pa pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 20/11/2026 23:59

Clinical fellow in Haematology and Oncology

NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow

North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1 st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.

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Job overview

Clinical Fellow (F2/ST1-2) – Haematology and Oncology

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust are pleased to offer a position for a Clinical Fellow in Haematology and Oncology at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC).

The BHOC provides Oncology and Haematology services to the former Avon, Somerset and Wiltshire Cancer Network with a catchment population of approximately 2.2 million people. The BHOC houses D603, the inpatient oncology ward, D703, the inpatient haematology, BMT and IEC (immune effector cell therapy) unit and the regional teenage and young adult (TYA) inpatient unit, Area 61, as well as the Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit where we receive direct admissions of unwell haematology and oncology patients. The BHOC is also the home of the Radiotherapy department, chemotherapy day unit providing a full range of treatments, the University of Bristol Palliative Medicine group, BHOC Clinical Psychology, the TYA Day Unit and a large Clinical Trials Unit.

There is a 32 bedded Oncology ward incorporating 5 teenage and young adult (TYA) beds and two protected sealed/unsealed source rooms, an out-patient suite and a chemotherapy day unit and radiotherapy unit for oncology patients. The Haematology Unit consists of a 24 bedded ward and day units for patients with both malignant and non-malignant disorders. The Bristol Haemophilia Comprehensive Care Centre and Bone Marrow Transplant service are based on the unit.

Interview Date: W/C 23rd November 2026.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will join our ward teams, based in Oncology but will also have some time working in both areas and on our SDEC unit. The post holders will be required to contribute to the on call SHO rota in BHOC which is a mix of nights, long days, twilights and weekends at varying frequency throughout their time here at BHOC.

The successful applicant will assist in delivering the work of the Haematology and Oncology teams and will have the opportunity to contribute to continuing education, clinical governance and research within the Division, Directorate and Trust. The successful candidate will join existing teams who are enthusiastic and motivated.

Working for our organisation

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description for a more detailed overview of the main responsibilities and person specification for this post

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
• MRCP
• ALS
• Undertaken additional teaching courses or qualification

Knowledge and Experience

• GMC registration
• Completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent
• Up to date fit and practise safely
• Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC Good Medical Practice)
• No unexplained career gaps
• Minimum 2 years NHS experience working as a doctor
• Haematology or Oncology experience
• Experience of managing acutely unwell patients

Skills and Abilities

• Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues

Additional and Aptitudes

• Ability to maintain good relationships and communication with patients
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues
• Demonstrates professional behaviour and probity

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

• As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

• The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.

• BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

• To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.

• If you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check to ensure you are eligible under the UKVI points based system.

• The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.

• By applying for this post, you are agreeing to Bristol NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job, information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system.

IMPORTANT:

Please note that if you apply for a position with this Trust, you may be contacted via Trac or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your Trac account and email accounts. We may also contact you by texting the mobile number, if provided, on the application form.

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.

As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.

When providing employment reference details, please provide correct work-related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your referee must all be known to you in a line manager or professional lead capacity.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.