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A prestigious healthcare institution in Exeter is seeking Cancer Screening and Early Diagnosis Engagement Practitioners to enhance community cancer screening uptake through collaboration and communication. Successful candidates will engage with diverse populations, analyze data, and support health improvement campaigns. The role offers a full-time, fixed-term contract with extensive benefits including flexible working, generous leave, and a strong commitment to staff well-being.
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role About the Role This is a dynamic and outward-facing role focused on increasing cancer screening uptake across the local population through engagement, communication and collaboration. You will support the development and delivery of evidence-based health improvement campaigns, apply behavioural change methods, and tailor approaches to vulnerable and under-served communities. You will also: - Work with the Cancer Alliance and Primary Care Networks to align activity with early diagnosis and screening priorities. - Develop communication materials, attend events, and deliver training sessions to build awareness and understanding of cancer screening. - Analyse screening uptake data, evaluate campaign impact, and contribute to reports for local and regional stakeholders. - Engage with patients, staff, and community representatives to co-design solutions that improve equitable access to screening services. You will be confident in building relationships, facilitating change, and working with stakeholders at all levels to ensure meaningful, person-centred impact. Contract: 2 year fixed term (from the date of appointment) Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week (full-time) Interview Date: To be confirmed Pay: The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 2025/6 rates, inclusive of a 3.6% pay award which will be implemented later this year. If you join before the implementation date, the pay award will be backdated to your start date. Until then, remuneration will be based on the 2024/5 pay bandings (Pay scales for 2024/25 | NHS Employers) Please note, this is a Fixed Term contract for 2 years from commencement. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity. For further information please contact: Paul Sheward Health Inequalities Project Manager psheward@nhs.net or alternatively the Partnership team directly rduh.partnershipgroup@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.