Senior Grade Genetic Counsellor with a special interest in Children, Adolescent and Young Adult (CAYA) Cancer Genetics

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the post is to provide increased access to genetic testing and counselling to children adolescents and young adults with cancer and their families.

This post is within the CHI Genetic Counselling Team and will support the care of patients who attend the National Childrens Cancer Service (NCCS) and the National Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Network.

This post will contribute to the provision of a comprehensive high quality genetic counselling service by carrying out the duties and responsibilities of a Genetic Counsellor:

• Comprehend the medical facts of a patients case including the diagnosis probable course of the disorder and the available management
• Appreciate the way in which heredity contributes to the disorder and the risk of recurrence in specified relatives
• Understand the options for dealing with the risk of recurrence playing a vital role in providing one off and ongoing support to patients and their families in choosing the course of action most appropriate to them
• Support patients/families in making the best possible adjustment to the disorder/risk of the disorder

Essential Criteria:

Candidates must on the latest date for receiving completed applications possess:

• An Approved Master of Science degree in Genetic/Genomic Counselling

OR

• Attainment of the NHS Scientific Training Programme (STP) in Genomic Counselling

OR

• A qualification recognised for professional registration via the grandfather clause by the GCRAB/AHCS or an equivalent overseas Genetic Counselling Board/Regulatory Body AND hold current registration with that Genetic Counselling Board/Regulatory Body

AND

• At least 3 years full time equivalent post qualification clinical experience
• Maintain live registration on the AHCS register (attained via the Genetic Counsellor Registration Advisory Board) or an equivalent Genetic Counselling Board/Regulatory Body covering the region.*

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV this forms part of your application and CVs will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is by 26th of November by 23:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on by clicking Apply for Job.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this post please contact Claire Giffney on

For other queries relating to this recruitment process please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below youll find the list of commencement dates for 2025.

• January 12th 2026 ( Corporate Induction NCHD rotation )
• February 9th 2026
• March 9th 2026

Required Experience:

Senior IC