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Job summary

Main area
Gynae
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 15 hours per week
Job ref
209-A-26-8340358
Employer
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Macclesfield District
Town
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
Salary
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata (subject to job matching)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
09/11/2026 23:59

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East Cheshire NHS Trust logo

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Gynae Oncology

NHS AfC: Band 7

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

 

Job overview

**subject to job matching**

Are you an experienced RGN with a minimum of five years post registration experience with a high level of expertise in Gynaecology. If so you may be the person we are looking for to join our team. The post is permanent Band 7.

 

East Cheshire NHS Trust is committed to providing high standard and equitable services for cancer patients in primary, secondary care.  The successful applicant will be working within a Multidisciplinary team in providing care to patients on at every stage of their disease trajectory from pre-diagnosis to treatment and follow-up. You will part of  an extended, cohesive team consisting of Consultants in Gynaecology, Oncology, Chemotherapy, and Specialist Nurses.

 

You should be willing to undertake further study to Masters level and have excellent examination and communication skills.  Desirable qualifications include level II/III Oncology Nursing study and relevant teaching experience.

 

Hours per week: 15

 

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)


For Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

To assist and support the multidisciplinary team in the provision of a specialist nursing service in the hospital for those patients with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of gynaecological cancer.  The post holder will additionally support patients undergoing treatment and provide a service to facilitate and maintain an optimum quality of life for both patients and their relatives.  In doing this the post holder will work within the policies of East Cheshire NHS Trust and the guidance provided by the National service Frameworks and other guidelines to ensure that a high standard of patient care is provided.

Professional

  • To provide support to patients and their families from the notification of a diagnosis of cancer onwards.
  • To assist in the provision of physical, psychological and social care to this patient group by using analytical and judgement skills to interpret/develop a problem solving approach.
  • To provide support and information to patients to enable them to make informed decisions regarding treatment and care.

Clinical

  • Supports the planning and development of clinical protocols for specialist area.
  • Works autonomously to manage his/her own caseload of patients whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team without direct medical supervision.
  • Enables patient choice and involvement and initiates appropriate action.
  • Coordinates and develops patient care pathway and liaises across organisational boundaries

Working for our organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. 

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. 

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • RGN/RN/RSCN
  • Nursing Degree
  • Evidence of Masters level education or working towards
  • Teaching/ mentoring qualification or working towards
  • Evidence of CPD
Desirable criteria
  • Non medical prescriber
  • Communication/ counselling skills training

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area.
  • Detailed awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area.

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Good communication/listening skills
  • Facilitative, supportive working style
  • Ability to effectively coordinate and prioritise activities
  • Advocate of multidisciplinary team working
  • Good organisation skills
  • Ability to lead and influence colleagues on the wards and in the community
  • Able to make appropriate decisions
  • Committed to developing individual staff and teams
  • Clinical examination and diagnostics

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Substantial experience in oncology
  • Experience of planning and completing audit / research.
  • Experience of teaching and mentoring of staff.
  • Experience of undertaking projects
  • Experience of implementing change

Specific Job Requirements

Essential criteria
  • Positive and enthusiastic
  • Able to cope with pressure
  • Supportive to colleagues
  • Confident
  • Self-motivated
  • Commitment to further clinical development

Other

Essential criteria
  • Knowledge of NHS England
  • Knowledge of Organisational Clinical Governance

Further Information

Essential criteria
  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Please note that this is a non-scoring question

Other Role Requirements

Essential criteria
  • Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Trust IDApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyPositive about disabled peopleAge positiveDisability confident leaderInvestors in People: GoldImproving working livesArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)Care quality commission - GoodStonewall equality policy. Equality and justice for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people.Step into healthArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Aaron Barnicott
Job title
Operational Manager - Women and Children's
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01625 663804
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