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Job summary

Main area
Nursing
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
209-A-26-7796090
Employer
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Macclesfield District
Town
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
Salary
£47,810 - £54,710 per annum (subject to job matching)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
24/03/2026 23:59
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Colorectal Cancer Triage Clinical Nurse Specialist

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Band 7 position as a Macmillan Colorectal Specialist Nurse Macclesfield District General Hospital. You will become part of a highly experienced and dedicated team providing comprehensive quality care to the colorectal Patients in this modern district general hospital. You will support patients through triage, diagnostics, diagnosis and into follow-up.
 
Hours per week: 37.5
 

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

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)

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

Main duties of the job

Our team of colorectal specialty nurses provides a high quality service in a safe environment where the needs to each patient are cared for in a professional and holistic manner by using all available specialist knowledge and skills. The wellbeing of all our patients relies on appropriate and timely assessment, investigation, treatment and care.
 
In joining our team, you will bring your skills and passion to provide the highest quality patient-focused care and compassion for our patients. You must be a team player with excellent communications skills and have the ability to work using your own initiative as well as part of the wider team.
 
In return, you will find your contribution is valued and that you are supported through excellent management and a teamwork approach, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team with doctors, Nurses and other health professionals. The successful applicant will possess excellent communication skills, team working skills and knowledge of surgical procedures to join our surgical service. We will support your development in the post through personal development planning, excellent training opportunities and will support you to broaden your experience, skills and knowledge in surgical field.

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 re 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
  • Registered General Nurse
  • First Level degree or relevant qualifications
  • Sign off Mentorship
Desirable criteria
  • MSc (Master of Science) Advanced Practice
  • Advanced Communication/ counselling skills training
  • Teaching qualification/module
  • Masters level study or module in health examination in clinical system/s relevant to clinical area
  • Independent (V300) prescriber

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Advanced knowledge of the pathology of disease and illness processes
  • Advanced knowledge of the effects of the ageing process and needs of vulnerable adults in relation to their health and well-being
  • Understanding of Clinical Governance
  • Evidence of extensive expert professional/clinical knowledge managing acutely unwell patients in the community, primary or acute setting.
  • Knowledge and experience of colorectal nursing and lower GI
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
  • Able to sustain and develop relationships across professional boundaries.
  • Leadership skills and excellent decision making capabilities
  • Ability to work independently
  • Able to effectively manage resources e.g. prescribing
  • Problem-solving, prioritising and delegating appropriately Time management
  • Computer literacy
  • Ability to work logically and complete tasks
  • Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning.
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of local health needs strategies
  • Knowledge of the integration of local and interagency strategies
  • Ability to actively participate at strategic level to highlight clinical needs/gaps and aid in the implementation of service development

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of extensive experience and transferable skills within an advanced practice role within a related setting
  • Surgical/colorectal/oncology experience.
  • Previous experience of managing change and project management
Desirable criteria
  • Ability to lead, influence and develop individuals and teams
  • Proven experience of working as an independent practitioner
  • Evidence of senior community nursing.
  • IRMER trained
  • Experience of leading, planning and completing audit/research.

Other Role Requirements

Essential criteria
  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further role requirements.
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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
Fay Dumbleton
Job title
Lead Colorectal Clinical Nurse Specialist
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01625 656591

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