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Job summary

Main area
Oncology
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 33 hours per week (set days could be considered in conjunction with existing team work plans)
Job ref
223-NSO-706
Employer
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Town
Shrewsbury
Salary
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum/pro rota
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
17/09/2026 23:59

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust logo

Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist

NHS AfC: Band 7

Job overview

Due to retirement within our existing Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) team we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Oncology Nurse to join a well-established and supportive team to provide excellent clinical care for Uro-Oncology patients. 

A high level of previous Oncology knowledge and experience will be required for this post but we are happy to support and train the right person.  The successful applicant will be joining an established and supportive team. 

Set working days can be considered and happy to consider part time working or job share.  

Main duties of the job

  • To function as an expert clinical practitioner within the oncology treatment and outpatient service.
  • To act as patient key worker across the oncology treatment pathway, including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or supportive treatments
  • To undertake oncology clinic review of patients for specific cancer sites
  • Co-ordinate and manage transitions of care and support for the patient and family/carer across the oncology treatment pathway.    
  • Provide expert nursing advice and support to other health professionals.  
  • Deliver specific programmes of education, and training to health care professionals.
  • In collaboration with /department / Nurse Managers and Consultants, develop standards of care and patient 
    oncology treatments pathways that reflect national guidance.
  • To be pro-active in seeking to improve the service, working with key disciplines to continuously improve waiting times and access to treatment, admission avoidance and patient flow.      
  • The post holder will primarily work Monday to Friday office hours but will participate in out of hours working where necessary to support service delivery

Working for our organisation

Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team —  clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising  individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a  meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person specification

Experience and knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Significant post registration experience within the NHS
  • Experience of working as a CNS
  • Experience of working at B6 within oncology area
  • Advanced experience and knowledge of oncology treatments, side effects and patient assessment skills
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge and experience of developing, implementing and reviewing policy and guidance
  • Experience working with uro-oncology patients

Education and Professional Development

Essential criteria
  • NMC registered
  • Degree or evidence of working at degree level or willingness to do so
  • 998 (equiv) and evidence of supporting others with individual professional development
  • Specialist oncology/chemotherapy course or evidence of relevant clinical experience
Desirable criteria
  • Experience with service development/improvement
  • Experience of attending relevant local, network, national meetings/forums relevant to oncology

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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.

Application numbers

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.

Documents to download

Apply online now

Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Angela Cooper
Job title
Matron for Oncology & Haematology
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01743 2612356

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Anchorage Avenue
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
Telephone
01743 492402