The closing date is 25 December 2025
Salary
£46,419 to £55,046 a year pa inclusive
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced Chemotherapy Nurse (Band 6) to join our dedicated oncology team. In this pivotal role, you will deliver expert, patient-centred care as a named nurse for a defined group of patients, ensuring the highest standards of practice in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code and Trust guidelines.
As a Chemotherapy Nurse, you will:
- Provide specialist care and clinical leadership within the ward or department.
- Safely administer chemotherapy and intravenous treatments in accordance with Trust protocols.
- Support the Ward Manager by deputising when required and managing complex clinical situations.
- Maintain up-to-date specialist knowledge and act as a role model for best practice.
- Mentor and supervise junior staff, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and clinical governance initiatives, including audits and risk management.
- Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team to enhance the patient experience.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated nurse who is passionate about oncology care and committed to continuous improvement. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
We are offering permanent roles and fixed term roles.
Main duties of the job
- Provide positive clinical leadershipWork collaboratively with the senior nurse team to promote high standards of specialist nursing care and support. Deputise for the line manager within the speciality, managing complex situations and taking appropriate action in a variety of settings.
- Ensure effective ward/department managementSupport the senior nurse team in maintaining the smooth running of the clinical area and uphold high standards of care.
- Act as a professional role modelDemonstrate flexibility in approach, providing both direct and indirect clinical care, and contributing to teaching and research activities.
- Maintain expert oncology nursing practiceKeep up to date with developments in the speciality, complete mandatory and annual training, and utilise specialist skills and knowledge to deliver safe, effective care.
- Support the Ward ManagerAssist in the safe, efficient management of the ward and deputise in their absence to ensure continuity of leadership.
- Promote a learning environmentEncourage and participate in the supervision and teaching of junior staff and new team members, including nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse (level 1)
- Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience in oncology nursing
- Recognised chemotherapy course or equivalent.
- Mentorship course
Desirable
- Has attained or is willing to work towards Degree/Bsc in Nursing.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience in people management and improving the patient experience
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Competency in medication administration including IV drugs and chemotherapy certification
- IT skills including use of email and Microsoft Office packages.
- Engages in reflective practice to facilitate learning and improvement in self and others
Desirable
- Ability to appraise staff and willingness to learn new skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).