Band 5 Staff Nurse - Oncology Inpatients

The London Clinic; Esher; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Private medical cover

Pension

Employee assistance programme

Blue Light Card

Cycle to work

Electric car scheme

Subsidised staff restaurant

Recognition programmes

Job summary

The London Clinic is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the Oncology Inpatients team. This permanent role is based at 22 Devonshire Place, London, with 37.5 hours per week on rotation across days, nights and weekends.

You will care for adults across cancer journeys, building trust with patients and families, delivering clinical expertise and compassionate support, with opportunities to develop oncology knowledge and pursue SACT competencies as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and clinically attentive nursing approach.
• Ability to assess patients, prioritise care and recognise changes in condition.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build trusting relationships.
• Experience with IV skills and venous access considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate personalised care meeting physical and emotional needs.
• Support patients receiving chemotherapy and systemic anti-cancer therapies.
• Monitor and manage symptoms and treatment side effects.
• Recognise deterioration and escalate concerns promptly.
• Provide compassionate end of life care and support families.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team and maintain clear communication.
• Maintain infection prevention standards, especially with immunocompromised patients.
• Support students and colleagues to share knowledge.

Skills

Compassionate care

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

IV skills

Education

NMC registration (Adult Nurse)

Job description

Job Title: Staff Nurse, Band 5
Department: Oncology Inpatients
Location: 22 Devonshire Place, W1G
Salary: £40,491 - £51,113 - depending on experience
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: on Rotation to workdays, Nights and Weekends
Contract: Permanent

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our Oncology Inpatients team at The London Clinic. We are particularly interested in hearing from experienced oncology nurses who would like to build on their specialist skills within a supportive team. We also welcome applications from nurses with acute medical experience who can demonstrate a strong interest in cancer care and a commitment to developing within the specialty. Relevant training and development opportunities are available to support this transition.

A little about the role

Based in our dedicated cancer centre, you will care for adults at different stages of their cancer journey, including those receiving active treatment, supportive symptom management and end of life care. You will have the opportunity to build trusting relationships with patients and their families, providing clinical expertise, reassurance and compassionate support when they need it most.

Working alongside experienced nurses, specialist practitioners and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to care that recognises each patient’s individual needs and wishes. With support from our Clinical Practice Educator, you will continue to develop your oncology knowledge and clinical skills, with opportunities to work towards SACT administration competencies where appropriate.

What you'll be doing

• Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating personalised care that meets patients' physical and emotional needs.
• Supporting patients receiving chemotherapy and other systemic anti cancer therapies, working within your competencies and under the supervision of SACT trained colleagues where required.
• Monitoring and managing symptoms and treatment side effects, including pain, fatigue, nausea and anxiety.
• Recognising deterioration and oncology emergencies, responding promptly and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Providing compassionate end of life care, maintaining dignity and comfort while supporting families.
• Working closely with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and maintain clear communication.
• Maintaining high standards of infection prevention, particularly when caring for patients who are immunocompromised.
• Contributing to a supportive learning environment through sharing knowledge and supporting students and colleagues.

What we’re looking for

You will be a compassionate and clinically attentive nurse who understands the importance of both skilled nursing care and sensitive communication. You will bring a collaborative approach, sound judgement and a genuine commitment to supporting people affected by cancer. You will have:

• Current NMC registration as an Adult Nurse.
• Ideally, post registration experience in oncology, with experience of caring for patients undergoing cancer treatment.
• Alternatively, experience in an acute medical ward, alongside a clear interest in oncology and a willingness to undertake specialist training.
• An understanding of the physical and emotional impact of cancer and its treatment on patients and families.
• The ability to assess patients, prioritise care and recognise changes in their condition.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships.
• IV skills, including knowledge of peripheral and central venous access devices, or a willingness to develop the required competencies.
• A commitment to safe, evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.
• Experience in SACT or palliative care would be an advantage.

What you’ll be part of

You will join a team who understand the demands of cancer nursing and the importance of supporting one another. Working alongside experienced nurses, consultants and specialist practitioners, you will have colleagues to learn from, share ideas with and turn to for advice. Whether you bring specialist oncology experience or are developing your skills in cancer care, your contribution will be valued.

At The London Clinic, we care about the people delivering care as much as those receiving it. As an independent charitable hospital, we reinvest in our people and services, supporting learning and development so you can continue to grow. Together, we work to ensure patients and their families feel listened to, understood and cared for throughout their time with us.

Based in our main hospital, you’ll be part of a team delivering care across 234 beds, 10 theatres and a 13-bed intensive care unit. You will work alongside more than 1,300 colleagues in specialist teams and over 700 consultant surgeons and physicians, all united by a shared commitment to high quality, compassionate care.

We are incredibly proud to be the only independent healthcare provider included in the Top 10 of the Financial Times UK Best Employers Survey 2026.

What’s in it for you

• Life insurance: Get life cover worth four times your salary, whether you're full time or part time.
• Private medical cover: Once you've passed probation, our employee medical scheme gives you fast-track access to private healthcare.
• Pension: Join our pension scheme and enjoy matched contributions.
• Employee assistance programme: From stress to practical guidance, our counselling service is available to support you.
• Blue Light Card: Access thousands of discounts across supermarkets, holidays, fashion, technology and days out.
• Cycle to work: Access tax free benefits while supporting a healthier and greener commute.
• Electric car scheme: Make switching to a cleaner vehicle simpler and more affordable.
• Subsidised staff restaurant: Enjoy a variety of tasty and healthy meals at a lower cost.
• Recognition programmes: Celebrate achievements and make sure great work is recognised.

How to find us

Our main hospital is based at: 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW. Located in central London near Harley Street, we are within walking distance of:

• Oxford Circus
• Bond Street
• Baker Street
• Great Portland Street

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy, please contact a member of our recruitment team.

The London Clinic values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. If you have the skills and experience for the role, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process and will make reasonable adjustments where needed. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to support you.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• Current NMC registration as an Adult Nurse.

Experience (Essential)

• Ideally, post registration experience in oncology, with experience of caring for patients undergoing cancer treatment.

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. 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.

Employer details

Employer name: The London Clinic

Address: 22 Devonshire Place, West End, W1G 6JA, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.thelondonclinic.co.uk

For questions about the job, contact:
Resourcing Business Partner, Mita Vadgama, [e-mail], 02079354444

Closing date: 11 November 2026

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