Cancer Navigator

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Cancer Navigator to support patients through their cancer pathway, coordinating referrals, investigations and treatment to align with national standards.

The role focuses on tracking pathways (2WW referrals), data entry on PAS and Somerset Cancer Registry, and liaising with clinicians to ensure timely care while maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Science, English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of confidentiality importance.
• Knowledge of anatomical/medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Act as a patient navigator, tracking each patient's pathway in line with national guidance.
• Enter accurate data into the Patient Access System and Somerset Cancer Database following policies.
• Support compliance with Clinical Governance and Risk Management standards.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Confidentiality

Medical terminology

Education

GCSEs in Science, English & Maths (C or above)

Tools

PAS

Somerset Cancer Registry

Job description

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Cancer Navigator

The closing date is 10 November 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Lung Cancer Service for a Cancer Navigator in the interim on a fixed term. This pivotal administrative role supports patients throughout their cancer pathway, helping to ensure timely progression from referral through diagnosis and treatment in line with national cancer standards and targets.

Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role

Interview Date - 25th November 2026

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating and monitoring patient pathways, including Two-Week Wait (2WW) referrals, surveillance and screening initiatives. Working closely with Respiratory Consultants, Oncologist, Imaging department, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Cancer Managers, MDT Coordinators, and other healthcare professionals, you will help ensure patients receive timely investigations, diagnoses, and treatment while maintaining excellent communication and support throughout their journey.

You will be responsible for tracking patient pathways, coordinating appointments and investigations, liaising with patients and healthcare professionals, escalating pathway delays where appropriate, and maintaining accurate records on Trust systems, including Patient Administration System (PAS), Somerset Cancer Registry, and other relevant databases.

About us

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.

Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.

Job responsibilities

• Act as a patient navigator, tracking each patients pathway in line with national guidance
• Enter accurate data into the Patient Access System and Somerset Cancer Database, following patient access policies and Consultant instruction Contribute as an active member supporting the delivery of Trust objectives
• Support the Trusts compliance with Clinical Governance and Risk Management standards.

Use of specialist cancer systems such as Somerset for pathway tracking, data entry, and reporting

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

• Science, English and Maths GCSEs at C or above (or equivalent)
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of importance of confidentiality
• Knowledge of anatomical / medical terminology

Experience

• Experience of using a range of IT packages
• NHS experience
• Experience of working in a healthcare environment
• Experience of data entry into information management systems

Skills

• Excellent communication skills - communicate effectively and sensitively
• Follow detailed protocols and procedures
• Good time management and excellent prioritisation skills
• Good use of initiative
• Well developed organisational skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Good IT skills in relation to current databases used within the NHS

Personal and people development

• Work on own or as part of a team
• Self motivated
• Be confident, diplomatic and have personal & professional maturity.
• Polite and courteous
• Initiative and common sense Commitment to personal development

Communiction

• Clear, accurate written and verbal communication
• Effective listening skills Good interpersonal skills

Specific requirements

• Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
• Demonstrate reliabilty and commitment

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.

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

£25,760 to £27,476 a yearper annum pro rata