Charge Nurse - Specialist Oncology Services

Nhs Greater Glasgow And Clyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Assistance programme

Cycle to Work

Bursary scheme

Learning and development opportunities

NHS Pension Scheme

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse to join the inpatient nursing team as a Charge Nurse in Specialist Oncology Services at Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre.

The role provides leadership and clinical oversight to a team delivering holistic cancer care across urological, colorectal and neuro-endocrine patients, including those receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy and radiotherapy.

Qualifications

• Must hold First Level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Post-registration nursing experience required.
• Oncology experience desirable.
• Leadership or supervisory experience desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and numeracy skills.
• Ability to provide evidence-based patient care within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of professional, legal and ethical nursing standards.
• Commitment to CPD and staff support.
• Ability to fulfil the requirements outlined within the job description.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and coordinate safe, evidence-based care for a defined patient group.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care with patient, families and carers involved.
• Maintain patient records in line with NMC standards and support learning and appraisals.
• Lead nursing practice, assist in recruitment and rostering, manage resources and deputise for Ward Manager.

Skills

NMC registration

Post-registration experience

Oncology experience

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Numeracy

Evidence-based care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Professional ethics

CPD commitment

Education

NMC registration

Job description

Charge Nurse - Specialist Oncology Services

Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)

Job reference: 261525

Employment type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 36

Location: Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre

Department: Specialist Oncology Services

Employer (NHS Board): NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde

Job closing date: 08/11/2026

The role:

The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Registered Nurse to join the inpatient nursing team as a Charge Nurse. This is a specialist oncology nursing role providing comprehensive, holistic care to patients throughout their cancer journey. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Charge Nurse and Lead Nurse, delivering high-quality patient care while providing leadership and support to the wider nursing team. The ward predominantly cares for patients with urological, colorectal and neuro‑endocrine cancers who may be receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiotherapy and other associated cancer treatments.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Permanent Role - 36 Hours

Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre

12 Hour Rotational Shift

Key responsibilities:

As Charge Nurse, you will provide clinical leadership and coordinate the delivery of safe, effective and evidence‑based care for a defined patient group. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care while ensuring patients, families and carers are actively involved in decision‑making. The post holder will maintain patient records in accordance with NMC standards, act within professional, legal and ethical frameworks, and support patients to manage their health and wellbeing. You will create a positive learning environment, support staff development and TURAS appraisals, contribute to quality improvement initiatives and lead nursing practice within the ward. The role also includes managerial responsibilities such as supporting workforce planning and rostering, managing resources and equipment, maintaining infection control standards, participating in recruitment and selection activities, and deputising for the Ward Manager when required.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• First Level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Post‑registration nursing experience.
• Oncology experience desirable but not essential.
• Leadership or supervisory experience desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and numeracy skills.
• Ability to provide evidence‑based patient care within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of professional, legal and ethical standards relating to nursing practice.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and staff support.
• Ability to fulfil the requirements outlined within the job description.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit SchemeDevelopment opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

For an informal discussion, please contact: Lesley Haldane, Senior Charge Nurse, 0141 301 7606, [e-mail]

Information for candidates

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer.