Clinical Nurse Specialist - Gynae Oncology

East Cheshire; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

East Cheshire NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Gynae Oncology. The role is a part-time, permanent Band 7 post based in Macclesfield.

You will join a multidisciplinary team in delivering specialist cancer care from pre-diagnosis through treatment and follow-up, with opportunities for Masters-level study. The position requires an experienced RGN with strong leadership, teaching and clinical examination skills, and a commitment to developing staff and protocols within NHS

Qualifications

• RGN/RN/RSCN registration is required.
• Nursing degree is required.
• Evidence of Masters level education or working towards is expected.
• Teaching/mentoring qualification or working towards is desirable.
• Evidence of CPD is expected.
• Non medical prescriber status encouraged.
• Communication/counselling skills training is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist nursing service for patients with suspected or confirmed gynae cancer.
• Support patients and families from diagnosis onwards.
• Develop and implement clinical protocols for the service.
• Coordinate care pathways and liaise across organisational boundaries.

Skills

Coordination

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Organisational skills

Leadership

Decision making

Staff development

Clinical examinations

Education

RGN/RN/RSCN

Nursing degree

Masters level education or working towards

Teaching/mentoring qualification or working towards

CPD evidence

Non medical prescriber

Communication/counselling training

Job description

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Gynae Oncology

NHS AfC: Band 7

Main area Gynae Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 15 hours per week Job ref 209-A-26-8340358

Site Macclesfield District Town Victoria Road, Macclesfield Salary £49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata (subject to job matching) Salary period Yearly Closing 09/11/2026 23:59

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Job overview

**subject to job matching**

Are you an experienced RGN with a minimum of five years post registration experience with a high level of expertise in Gynaecology. If so you may be the person we are looking for to join our team. The post is permanent Band 7.

East Cheshire NHS Trust is committed to providing high standard and equitable services for cancer patients in primary, secondary care. The successful applicant will be working within a Multidisciplinary team in providing care to patients on at every stage of their disease trajectory from pre-diagnosis to treatment and follow-up. You will part of an extended, cohesive team consisting of Consultants in Gynaecology, Oncology, Chemotherapy, and Specialist Nurses.

You should be willing to undertake further study to Masters level and have excellent examination and communication skills. Desirable qualifications include level II/III Oncology Nursing study and relevant teaching experience.

For Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

To assist and support the multidisciplinary team in the provision of a specialist nursing service in the hospital for those patients with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of gynaecological cancer. The post holder will additionally support patients undergoing treatment and provide a service to facilitate and maintain an optimum quality of life for both patients and their relatives. In doing this the post holder will work within the policies of East Cheshire NHS Trust and the guidance provided by the National service Frameworks and other guidelines to ensure that a high standard of patient care is provided.

Professional

• To provide support to patients and their families from the notification of a diagnosis of cancer onwards.
• To assist in the provision of physical, psychological and social care to this patient group by using analytical and judgement skills to interpret/develop a problem solving approach.
• To provide support and information to patients to enable them to make informed decisions regarding treatment and care.

Clinical

• Supports the planning and development of clinical protocols for specialist area.
• Works autonomously to manage his/her own caseload of patients whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team without direct medical supervision.
• Enables patient choice and involvement and initiates appropriate action.
• Coordinates and develops patient care pathway and liaises across organisational boundaries

Working for our organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing your application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Person specification

Qualifications

• RGN/RN/RSCN
• Nursing Degree
• Evidence of Masters level education or working towards
• Teaching/ mentoring qualification or working towards
• Evidence of CPD
• Non medical prescriber
• Communication/ counselling skills training

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area.
• Detailed awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area.

Skills

• Ability to effectively coordinate and prioritise activities
• Advocate of multidisciplinary team working
• Good organisation skills
• Ability to lead and influence colleagues on the wards and in the community
• Able to make appropriate decisions
• Committed to developing individual staff and teams
• Clinical examination and diagnostics

Experience

• Substantial experience in oncology
• Experience of planning and completing audit / research.
• Experience of teaching and mentoring of staff.
• Experience of undertaking projects
• Experience of implementing change

  Specific Job Requirements

  • Positive and enthusiastic
  • Able to cope with pressure
  • Supportive to colleagues
  • Confident
  • Self-motivated
  • Commitment to further clinical development

  Other

  • Knowledge of NHS England
  • Knowledge of Organisational Clinical Governance

  Further Information

  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Please note that this is a non-scoring question

  Other Role Requirements

  • Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question

  We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). In order to facilitate applications from all members of the community the Trust is able to offer services including Braille Applications and Interpreting Services.

  The Trust may close any advertised post before the stated closing date.

  If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

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  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.

  Name Aaron Barnicott Job title Operational Manager - Women and Children's Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01625 663804