Head and Neck Oncology Support Nurse | East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust

East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in England is seeking a Head and Neck Oncology Support Nurse for a maternity leave cover. The role involves supporting cancer patients, attending multidisciplinary team meetings, and collaborating with various healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will have a strong patient care background and experience in oncology settings. Join a compassionate team committed to high-quality care.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Support for work-life balance

Compassionate care environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with Head and Neck cancer patients is preferred.
• Ability to provide support and care in clinical settings.
• Engagement with multidisciplinary teams is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head and Neck Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• Attend weekly MDT meetings.
• Provide care to patients in clinics and wards.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Collaboration

Job description

Head and Neck Oncology Support Nurse – Maternity Leave Cover

We are recruiting for a Head and Neck Oncology Support Nurse who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients.

This will be a 12 month fixed term maternity leave cover.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with patients with a confirmed diagnosis of Head and Neck cancers.
• Support the Head and Neck Clinical Nurse Specialist, caring for ENT, Maxillo‑Facial and Thyroid patients.
• Attend the weekly Head and Neck MDT meeting as a core member of the team.
• Provide care and support to Head and Neck cancer patients and families mainly in clinics, ward or telephone.
• Work closely with the Speech and Swallowing Therapy Team and the Macmillan Dietitian.
• Provide advice to other health care professionals regarding complex symptoms and concerns.
• Help facilitate support groups for patients and carers.

Why Join Us

East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is proud of our high‑quality, compassionate care. We value flexibility, innovation, and a patient‑led approach. We offer flexible working patterns and support for work‑life balance.

Hospitals:

• The Lister Hospital, Stevenage
• New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City
• Hertford County, Hertford
• Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC), Northwood

For more details, see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack.

This advert closes on Thursday 4 Dec 2025.