Paediatric Specialist Oncology Nurse

NHS; Telford; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a clinical specialist to support children and young people with Oncology treatment needs. This part-time role involves assessing patient needs, leading care innovation, and collaborating with various healthcare teams to ensure effective treatment delivery and continuity of care. Ideal candidates will have relevant oncology experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience working within an oncology setting.
• Knowledge of regional and national agenda.
• Palliative care qualification/experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all patients have their needs assessed and programs developed.
• Lead innovation and demonstrate clinical expertise.
• Provide specialist advice ensuring effective continuity of care.

Skills

Experience in oncology setting

Good written and verbal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

RCN BSC or equivalent

Completion of introduction to paediatric Oncology Course

Completion of Administration of systemic anti cancer treatment course

Job description

Job summary

To provide clinical, and professional specialist advice and support to CYP and their families across the Trust in relation to supporting Children and Young people with Oncology treatment needs, working across boundaries as required developing and supporting patient centred, seamless care. To be a visible role model and advocate to CYP and nursing team, develop clinical practice standards across the organisation, assuring the provision of safe, effective and evidence-based care nursing services to Children and Young people within our care.

To be a core member of the Paediatric Specialist nursing team and act as a key resource in relation to specialist Oncology care, support, and improvement. Working with the Lead Nurses for Paediatrics to help lead the implementation of key quality improvement projects, in line with best practice and across children services. Working in partnership with Divisional teams and our multi agency partners within Principal treatment centres, West Midlands CYP Cancer Network, Children's Community Nursing team alongside the Multidisciplinary Team that surrounds the CYP, to ensure optimum treatment and continuity of care upon discharge.

This role will become full time and is part of succession planning to ensure seamless care for the CYP.

Main duties of the job

Ensuring that all patients have their needs assessed, that programs of care are developed to meet these needs and are delivered in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.

oTo be a competent practitioner, leading innovation and demonstrating clinical expertise.

oTo monitor and work collaboratively in the review of clinical standards and practice within their clinical area, with particular attention paid to the drive for evidence-based practice.

oPlaces quality at the heart of practice by delivering evidence based individualised patient care according to patient's changing health care needs, through holistic needs assessment (HNA).

oUses specialist knowledge and provides specialist advice to ensure effective continuity of care delivery to patients.

oDemonstrates high level clinical, technical and research skills through breadth and depth of knowledge.

oActs as a Keyworker for a clinical caseload of Paediatric oncology patients with Solid and Brain Tumours, working to coordinate care and provide easy access for ongoing support for patients and carers.

oUses advanced communication skills in all aspects of patient assessment, care, and support.

oEnables patients and their families to access, identify, appraise, and interpret information to facilitate patient choice.

oProvides clinical expertise, specialist advice and support across service boundaries ie with CCN and Hospice teams.

About us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Details Date posted

22 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

223-PSO-551

Job locations

The Princess Royal Hospital

Telford

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Job description Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification Education/ Training Essential

• RCN BSC or equivalent
• Completion of introduction to paediatric Oncology Course
• Completion of Administration of systemic anti cancer treatment course
• Competent to access and teach CVL/ ports
• Blood transfusion competent
• palliative care qualification/ experience

Desirable

• Demonstrates evidence of working at masters level
• Communication Course

Knowledge/ Experience Essential

• experience working within an oncology setting
• recognition and management of CYP with Cancer
• Knowledge of regional and national agender

Desirable

• Experience in service development

Person Apitude Essential

• good written and verbal skills
• ability to work independently and prioritise own workload

Desirable

• Project Management

Person Specification Education/ Training Essential

• RCN BSC or equivalent
• Completion of introduction to paediatric Oncology Course
• Completion of Administration of systemic anti cancer treatment course
• Competent to access and teach CVL/ ports
• Blood transfusion competent
• palliative care qualification/ experience

Desirable

• Demonstrates evidence of working at masters level
• Communication Course

Knowledge/ Experience Essential

• experience working within an oncology setting
• recognition and management of CYP with Cancer
• Knowledge of regional and national agender

Desirable

• Experience in service development

Person Apitude Essential

• good written and verbal skills
• ability to work independently and prioritise own workload

Desirable

• Project Management

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Royal Hospital

Telford

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Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Royal Hospital

Telford

TF16TF

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)