Specialist Nurse – Cancer Services – Colorectal

Circle Health Group; Harrow; On-site; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Healthcare Scheme

Family Friendly policies

Life insurance

Job summary

The Clementine Churchill Hospital in Harrow, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Specialist Nurse (Colorectal Cancer Services) to join the Oncology team on a permanent, 37.5-hour full-time contract. Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

As a registered adult nurse, you will deliver expert cancer care, undertake specialist assessments and support treatment pathways within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to patient-centred care throughout the cancer journey.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Significant post-registration experience in Oncology and/or Haematology.
• Evidence of specialist knowledge in cancer care pathways and symptom management.
• Strong understanding of patient safety and quality frameworks.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert nursing care to cancer patients across settings.
• Undertake specialist assessments and contribute to care planning.
• Act as a clinical expert in cancer pathways and survivorship care.
• Provide specialist advice to patients and families for informed decisions.
• Support delivery of systemic anti-cancer therapies and related pathways.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Haematology nursing

Clinical governance & safety

Communication & teamwork

Autonomous practice

Education

NMC registration (Adult)

Job description

Specialist Nurse - Cancer Services - Colorectal – The Clementine Churchill Hospital – 37.5 Hours & Permanent – Salary: Up to £55,000.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Clementine Churchill Hospital in Harrow Is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Specialist Nurse to join their team of staff in the Oncology department.

This is a full-time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

• Deliver expert nursing care to patients with cancer across outpatient, inpatient, day‑case and ambulatory settings.
• Undertake specialist assessments, contributing to holistic care planning, symptom management and ongoing review.
• Act as a clinical expert in cancer pathways, supporting diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and survivorship care.
• Provide specialist advice to patients and families, supporting informed decision‑making and self‑management.
• Support the safe delivery of systemic anti-cancer treatments (where appropriately trained), radiotherapy pathways, or disease‑specific services.
• Provide emotional, psychological and practical support to patients and carers throughout the cancer journey.
• Act as a key point of contact for patients, improving continuity of care and coordination across services.
• Support patients in managing treatment side effects and complications, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Promote dignity, respect and compassion in all interactions.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Significant post‑registration experience in Oncology and/or Haematology nursing.
• Evidence of specialist knowledge in cancer care pathways and symptom management.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, patient safety and quality frameworks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient‑centred care and continuous professional development.
• Experience working as a Specialist Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), or equivalent.
• SACT qualification or experience supporting systemic anti-cancer therapy services.
• Experience in private healthcare or acute hospital oncology services.
• Experience contributing to service development, audit or research activities.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre‑existing medical conditions
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Non‑contributory life insurance
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities