Specialist Support Nurse Colorectal

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Hartford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a compassionate Band 6 Support Nurse to join its Colorectal Nursing Service. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care throughout the colorectal surgical and diagnostic pathway. Candidates should possess a Band 6 nursing qualification and experience with colorectal cancer pathways. The position offers robust training, development opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements are included.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Reduced-cost bus travel

Flexible working arrangements

Subsidised parking

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering patient-centered care in a nursing role.
• Understanding of colorectal cancer pathways and diagnostics.
• Ability to run nurse-led clinics and collaborate with administrative teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care across the lower GI diagnostic service and colorectal pathways.
• Run nurse-led follow-up clinics with training.
• Maintain efficient patient pathways with the administrative team.
• Contribute to the ERAS programme for colorectal patients.
• Provide specialist advice and support to staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Education

Band 6 or equivalent nursing qualification

Job description

Role Overview

In this role you will work across the 2‑week wait (2WW) lower GI diagnostic service, as well as benign and malignant colorectal pathways. You will support patients and their families at all stages – from diagnosis through treatment – ensuring timely, coordinated care in line with national and local cancer targets.

You will receive training to run nurse‑led follow‑up clinics and collaborate closely with the administrative team to help keep patient pathways efficient and meet target timelines. You will also contribute to the growth and delivery of our Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) programme for colorectal patients.

The post holder is responsible for the provision of high‑quality, patient‑focused care; for assessing, developing and implementing specialist nursing care programmes; for providing specialist advice and support to and liaising with other staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support care across the 2WW lower GI diagnostic service and colorectal pathways
• Run nurse‑led follow‑up clinics with full training
• Collaborate with the administrative team to maintain efficient patient pathways and meet target timelines
• Assist in the delivery of the ERAS programme for colorectal patients
• Provide specialist advice, support and liaison to other staff members

Qualifications & Experience

• Band 6 or equivalent nursing qualification and experience
• Clear understanding of colorectal cancer pathways and lower GI diagnostics
• Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small, dedicated team
• Empathy and professionalism in handling sensitive conversations

Additional Information

We have an exciting second‑term/fixed‑term opportunity within our Colorectal Nursing Service. The role requires a compassionate, experienced Band 6 Support Nurse to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centred care across the complete colorectal surgical and diagnostic pathway.

Why Join Cambridge University Hospitals?

• Values and reputation for outstanding care
• Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
• Career and development opportunities
• Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team

Immigration & Visa Information

• Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full‑time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa.
• If you are a Student visa holder, a full‑time permanent contract is only possible if you have:
  • Applied for a Graduate visa; or
  • Successfully completed your course and applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date; or
  • The Trust has agreed to sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start.

Applications for NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough‑based roles will prioritise applicants who are at risk of redundancy; interviews cannot be guaranteed. This vacancy will close at midnight on 5 January 2026.

Benefits & Working Conditions

• Development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on‑site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries
• Reduced‑cost bus travel to and from the hospital site and free Park & Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites
• Subsidised cost of parking on site for eligible staff
• Hot food available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues
• Staff pod break spaces including a café with free tea and coffee
• Flexible working arrangements (part‑time, job‑share, term‑time, flexible start and finish times)

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.