Gynaecological Oncology Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist: Sponsorship Available

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Gynaecological Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Gynaecology Oncology team within the Women’s Health Division.This is a rewarding role for a nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred cancer care and making a meaningful difference to the lives of women affected by gynaecological cancer. Working within a supportive and highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to develop specialist expertise, influence patient experience, and contribute to the ongoing development of a dynamic oncology service.We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and resilient individual with excellent communication, clinical assessment and organisational skills. You will be confident working autonomously, managing competing priorities and building effective relationships across multidisciplinary teams and organisations. In return, we offer opportunities for professional development, advanced practice and involvement in service improvement, education and innovation.This is an ideal opportunity for a nurse seeking to further develop a career in cancer care within a specialist surgical oncology setting that values collaboration, excellence and continuous improvement.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide specialist nursing support to women undergoing investigation and treatment for gynaecological cancers, acting as a key worker and point of contact throughout their cancer pathway. Working across surgical and oncology services, including patients receiving neoadjuvant treatment, you will support care coordination, patient education, symptom management and decision-making.

You will undertake holistic assessments, identify and respond to complex physical, psychological and supportive care needs, and ensure patients and their families receive timely information and support. The role requires close collaboration with surgeons, oncologists, allied health professionals and wider support services to facilitate seamless, safe and effective care.

The successful candidate will use advanced communication and clinical skills to advocate for patients, support informed choice and contribute to improved patient outcomes and experience. You will also play an active role in service development, quality improvement, audit, education and the implementation of evidence-based practice.

This role requires a proactive and adaptable individual who is committed to delivering excellence, driving improvement and supporting the continued development of specialist gynaecological oncology services.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

  • a.Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register.
  • b.Relevant post-registration programme.
  • c.Teaching/Assessment programme.
  • d.Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification
  • e.Non-medical prescribing qualification.

Desirable

  • f.Adult physical assessment qualification.
  • g.Completed/completing master’s degree.
  • h.Management development programme.
  • i.Leadership development programme.
  • j.Advanced communication course

Experience

Essential

  • a.Post registration experience working with patients receiving cancer treatments, including surgery.
  • b.Prior relevant post registration experience as a CNS
  • c.Experience of clinical audit, quality improvement and evaluating patient outcomes.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • a.Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage a complex workload.
  • b.Ability to work autonomously and use initiative in managing complex patient situations

Communication

Essential

  • a.Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working in a multi-disciplinary team.

Personal and People Development

Essential

  • a.Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others
  • b.Evidence of developing & leading nurse led clinics and/or services
  • c. Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and autonomously.

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).

Closing Date: 6 September 2026

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