The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Gynae Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist Support

The closing date is 06 October 2025

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a dynamic,hardworking, kind and compassionate Band 5 into a permanent position within our Gynae Oncology Specialist Nurse Team. The successful candidate will participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation of patient care for those with suspected or confirmed gynaecological cancers.

Main duties of the job

Support CNS team in organising and delivering care to Gynaecology patients who are on the cancer pathway.

Act as keyworker for patients with suspected or confirmed gynaecological cancers providing specialist nursing advice to support patients and their families from the beginning of the pathway and throughout their cancer pathway.

Work as the patient advocate, to help negotiate the patient journey and ensure optimum care is provided to each patient.

To attend MDTs

Frequent cross site working between Princess Royal Hospital and Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Undertake individual holistic assessments at key stages in each patient's pathways.

To assist in developing an environment which supports the value of gynaecology care and participate in the monitoring of standards of care.

Develop a clinical expertise in all aspects of care for gynaecology patients.

Participate and support the consultants with the outpatient surveillance clinics for this group of patients.

Monitor radiology and pathology requests and investigations appropriately ensuring correct staging and assessment is provided and initiate further assessment/review of treatment pathway as required.

Make appropriate referrals to other members of the trust, community and primary care.

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!

Date posted

22 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-GOC-619-A

Job locations

Shrewsbury & Telford Hospitals

Shrewsbury/Telford

SY3 8XQ

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

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

RN with current NMC Registration
Diploma in Nursing
Up to date knowledge of current issues in gynaecology nursing
Experience in caring for gynaecology patients

Desirable

Experience in caring for oncology patients

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Excellent interpersonal skills with professional credibility
Able to build effective relationships with patients clinicians and managers

Desirable

Advanced communication skills

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

RN with current NMC Registration
Diploma in Nursing
Up to date knowledge of current issues in gynaecology nursing
Experience in caring for gynaecology patients

Desirable

Experience in caring for oncology patients

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Excellent interpersonal skills with professional credibility
Able to build effective relationships with patients clinicians and managers

Desirable

Advanced communication skills

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Shrewsbury & Telford Hospitals

Shrewsbury/Telford

SY3 8XQ

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

Shrewsbury & Telford Hospitals

Shrewsbury/Telford

SY3 8XQ

Employer's website

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