The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Colposcopy Nurse Specialist

The closing date is 14 April 2026

Job summary

The colposcopy nurse specialist is an advanced practice nurse responsible for assessing and managing patients referred with abnormal cervical screening teat results. The role involves performing cystoscopy examinations, identifying cervical abnormalities and taking biopsies when required. The nurse specialist provides patient education emotional support and clear expectations of procedures and results. They work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure timely diagnosis and management, helping to prevent the development of cervical cancer. The role also includes maintaining clinical standards , documentation and contributing to quality improvement within the service.

Main duties of the job

Clinical duties assess patients referred after abnormal cervical screening results.

Perform colposcopy examinations to evaluate the cervix for abnormalities

Identify and document abnormal cervical changes or lesions

Take cervical biopsies for histological examination

Carry out or assist with treatment procedures such as loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LLETZ) when indicated

Provide clear explanations of procedures results and treatment options to patients

Offer emotional support and reassurance to patients who may feel anxious

Arrange and monitor follow up appointments and ongoing care

Work closely with the multidisciplinary team including gynaecologists and pathologists

Maintain accurate records follow national guidelines and support prevention of cervical cancer through early detection and treatment

About us

There's never been a more exciting time to join Team QEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital due to open in 2031/32 and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.

Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.

At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs.

We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.

We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.

Details

Date posted

10 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

426-218-26TAM

Job locations

The Queen Elizabeth NHS Foundation Trust

Gayton Road

Kings Lynn

PE30 4ET


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description available to download as part of the application this includes both job description and person specification

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description available to download as part of the application this includes both job description and person specification

Person Specification

Education

Essential

  • Registered adult nurse Diploma/Degree in Nursing
  • Experience of leadership
  • ENB 998/Mentorship
  • BSCCP colposcopist accreditation
  • Continuing professional development

Desirable

  • Master's degree qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant nursing experience and training within service
  • Experience in 'Women's Health' or gynaecology/ sexual health
  • Experience of working autonomously at an advanced level
  • Policy and Guideline development and review
  • Multidisciplinary professional working
  • Audit/Risk management

Desirable

  • Experience of implementing change management
  • Investigation and resolution of local incidents and complaints

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Commitment to deliver high quality-based care
  • Collaborator
  • Resourceful, able to prioritise and manage a varied complex workload
  • Excellent communication skills
Person Specification

Education

Essential

  • Registered adult nurse Diploma/Degree in Nursing
  • Experience of leadership
  • ENB 998/Mentorship
  • BSCCP colposcopist accreditation
  • Continuing professional development

Desirable

  • Master's degree qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant nursing experience and training within service
  • Experience in 'Women's Health' or gynaecology/ sexual health
  • Experience of working autonomously at an advanced level
  • Policy and Guideline development and review
  • Multidisciplinary professional working
  • Audit/Risk management

Desirable

  • Experience of implementing change management
  • Investigation and resolution of local incidents and complaints

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Commitment to deliver high quality-based care
  • Collaborator
  • Resourceful, able to prioritise and manage a varied complex workload
  • Excellent 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

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 Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

The Queen Elizabeth NHS Foundation Trust

Gayton Road

Kings Lynn

PE30 4ET


Employer's website

https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

The Queen Elizabeth NHS Foundation Trust

Gayton Road

Kings Lynn

PE30 4ET


Employer's website

https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Midwifery and Nursing

Esther Dorken

esther.dorken@qehkl.nhs.uk

01533613109

Details

Date posted

10 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

426-218-26TAM

Job locations

The Queen Elizabeth NHS Foundation Trust

Gayton Road

Kings Lynn

PE30 4ET


Supporting documents

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