Neuro-oncology Cancer CNS
The closing date is 14 October 2025
Job summary
Part-time Post 18.75 hours/0.50 WTE
Band 6 Neuro-Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist
We are looking for a dynamic flexible individual who would like the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills within the speciality of neuro oncology. You will need to have excellent communication skills and some experience within the field of Neurosurgery, Neurology and/or Oncology to join the Southwest Neuro Oncology Specialist Nurse Team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, self-directed individual to develop their knowledge and skills in managing and caring for the complex and diverse needs of the Neuro Oncology patient, providing advice and coordinated support to patients with a diagnosis of a central nervous system tumour. This is a diverse role and involves different ways of working but offers many transferable skills that can be utilised in all aspects of nursing care.
Main duties of the job
As a team we care for the needs of patients across the Peninsula diagnosed with a brain or spinal tumour requiring surgery and/or oncological treatments or ongoing surveillance. You will be working within a multidisciplinary team necessitating a high level of communication with Neurosurgical/Oncology, medical and nursing staff alongside allied health professionals, Community Services and Charities.
The successful applicant will be responsible for managing a caseload of patients with the support of the team. We are looking for an experienced Nurse who is committed to delivering high standards of holistic care to all patients.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year £38,682 - £46,580 per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
216-DH-S7401349
Job locations
University Hospitals NHS Trust
Derriford Road
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals NHS Trust
Derriford Road
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
Employer's website
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