The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Lead Gynae-Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist (Band 7)

The closing date is 24 March 2026

Job summary

An exciting permanent opportunity for a Band 7 Gynae- Oncology Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist has arisen to join our Gynae-Oncology team. This role is pivotal in the delivery of Gynae-Oncology Services throughout the Trust. The role will include managing direct and indirect patient care and the organisation, evaluation and development of the service that is provided for this patient group within the community and hospital environment. You will be working alongside other clinical colleagues to support the facilitation of high-quality clinical care and working parallel to the Consultants within Gynae-Oncology services undertaking nurse led follow up reviews within some sub-specialties.

This post will require cross site working.

Main duties of the job

You will be required to lead a team of CNS nurses and Navigator staff providing care for patients with suspected or confirmed gynaecological cancers. The team will provide specialist nursing advise and support for the patients and their family/carers and will help them negotiate the patient journey. You will be required to support and develop the CNS team providing expertise through training, advise, guidance and by acting as a role model.

About us

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!

Hospital Transformation Programme (HTP)

As part of our long-term vision to improve patient care and service delivery, our Service will relocate to The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in 2028. This move will unite specialist services in a purpose-built, modern environment, enhancing care and team experience.

We are actively recruiting and want applicants to be aware that successful candidates will be expected to move with the Service in early 2028. The relocation will follow a formal management of change process, with full consultation and support for colleagues.

Full details of HTP can be viewed on theHospital Transformation Programme Webpage

Date posted

10 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-GCN-135

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

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

Essential

Post registration experience in Gynaecology or Cancer related specialities.

Desirable

Physical assessment and clinical reasoning module or willing to work towards.

Essential

Commitment to the development and provision of high quality nursing care.

Desirable

Physical assessment and clinical reasoning module or willing to work towards.

Person Specification

Essential

Post registration experience in Gynaecology or Cancer related specialities.

Desirable

Physical assessment and clinical reasoning module or willing to work towards.

Essential

Commitment to the development and provision of high quality nursing care.

Desirable

Physical assessment and clinical reasoning module or willing to work towards.

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

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

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

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Employer's website

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