University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Associate Gynae-oncology Nurse Specialist

The closing date is 16 March 2026

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and motivatedBand 6 Registered Nurse to join our Gynaecology Oncology service at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (UHSussex), based at RSCH, Brighton.

This is an exciting opportunity to support women throughout their cancer pathway, delivering high-quality specialist care within a supportive multidisciplinary team environment. The successful candidate will contribute to service development, patient education, and clinical leadership while ensuring patients remain at the heart of everything we do.

At UHSussex, our mission is to deliver "excellent care every time", placing the patient first and foremost in all aspects of care and service delivery.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

Deliver specialist nursing care to patients with gynaecological cancers
Act as a key worker supporting patients and families through diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up
Coordinate care across inpatient, outpatient, and community services
Participate in MDT meetings and contribute to patient pathway coordination
Provide education, advice, and psychological support to patients and carers
Support audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives
Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior staff and students

About us

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack

Date posted

02 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

279-7795176-MAR26

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Essential

Registered Nurse (NMC)
Significant post-registration experience in gynaecology, oncology, or womens health
Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

Chemotherapy/SACT competence
Teaching or mentorship qualification
Experience in clinical leadership or service improvement
evidence of continuing professional development
Degree Educated

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Essential

Registered Nurse (NMC)
Significant post-registration experience in gynaecology, oncology, or womens health
Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

Chemotherapy/SACT competence
Teaching or mentorship qualification
Experience in clinical leadership or service improvement
evidence of continuing professional development
Degree Educated

Person Specification

Essential

Registered Nurse with NMC
Experience working with oncology and/or gynaecology patients
Experience of working in an acute hospital setting
Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

Degree level study
Advanced communication skills
leadership experience/ mentorship
Chemotherapy qualification/experience
Evidence of post-registration study in oncology, cancer care, or women's health

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person Specification

Essential

Registered Nurse with NMC
Experience working with oncology and/or gynaecology patients
Experience of working in an acute hospital setting
Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

Degree level study
Advanced communication skills
leadership experience/ mentorship
Chemotherapy qualification/experience
Evidence of post-registration study in oncology, cancer care, or women's health

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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.

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

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

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

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