Main area Band 6 Associate Cancer CNS in Adult Care Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time – 37.5 hours per week Job ref 392-RNOH-1473
Site RNOH Town Stanmore Salary £45,953 – £54,254 per annum inclusive of HCAs Salary period Yearly Closing 01/07/2026 23:59
Job Overview
The post holder will work alongside the Band 7 CNS team, supporting patients referred to the London Sarcoma Service. The role involves participating in multidisciplinary meetings (MDT), supporting patients and their families from referral through diagnosis and treatment, and ensuring continuity of care.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in MDTs, present cases, and advocate for patients.
- Support in the CNS Run Telephone Biopsy Clinic, informing patients of MDT decisions and performing needle biopsies and clinical assessments.
- Complete Holistic Needs Assessments (HNA) for patients.
- Visit patients on the ward for post‑surgery support.
- Provide clear communication to patients and families via telephone, email or text.
- Communicate with hospital and external professionals.
- Ensure investigations are carried out as per MDT orders.
- Deliver direct patient care, role‑modeling, supervision and education of peers.
- Fulfil clinical responsibilities within a competency framework for Advanced Practice.
- Administer medications, including Denosumab.
- Provide specialist advice and training to health‑care professionals on sarcoma management.
- Manage a designated caseload efficiently and prioritise clinical workload.
- Handle complex and sensitive information compassionately.
- Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive documentation.
- Offer spontaneous and planned advice to patients, relatives and multidisciplinary team members.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 2 years post‑registration experience in orthopaedics or oncology.
- First degree or currently on a degree pathway.
- Teaching and assessment qualification or equivalent experience.
- Experience working with patients receiving cancer treatments.
- Completed, or in progress, appropriate UK professional registration.
- Acceptance of a Disclosure and Barring Service check for vulnerability role.
Skills and Attributes
Communication & Relationship Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated customer care best practice.
- Team player with advanced communication skills.
Analytical & Judgement Skills
- Experience as part of an MDT in an orthopaedic/cancer setting.
- Led nursing development initiatives in previous roles.
- Reflective practice and evidence‑based awareness.
Planning and Organisational Skills
- Strong practical skills and organisational ability.
- Negotiation skills across different disciplines.
IT Skills
- Computer literacy, remote working, and iPad usage.
- Advanced IT skills.
Employment Details
- Contract: Permanent.
- Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week.
- Part‑time and job share applications considered.
- Right to work in the UK is required; visa sponsorship may be considered where UKVI criteria are met.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and offer a range of flexible working practices.
Additional Information
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people and must comply with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and related checks.
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