Job summaryInterview Date: 12th October 2026This is an exciting opportunity to join the Dermatology Team at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust as a Skin Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist. We are seeking an experienced and motivated nurse to further develop their career within the Skin Cancer Multidisciplinary Team MDT.
The post holder will work across outpatient services, providing specialist support throughout the skin cancer pathway and delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. A key aspect of the role is the development of nurse-led services, providing expert assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with skin cancer, including dermatological assessment, dermoscopy, lesion evaluation and minor surgical procedures.
Working closely with the MDT, the successful candidate will contribute to the development of services, helping to improve patient outcomes, experience and quality of life. This is an excellent opportunity to play a significant role in the future development of skin cancer services while advancing your own clinical expertise within a supportive and innovative team.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will act as the designated key worker for patients undergoing investigation, treatment and surveillance for skin cancer at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This specialist role provides the opportunity to develop advanced expertise in the assessment, diagnosis and management of skin cancer, ensuring care is delivered in line with national standards, evidence-based practice and NICE guidance.
The successful candidate will coordinate high-quality, patient-centred care throughout the skin cancer pathway, providing specialist advice, support and education to patients, families and carers. They will act as a consistent point of contact, helping patients navigate complex care pathways and treatment decisions.
As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will provide clinical leadership, advocate for patients and contribute to the ongoing development of skin cancer services. A strong focus on patient safety, personalised care, patient experience and clinical outcomes will underpin all aspects of the role, alongside a commitment to service improvement and innovation to enhance care across the skin cancer pathway.
About usBarnsley is a place of real warmth and community spirit. With a proud industrial past, the town offers affordable living, great transport links, rich culture and many green spaces. Barnsley punches above its weight and has recently seen economic growth, substantial regeneration and digital ambition, whilst leading the way in healthcare innovation and employability.
At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit, ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Our aim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by our people as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such as compassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing.
We offer a friendly working environment where you will be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion and integrity and have your career and wellbeing supported.
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.
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Job responsibilitiesJob Description for Skin Cancer Nurse Specialist
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
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Person SpecificationExperienceEssential- Significant skin cancer nursing experience
- Evidence of change management and service improvement
- Effective knowledge of research methodology with recent experience at Band 6 or above.
Desirable- Demonstrable experience in providing nurse led clinics
QualificationsEssential- Evidence of academic study at Masters level.
- RGN level 1.
- Professional knowledge acquired through study at degree level.
- Mentorship course
- Evidence of updating current professional issues
- Demonstrate professional development: NMC requirement
Desirable- Physical Assessment and Consultant Skills formal qualification
- HOPE facilitator training
- Non-Medical Prescribing
- Counselling qualification
Knowledge and AwarenessEssential- Extensive knowledge of skin cancers including current treatments.
- Knowledge of the national strategy for cancer and ability to relate to practice
- Current cancer nursing agenda
- Clinical governance
- Complaints management
- Incident management
- Quality audit and its application
- Risk management
- Best practice in specialty
- Statutory and professional requirements
- Health and safety
- Confidentiality
Personal AttributesEssential- Holds full driving license
- Computer literate
Trust ValuesEssential- Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
- Please describe in around 100 words: Describe a time when you were under pressure but remained calm, compassionate and focused at work.
- Please describe in around 100 words: Describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department.
- Please describe in around 100 words: Describe a time when you had to deliver on a commitment that was difficult for you.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants. 
