Job summary
This post is for 12 months to cover maternity leave.

The successful post holder will work within the team to help facilitate and develop breast cancer services within Manchester Foundation Trust by acting as an ambassador for the breast clinical nurse specialists (BCNS) team. They will provide professional, clinical and innovative care delivery within a multi-professional team after undergoing any training required for the role.

The Macmillan Breast Clinical Nurse Specialist will work as an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team to provide expert advice and support for patients with suspected or confirmed breast cancer and benign breast problems. They will provide specialist nursing knowledge and expertise in the management of patients, liaising with colleagues across care settings to ensure specialist assessment, providing holistic packages of care and ensuring patients receive prompt and evidence-based care.

The post holder will devise and deliver programmes of specialist education and training to healthcare professionals, patients and carers. They will work to develop the breast service in collaboration with health care colleagues.

The post holder will be required to work across Manchester Foundation Trust hospitals as well as in the breast unit at Royal Oldham Hospital.

Informal visits are encouraged.

Main duties of the job
The Macmillan Breast CNS' hold various nurse-led clinics such as arranging to see patients to discuss their treatment options in detail which significantly decreases the time that the Consultant spends when signing the consent form and ensures that the patient is fully informed, thus decreasing possible litigation claims. The nurses also explain complex oncological treatments, perform comprehensive wound assessments and management and hold telephone consultations with patients, again reducing the need for out-patient appointments or GP visits. In addition, they undertake treatment summaries as well as telephone triage clinics.

All of these contacts are recorded on the Trust's new Hive IT system.

Other aspects of the role include covering various clinics which include one-stop clinics, follow-up clinics, reconstruction clinics and oncology; the aim of which is to support patients, identifying and addressing individual patient's needs. Additionally, a proportion of their time is spent attending the multidisciplinary team meetings - this is a quality assurance requirement ensuring patient advocacy.

The nurses work as part of the multidisciplinary team which includes consultants, radiography staff, oncologists and pathology staff.

About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Closing date: 06 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year Per Annum, (Pro Rata)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 349-WTWA-8388333-RL4
Job locations: North Manchester General Hospital, Delaunays Road, Crumpsall, Manchester, M8 5RB, United Kingdom

Essential

• Registered General Nurse
• First level degree in related subject, undertaking a degree pathway or willing to undertake
• Post basic qualification in breast cancer or relevant subject-working towards or willingness to undertake
• Strong evidence of continual professional development in speciality
• Completed formal advanced communication skills training or prepared to work towards
• Recognised teaching qualification or prepared to work towards
• Principles and Practice of Breast Care Nursing undertaken or willingness to undertake
• Relevant post-registration experience at band 5 or above in breast or closely related subject
• Knowledge and awareness of the breast cancer pathway
• Experience of multi-professional working in breast or closely related specialty
• Able to demonstrate an interest in the breast specialty
• Understanding of Macmillan Cancer Support and its role across the UK
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member

Desirable

• Evidence of ability to lead and influence change

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.