Job summary
Band 5 Foundation/Staff Nurse Haematology Ward / Day Treatment Unit Cancer and Haematology Centre, Churchill Hospital, Oxford

Come and join the OUH team and become a part of our world-renowned teaching hospital and centre of clinical excellence!

Are you a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse looking to develop your career in specialist haematology and cancer care? We are looking for Band 5 Foundation/Staff Nurses to join our nursing teams within the Haematology Ward or Day Treatment Unit (DTU) at the Churchill Hospital. We welcome applications from newly qualified nurses and experienced Band 5 nurses who are enthusiastic about developing specialist knowledge and delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Full and part time roles are available.

For more information and to arrange an informal visit (recommended), please contact Valerie Zhande (Valerie.Zhande@ouh.nhs.uk)

Please note:
NMC PIN is a requirement for all applicants.
Remote interviews will not be offered. All interviews will be held face to face.

Main duties of the job
Haematology Ward
The Haematology Ward provides specialist inpatient care for patients with a range of malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions, including patients receiving complex treatments such as systemic anti-cancer therapy, stem-cell transplantation and cellular therapies. Nurses develop experience in caring for acutely unwell and immunocompromised patients, complex intravenous therapies, blood-product support, symptom management and multidisciplinary care.

Please note: The Haematology Ward provides a 24-hour inpatient service, and successful applicants will be required to participate in rotational working, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Day Treatment Unit (DTU)
DTU provides planned ambulatory care for oncology and haematology patients receiving systemic anti-cancer therapy, supportive treatments, blood products and other specialist interventions. The role offers opportunities to develop skills in patient assessment, intravenous therapy, treatment monitoring, patient education and specialist cancer nursing.

Please note: DTU is primarily an ambulatory/day-treatment service, with staff working flexibly across the unit's operating days, including Saturdays.

About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more at www.ouh.nhs.uk

The Trust comprises four hospitals: the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington, and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Job responsibilities
What we are looking for
You will be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration, or a newly qualifying nurse eligible for registration before commencing in post. You will demonstrate:

• Compassionate, safe and patient-centred care
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Effective organisation and prioritisation skills
• Ability to recognise deterioration and escalate concerns appropriately
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement
• Enthusiasm for developing specialist haematology and cancer nursing skills

Previous haematology, Oncology or SACT experience is desirable but not essential. You will receive appropriate induction, competency-based development and support, with newly qualified nurses supported through OUH preceptorship. You will be encouraged and funded to undertake the SACT module at Oxford Brookes University, with the timing dependent on your prior experience.

Applicants are encouraged to indicate within their supporting statement whether they have a preference for Haematology Ward, DTU, or would be happy to be considered for either clinical area.

Person Specification
Application form
Essential

• NMC registered / Due to complete course
• Experience with administering intravenous drugs in current role
• Current/previous acute NHS experience

Desirable

• Previous Nursing experience

Education/Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Nurse (Part 1, 8, 12 or 15 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Register, depending on area of practice) or National Certification in area of Practice.
• UK recognised Degree in Nursing relevant to post.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development through maintenance of an NMC revalidation or equivalent

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.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Churchill Hospital, Oxford Road, Headington, OX3 7LE, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/

For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment and Retention Lead, Valerie Zhande, Valerie.Zhande@ouh.nhs.uk

Date posted: 21 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year Per Annum / Pro Rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 321-SW-8275793-B5-EXT

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