Job summaryBand 6 Acute Oncology NurseDevelopment PostThis is an exciting opportunity for an oncology nurse to join our Acute Oncology team in a development role. The post holder will play a key role in the Acute Oncology Service (AOS) team for the delivery of a comprehensive acute oncology service within the Trust in line with the NICE guidance for acute oncology services and the standards for acute oncology.
The post holder will work alongside the clinical nurse specialists and ACPs to develop their acute oncology skills and knowledge and receive training to do so.
The post holder will be responsible for contributing to the ongoing development of clinical practice, audit and standards of care within the service, including contributing to policies, and guidelines and to service development to ensure patients have a seamless pathway.
The post holder will be required to work with clinical, operational, information and administrative staff across all levels of seniority within the acute Trust.
The successful candidate is required to be able demonstrate the Trust commitments, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. The post will be based at Barnet Hospital.To find out more about working at the Royal Free please visit our website at: www.royalfree.nhs.uk/jobs
For further details please contact AOS clinical nurse specialists: Linda Lightfoot or Jade Marshall atrf-tr.bh-aoscns@nhs.net.or Kerry Guile Consultant Nurse Oncology kerry.guile1@nhs.net
Main duties of the job- Support the Lead Acute Oncology Service (AOS) Nurse to deliver and evaluate the service
- Provide AOS CNS support to MDTs across the Royal Free and Barnet hospitals
- Work with key members of the MDT to support staff in the delivery of specialised care
- Work autonomously to deliver specialist care which is evidence based and which enhances the quality of patient care
- Work to scope and seek support and education to extend the role with additional skills
- Review patients daily who are admitted to wards and ED
- Support ED so patients with suspected neutropenia have antibiotics within the door to needle time
- Carry the AOS emergency phone, triage calls and advise accordingly, communicating with the patient's oncology team when required, and provide follow up.
- Contribute to training/education within specialist area to multidisciplinary groups.
- Be the key worker for the suspected Cup patient's coordinate their investigations to ensure a smooth pathway, remaining as their CNS throughout treatment
- Ensure that CUP patients have a holistic needs assessment
- Act as the MSCC coordinator and ensure that patients with suspected/confirmed MSCC are cared for as per NICE guidance and local policy.
- Lead and facilitate audit of AOS, CUP and MSCC through the application of audit and research evidence-based practice
- Promote innovation and progression to the continually improve patient care through reviewing the evidence base and embed this in practice through engagement in research
About usThe Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts with over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
DetailsDate posted 10 August 2026
Pay scheme Agenda for change
Band Band 6
Salary £45,953 to £54,254 a year
Per annum inclusive of HCAS ( Pro-rata )
Contract Fixed term
Duration 22 months
Working pattern Part-time
Reference number 391-RFL-7862917-C
Job locations Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet
EN5 3DJ
United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Person SpecificationEducation & Professional QualificationsEssential- Registered Nurse
- Undergraduate degree
- Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification
- Post registration qualification relevant to specialty
- Advanced communication skills
Desirable- Master degree or working towards
- Advanced assessment skills or willingness to undertake
- Independent nurse prescribing course or willingness to undertake
ExperienceEssential- Substantial post-registration experience in area of speciality
- Previous experience of research and audit
- Evidence of teaching junior members of staff
- Proven evidence of improving the patient experience
Desirable- Undertaken nurse led clinics
- Current experience of line management of staff
Skills and AptitudesEssential- Expert specialist skills for the post
- Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
- Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
- Skilled in use of computer/keyboard
- Ability to problem-solve, prioritise and to work to deadlines
- Ability to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance
- Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
- Demonstrates evidence of knowledge and ability to undertake change management
- Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
- Able to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
- Able to independently assess an unwell patient
Personal Qualities & AttributesEssential- Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate credible and professional approach
- Evidence of proven, on-going professional development
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
- Diplomatic and calm
- To be flexible and approachable
Royal Free World Class ValuesEssential- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Person SpecificationEducation & Professional QualificationsEssential- Registered Nurse
- Undergraduate degree
- Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification
- Post registration qualification relevant to specialty
- Advanced communication skills
Desirable- Master degree or working towards
- Advanced assessment skills or willingness to undertake
- Independent nurse prescribing course or willingness to undertake
ExperienceEssential- Substantial post-registration experience in area of speciality
- Previous experience of research and audit
- Evidence of teaching junior members of staff
- Proven evidence of improving the patient experience
Desirable- Undertaken nurse led clinics
- Current experience of line management of staff
Skills and AptitudesEssential- Expert specialist skills for the post
- Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
- Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
- Skilled in use of computer/keyboard
- Ability to problem-solve, prioritise and to work to deadlines
- Ability to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance
- Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
- Demonstrates evidence of knowledge and ability to undertake change management
- Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
- Able to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
- Able to independently assess an unwell patient
Personal Qualities & AttributesEssential- Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate credible and professional approach
- Evidence of proven, on-going professional development
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
- Diplomatic and calm
- To be flexible and approachable
Royal Free World Class ValuesEssential- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional informationDisclosure 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet
EN5 3DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet
EN5 3DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Lead Nurse Acute Oncology and CUP
Adam Cass
Adam.cass2@nhs.net
02074726367
DetailsDate posted 10 August 2026
Pay scheme Agenda for change
Band Band 6
Salary £45,953 to £54,254 a year
Per annum inclusive of HCAS ( Pro-rata )
Contract Fixed term
Duration 22 months
Working pattern Part-time
Reference number 391-RFL-7862917-C
Job locations Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet
EN5 3DJ
United Kingdom
Supporting documentsPrivacy noticeRoyal Free London NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
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.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 (Opens in a new tab).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 (Opens in a new tab).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
