Clinical Nurse Specialist – Neuro Oncology Service
The closing date is 06 May 2026.
The Brain and rare CNS Tumour service is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist to work within the well-established Clinical Nurse Specialist team. This is a Monday to Friday role, working mainly within the skull base multidisciplinary team and involved in nurse-led clinics.
The service is based at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery but the post holder will be required to work across UCLH sites to support patients throughout their pathway.
This is an exciting time to be involved with this team of Clinical Nurse Specialists where nurse-led services are being developed within this dynamic multidisciplinary team, such as nurse-led follow‑up and pre‑surgical clinics and where services are always being improved to enhance the management pathway of brain tumour patients.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant must be motivated and enthusiastic about the specialist care needs of this patient group. They should be an outstanding communicator, demonstrate first-rate organisational and multitasking skills, and be able to prioritise effectively and efficiently in a busy and fast-paced environment. The successful applicant must demonstrate an ability to support, teach, develop and educate others and possess good leadership skills. They should work well autonomously and as part of a strong multidisciplinary team to deliver and maintain high quality care.
Potential candidates should have recent experience in an acute neurosurgery or neuro‑oncology setting, or a cancer specialism with exposure to brain metastases. The successful individual will contribute to the delivery of the Trust Objectives as well as objectives for this Brain Tumour Service, ensuring that the care delivered reflects the Trust Vision and Values.
Knowledge and Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (Adult)
* Teaching/Assessment programme
* Honours Degree in Nursing, research, or ethics
* Completed or completing a Master’s Degree
* Knowledge and experience of key professional issues relating to NMC guidelines
* Advanced communication skills course
Experience
* Minimum 4 years post-registration experience in the same specialty at band 6 or above
* Demonstrated up-to-date knowledge and expertise in the specialty
* Evidence of developing and leading nurse-led clinics/services
* Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and autonomously
Skills and Abilities
* Commitment to multidisciplinary working
* Able to work across organisational and professional boundaries
* Able to negotiate effectively with different disciplines
* Understanding of relevant national strategy and policy
* Clear vision of the role and service
* Able to resolve complex problems
* Experience in initiating, sustaining and evaluating change
* Innovative approach to service delivery
* Experience developing service strategies
* Experience with auditing and evaluation of practice/services
Values
* Commitment to implementing the Trust nursing & midwifery strategy, Core Standards, CNO 10 key roles and relevant NSFs
* Commitment to best practice in customer care
* Knowledge of key professional issues and NMC guidelines
* Able to respond appropriately to clinical incidents
* Participation in and compliance with clinical governance frameworks
Communication
* Effective communication in writing, verbally and electronically
* Strong presentation skills
Personal and People Development
* Commitment to maintaining own fitness for practice through a personal portfolio of competencies
* Experience acting as a clinical preceptor, facilitator or mentor
* Involvement in formal and informal teaching of patients or staff
* Reflective practice
* Ability to work collaboratively and autonomously
* Published articles or posters
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
* Demonstrable understanding of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and knowledge of NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and Public Sector Equality Duties
Ensure the risk of infection is minimised
* Familiar with and adhere to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control
* Complete required training and education on infection prevention and control
* Incorporate infection prevention and control as part of continuous professional development and appraisal
* Take personal responsibility to embed effective prevention and control of healthcare-associated infections in everyday practice
Specific Requirements
* Primarily a Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm role
* Main site is NHNN; the post holder will be required to work across all UCLH sites
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.
Address
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH
Salary
£58,133 to £65,261 per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
309-UCLH-7752
Job location
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH
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