Help shape breast oncology in the Royal Devon and University Hospital
Are you an experienced nurse or allied health professional with a passion for holistic, patient‑centred care? The oncology service is seeking non‑medical consultants to join our senior clinical leadership team.
In this pivotal role, you’ll have the autonomy to lead service development across oncology non‑medical work‑force, influence strategic decisions, and deliver exceptional care to patients and families – making a lasting impact very day. You’ll work alongside breast oncologists, with access to advanced learning and development opportunities.
Your expertise will help us deliver our vision for developing non‑medical workforce to support the growing demand for oncology care.
To work as a non‑medical consultant using advanced clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills, prescribing, planning and evaluating interventions for patients with breast cancer.
The role can be development band 8B or 8C demonstrating the requirements of a non‑medical consultant role.
Please note there will be an expectation this role will support both hospital sites, the Trust is also in the process of reviewing the non‑medical consultant workforce therefore the JD will be updated.
About the Role
Working in close collaboration with the site specific Consultant(s) in Oncology, for Eastern Services, the post holder will provide strategic direction and leadership to facilitate the development of a co‑ordinated service for patients with breast cancer, linking with acute oncology and supportive and palliative care. This will involve working across professional and organisational boundaries, in partnership and in collaboration with others including Acute and Primary Care Clinicians, Specialist Nurses, local hospice teams, individuals, carers, Higher Education Institutions, Voluntary, Independent and Third Sector Organisations.
The role will also include responsibility to provide clinical and strategic leadership as a senior member of the specialty team regarding non‑medical prescribing oncology clinics.
The post holder will be responsible for supporting breast oncology services within the Trust’s financial, workforce and operational targets, alongside ensuring the implementation of the Trust’s strategic objectives.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours condensed hours will be considered.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed.
For further information please contact: Tina Grose, lead cancer nurse, 01392 402896 or tina.grose@nhs.net.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and ‘At Risk’ status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
* National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
* Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
* Car lease schemes.
* The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
* Cycle to work scheme.
Salary & Details
* Salary Band 8c: £79,504 - £91,609 per annum pro rata
* Frequency Annual
* Vacancy Reference 185-611-13153
* Contract Type Permanent
* Closing Date 25 May, 2026
* Job Category Nursing
* Staff Group Nursing & Midwifery Registered
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