Job overview
We have a fantastic opportunity available for a full time B7 permanent position within a passionate and dedicated Head and Neck Cancer Clinical Nurse specialist team.
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Band 7 nurse to join our team who will be committed to work collaboratively with our Head and Neck Cancer Multi disciplinary Team professionals. The current team are based in Bristol Dental Hospital, delivering high standards of person centered care across University Hospital Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust and the community.
Details
Date posted: 13 March 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year pa pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 387-S6454-GB
Job locations: Bristol Royal Infirmary, Upper Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS2 8HW
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
* Thorough and up to date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice particularly within speciality area of Head and Neck cancer
* Significant relevant clinical experience in care of patients with Head and Neck cancer
* Substantial current speciality experience
* Experience of undertaking research or audit projects
* Evidence of recent teaching experience
Desirable
* Experience and knowledge of advanced practice/protocols
Qualifications and Training
* Active NMC Registration
* Degree in nursing or health related subject
* Relevant accredited post registration at level 3
* Qualification in Teaching and Assessing or equivalent experience
* Evidence of masters level academic study or willingness to work towards Masters
Desirable
* Management qualification
* Non- Medical Prescribing
Skills and Abilities
* Highly effective communication skills - verbally and written to staff, patients and relatives including in situations of conflict or distress
* Able to gain credibility with and influence colleagues including influencing clinical changes where appropriate
* Strong organisational skills - prioritising complex situations
* The ability to lead and influence change
* Demonstrates ability to implement and utilise audit data to improve quality
* Clinical expert in Head and Neck Cancer and takes accountability for own actions
* Knowledge of national and local speciality head and neck cancer related policies and changes
* Demonstrates ability to implement and utilise audit data to improve quality
* Excellent Information technology skills
Aptitudes
* Resilient and reflective
* Supportive
* Respectful
* Innovative
* Collaborative
* Equitable
Other information
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 see the UK Visas and Immigration guidelines (note: not linked here).
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details: University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW). Bristol Royal Infirmary, Upper Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS2 8HW. Website: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/
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