Ocular Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist

Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate registered nurse to join the Ocular Oncology Service at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist.

This role is to support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care for individuals undergoing investigation and treatment for ocular malignancies. The post holder will work closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and existing Clinical Nurse Specialists to develop the knowledge and skills required.

You will act as a key point of contact for patients, supporting them across the cancer pathway, while developing advanced clinical assessment, care coordination and communication skills within a specialist service.

Main duties of the job

• Support the delivery of specialist nursing care to patients with suspected or confirmed ocular cancers
• Act as a key contact for patients, providing information, support and signposting
• Undertake holistic needs assessments, identifying physical, psychological and social needs
• Assist in coordinating patient pathways across ophthalmology, oncology and related services
• Support preparation for and participation in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings
• Develop skills in clinical assessment and decision-making under supervision
• Provide patient education and advice throughout diagnosis, treatment and follow-up
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to audit and service improvement
• Work within Trust policies, cancer standards and governance frameworks

Clinical

• Deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care with guidance and supervision of Lead CNS
• Undertake patient assessments and contribute to care planning
• Monitor patient progress and escalate concerns appropriately
• Support clinics and outpatient services

Communication

• Provide clear and compassionate communication to patients and families
• Support patients through potentially distressing and complex diagnoses
• Act as a link between patients, carers and the MDT

About us
Service Development & Learning

• Participate in education and training relevant to ocular oncology
• Contribute to audit and quality improvement initiative

Governance

• Maintain high standards of record keeping and confidentiality
• Adhere to Trust policies, clinical guidelines and safeguarding requirements
• Participate in supervision, appraisal and mandatory training

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

Details
Date posted
06 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
190-1790-DIR
Job locations
Royal Hallamshire Hospital
Sheffield
S10 2JF
United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• Registered nurse (valid with NMC)
• To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Post registration qualification in Oncology / Ophthalmology or willingness to undertake.
• First level degree or working towards

Desirable

• Master's level study (or working towards).

Experience
Essential

• Evidence of management and leadership qualities.
• Significant post-registration experience
• Demonstrable experience in Oncology or Cancer care
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of managing complex patients with physical and psychological needs.
• Ability to manage own caseload and prioritise workload.

Desirable

• Experience in Ophthalmology or Ocular Oncology.
• Management experience within an inpatient setting.
• Experience as a CNS or in a specialist/advanced practice role.
• Experience of assessing patients' needs as an autonomous practitioner
• Experience in patient pathway coordination/ navigation.
• Understanding of holistic needs assessment.

Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• Effective communicator, leadership skills, ability to participate in education of others
• Aligned with Trust PROUD values and behaviours
• Resilient and able to work in emotionally demanding situations.
• Commitment to improving patient experience.

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Compassionate and patient-focused
• Motivated with willingness to learn
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team

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 (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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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).