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Job requirements
Essential
5 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Significant post-registration clinical experience, Experience of cancer care, breast care or breast screening services, Experience supporting patients receiving a cancer diagnosis, MDT working experience, Experience coordinating complex patient pathways, Experience of audit and quality improvement.
- Skills and aptitudes
Excellent communication and counselling skills, Ability to communicate highly sensitive information, Advanced clinical decision-making skills, Excellent organisational skills, Ability to prioritise workload effectively, Ability to work autonomously and as part of an MDT, IT literacy and use of electronic patient records, Data collection and audit skills,
- Royal Free shared commitments
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments.
- Personal qualities and attributes
Compassionate and patient-centred, Professional and accountable, Demonstrates leadership potential, Resilient and adaptable, Able to work under pressure, Demonstrates initiative and problem-solving abilities, Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, Commitment to continuous learning and development,
- Education and professional qualifications
Registered Nurse (Adult) Level 1, Current NMC Registration, Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience, Evidence of ongoing professional development, Advanced Communication Skills Training.
Desirable
3 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Previous Breast Screening CNS experience, Experience of NHS Breast Screening Programme standards, Experience of service development projects.
- Skills and aptitudes
Knowledge of personalised cancer care principles, Teaching and presentation skills, Knowledge of NHS Breast Screening Programme standards,
- Education and professional qualifications
Breast Care Nursing qualification, Cancer Nursing qualification, Leadership/Management qualification.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Central and East London Breast Screening Service (CELBSS), hosted by the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust and delivered from the St Bartholomew’s Hospital site. The service provides assessment, diagnosis, support and care coordination for women attending the NHS Breast Screening Programme. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate nurse to join our Breast Care Nursing Team. You will provide specialist clinical, informational, and psychological support throughout the breast screening and breast cancer pathway, from assessment and diagnosis through to referral for treatment. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will act as a key worker and patient advocate, supporting women through diagnosis and treatment planning while ensuring a high-quality patient experience.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing specialist nursing support throughout the breast screening and breast cancer pathway.
- Acting as a key worker for women diagnosed through breast screening.
- Supporting assessment and results clinics.
- Delivering emotional, psychological and practical support to patients and families.
- Participating in MDT meetings and treatment planning.
- Supporting audit, research, governance and quality improvement activities.
This post is ideal for an experienced nurse with excellent communication skills, a passion for personalised cancer care and a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and patient-centred services.
Main duties of the job
Provide specialist nursing care and support for women attending the Central and East London Breast Screening Service (CELBSS), acting as a key worker throughout assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up. Deliver expert clinical, informational and psychological support to patients and their families, ensuring a personalised and patient-centred approach to care. Work autonomously and as part of the multidisciplinary team, including radiologists, breast surgeons, radiographers, pathologists and oncology colleagues, to coordinate seamless patient pathways and support assessment and results clinics.
Act as an expert resource in breast disease and breast cancer care, contributing specialist nursing expertise to MDT discussions and treatment planning. Provide clinical leadership through education, mentorship and the promotion of best practice. Participate in clinical audit, governance, research and quality improvement activities to support service development and compliance with national breast screening standards. Promote evidence-based practice through ongoing professional development and engagement with current research. Contribute to improving patient experience, reducing health inequalities and supporting service development at the St Bartholomew’s Hospital site. Work collaboratively across the Group Breast Care Nursing Teams, providing cross-cover to ensure a responsive, high-quality and equitable service for women across Central and East London.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Band 7 CNS CELBSS Breast Screening with Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Clinical nurse specialist role. The advertised salary is £58,133 - £65,261 per annum inclusive of HCAS. The contract type is Permanent: See advert. The application deadline is 13 Nov 2026.
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