Job overview
Provide clinical leadership and specialist expertise, delivering high-quality information, support and advice to patients, their families and carers, while acting as a key resource for the multidisciplinary team. Contribute to the coordination of patient care to ensure a seamless and consistent experience throughout the patient pathway. Play a central role in reviewing and developing services to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the patient group.
Demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience within the speciality, supporting clinical leadership and contributing to education within the scope of practice. Lead and participate in clinical audit and research activities to monitor, maintain and improve standards of care. Undertake clinical procedures, including diagnostic and treatment interventions, in line with the responsibilities of the specialist role
Main duties of the job
Within this role you will be provide specialist advice and support using advanced listening and counselling skills, demonstrating empathy and sensitivity when delivering verbal and written information on diagnosis, prognosis and care. Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, high-quality care, and attend regular breast MDT meetings. Offer holistic support to patients diagnosed through the Symptomatic Breast Service, acting as an accessible point of contact and providing a reliable telephone advice service for concerns relating to symptoms and treatment. Support patients and their families with education, guidance and appropriate resources, enabling informed decision-making and respecting patient rights at all times. Act as a patient advocate, facilitating understanding of treatment options, including participation in clinical trials, while maintaining evidence-based practice.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and Breast Care Nurses to contribute to the development and implementation of integrated care pathways and to ensure a comprehensive service that delivers optimal outcomes for patients with breast disease.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting Clinical Nurse Specialist role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
WhatsApp job alerts
Get instant WhatsApp alerts for Band 6 Nurse roles in Westcliff On Sea
Create your Job Clerk account first. We'll collect your alert preferences during onboarding and help you turn on WhatsApp notifications for matching NHS roles.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Clinical Nurse Specialist - Breast with Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust in Westcliff On Sea, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Clinical nurse specialist role. The advertised salary is £39,959 Per Annum Pro Rata for Part Time. The contract type is Secondment: 12 months (plus unsocial hours). The application deadline is 12 Jun 2026.
Before you apply, compare the job description with the person specification and mirror the employer's essential criteria in your supporting information. Use the vacancy title, employer, location, salary, contract type, closing date and posted date (29 May 2026) to decide whether this role fits your current NHS job search. If the employer can close applications early, prepare the application before the stated deadline rather than waiting for the final day.
For more context, review related Job Clerk pages for the same profession, band or location where they exist, then use the application-support guides to tailor your statement and prepare for interview.