Macmillan Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist

Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, compassionate and dynamic registered nurse to join the Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist Team at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust.

We are a small, friendly and supportive team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals with suspected or confirmed lung cancer. This role offers the opportunity to develop specialist expertise within lung cancer services whilst working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.

The successful applicant will play a key role in supporting patients throughout their cancer journey and will contribute to service development, quality improvement and the ongoing delivery of excellent cancer care. Applications are welcomed from nurses with experience in lung cancer or related specialties who are keen to further develop their knowledge and skills within this rewarding field.

Main duties of the job
As a Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will manage a caseload of patients with suspected or confirmed lung cancer, providing specialist advice, support and care coordination throughout their cancer pathway.

Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, you will undertake holistic assessments, develop personalised care plans and act as a key worker for patients and their families. You will work closely with colleagues across acute, community and palliative care services to ensure patients receive seamless, high-quality support and treatment.

The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing development of the service, support quality improvement initiatives and help deliver excellent patient experience and outcomes.

Applications are welcomed from nurses with experience in lung cancer care or related specialties who are keen to develop their knowledge and skills within this rewarding field. We are committed to supporting professional development and, as this post is adopted by Macmillan Cancer Support, the successful candidate will benefit from access to a wide range of educational, networking and development opportunities.

About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

We offer colleagues:

• A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference and Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.

Please note:

• Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
• Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
• Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
• All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

Closing date: 04 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 421-LTUCC-4050S

Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Informal visits and enquiries are strongly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting:

• Jill Hanson, Lung Cancer CNS Team Leader, on 01423 555872 or email jillian.hanson@nhs.net
• Gemma Brooksbank, Matron for Cancer Services, gemma.brooksbank@nhs.net

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team and make a meaningful difference to the lives of patients and their families affected by lung cancer.

Essential qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• First level degree in related subject or willing to undertake a Degree Pathway
• Evidence of continued professional development in cancer related subject
• Recognised teaching qualification or prepared to work towards
• Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work towards

Essential experience

• Relevant post registration experience at band 5 or above in oncology or related speciality
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working
• Experience of service development and quality improvement
• Evidence of good communication skills

Desirable experience

• Experience of audit and research
• Leadership and management experience
• Experience of patient involvement/feedback initiatives
• Experience of teaching

Essential knowledge

• Awareness of the impact that cancer has on patients and their family/carers
• Knowledge of current national cancer strategy and how it impacts upon local service provision and personalised care

Desirable knowledge

• Knowledge regarding the diagnosis and treatment pathways for lung cancers

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Sir Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre, 21 Lancaster Park Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/

For questions about the job, contact:
Matron for Haematology and Oncology, Gemma Brooksbank, gemma.brooksbank@nhs.net, 07918473551