Colorectal Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist

Posting date:	11 February 2026
Salary:	£47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year
Additional salary information:	£47810.00 - £54710.00 a year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	23 February 2026
Location:	Isleworth, TW7 6AF
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	C9289-26-0051

Summary

Key working relationships Colorectal MDT Colorectal consultants Consultant oncologist Specialist Palliative care Team Lead Nurse for Cancer Cancer Manager Cancer CNS team across both sites RM Partners MDT coordinators Genetics service Central Middlesex Hospital Physiotherapy department Roles and responsibilities Clinical Knowledge and practice/Leadership Conduct a nurse led clinic including the development of written protocols based on national standards, arranging investigations, reviewing results, diagnosing and referring back to a medical team as appropriate. Demonstrate specialist skills and knowledge through expert evidence based nursing practice Maintain a high level profile in the clinical area, acting as a role model for other health care professionals Develop written protocols and operational policy to support the autonomous practice of a specialist nurse conducting nurse led clinics. Develop a deep understanding and broad knowledge of colorectal cancer and apply to patient assessment Participate in advanced communication skills while listening and talking to patients and their significant relationships. Utilise other members of the MDT when appropriate to facilitate comprehensive holistic assessment and care to patients To provide professional clinical leadership and expertise to other nursing staff. Conduct periodic audits for reporting as required nationally and within the Trust Education/Leadership Promote patient/carer independence through the provision of relevant teaching and support. Participate in and organise study days/education programmes. Develop resource and teaching packs for use by patients and/or staff in the clinical and educational setting. Proactively involve patients and public to comment on the service and influence relevant changes Ensure the provision of appropriate written information is available to patients and staff. Participate in the Trusts ongoing educational programmes. Liaise with other charities, organisations and agencies dedicated to colorectal cancer, LARS and Lynch syndrome. Promote bowel cancer awareness by participating in campaigns Research/Audit/ Quality Utilise up-to-date research findings in the delivery of patient care and to disseminate this knowledge to all members of the multidisciplinary team. Participate as appropriate in relevant research studies and audit findings and disseminate these findings to clinical practice as appropriate in order to develop best practice. Identify opportunities for nursing research within own specialist area and carry out nursing research appropriate to the speciality. Regularly audit service including eliciting the views of patients, carers and professionals ensuring patient feedback is incorporated into developments in the service. Attend relevant departmental and Directorate and network meetings relating to clinical governance and to contribute to the clinical governance agenda. Management Liaise with other members of the team to ensure that there is an efficient use of resources, human, financial and time. Ensure that there is a safe and acceptable environment for clients/patient. Act as a patient/staff advocate through the application of ethical, legal and professional knowledge and skills. Personal development Demonstrates continuous evaluation and reflection of own practice and make changes where appropriate. Participate in the already established reflective practice meeting with the colorectal nursing team Takes personal responsibility for life-long learning and personal development through clinical supervision, appraisal and appropriate professional and Trust standards / frameworks for skills and behaviours. Be accountable for own training and development needs, including compliance with Trust mandatory and statutory training requirements. Actively engage and identify opportunities for own learning and development, including accredited training as appropriate. Ensure compliance with best practice and NICE guidance in relation to patient pathways, and supports junior colleagues in achieving compliance. Promote patient participation in decision making and enable their informed choice of appointments in line with trust booking policy. Undertake other duties as appropriate to the grade at the request of the line manager and/ or Trust that may be required from time to time. Participate in annual review of the role and JD, and modify as required to meet the evolving nature of the post. Collaboration/ Consultancy Work in a collaborative manner with all members of the multidisciplinary team and other health care professionals recognising the unique contribution of other disciplines and appropriately referring. Recognise own limitations and seek advice and support on referrals. Act as a resource within the Trust and to participate in Trust-wide professional groups as appropriate. Represent the Trust locally and nationally, participating in and speaking at conferences. Act as a resource to primary care teams, attending meetings organised by the PCT as appropriate. Provide specialist advice and support related to the purchasing and commissioning of resources/services. Act in an advisory/ collaborative role with senior management in issues relating to the specialty Act as a specialist resource for the management of patients. Person specification Job title Colorectal Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist Band 7 Division Planned Care Evidence for suitability in the role will be measured via a mixture of application form, testing and interview. E = essentialD = desirable Trust values Puttingpatients first E Responsive to patients and staff E Open and honest E Unfailingly kind E Determined to develop E Education and qualifications Registered Nurse Qualification E Degree Level education E Post registration education in relevant specialty E Teaching Qualification E Working towards a masters D Experience Experience of working with patients with colorectal cancer E Experience of working with other multidisciplinary members E Autonomous working D Delivering educational seminars to other staff D Experience of working with electronic patient records E Skills and knowledge Demonstrate initiative E Systematic working and documentation E Excellent communication skills E IT literate E Ability to plan and prioritise own workload E Demonstrates understanding of cancer waiting targets E Collaborates well in a multidisciplinary team E Demonstrates knowledge of colorectal cancer surgery E Personal qualities Flexible and adaptable in approach when required E Works well under pressure and in stressful situations E Approachable E Motivated and enthusiastic E Excellent communication skills E Teamplayer E