Cancer Patient Navigator | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 27 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,937 - £26,598 Per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 March 2026 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD |
| Company: | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7839848/430-CC26-715A |
Summary
Cancer Navigator
Department:Cancer Services
Band 3, £24,937 - £26,598 Per annum, pro rata
Hours: Part time, 22.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Cancer Navigator team within Gynaecology Cancer Services at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
We are seeking a motivated and organised individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong attention to detail, and effective organisational abilities - key requirements for delivering a high quality, fast paced service.
As a Band 3 Cancer Navigator, you will play an important role in supporting patients and the wider clinical team. The successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal skills, enjoy helping others, and demonstrate a positive, approachable, and team focused attitude
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Interview date:23 March 2026
Act as a patient navigator, tracking each patient’s pathway in line with national guidance
Enter accurate data into the Patient Access System and Somerset Cancer Database, following patient access policies and Consultant instructions
Serve as a central communication point for patients on a cancer pathway, ensuring patients and their families are supported and informed about upcoming appointments
Act as a first point of contact for patient queries and concerns, directing these to the relevant teams and escalating to clinical staff where appropriate
Ensure patient records are kept accurate and up to date, escalating any concerns or pathway delays to the Cancer Manager
Support Specialist Nurses with nurse‑led clinic bookings and preparation
Assist in coordinating Holistic Needs Assessments, including patient bookings and outcome recording
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards – a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards – and the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
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NHS Staff Survey:Our staff scored Autonomy and Control at 7.19, well above the national average. Here, you’re trusted to lead, innovate, and shape your work.
Contribute as an active member of the Macmillan and Oncology Unit teams, supporting the delivery of Trust objectives.
Support the Trust’s compliance with Clinical Governance and Risk Management standards.
Work closely with the MDT to ensure patients, GPs, and referring hospitals receive timely and accurate updates regarding the patient pathway (e.g., appointments, test results, procedures).
Please refer to attached Job description for further information.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
This advert closes on Friday 13 Mar 2026