Job Description
Job description
Summary of role
Head of Nursing (Cancer Care)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Nursing (Oncology and Haematology) to lead our cancer nursing teams here at The London Clinic to deliver exceptional specialist care for our patients. This post is located at The London Clinic’s Duchess of Devonshire Wing in London, W1G 6JA.
Established in 1+32, The London Clinic is one of the UK’s largest independent hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London’s medical community around Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of “We go further”, “We work as one” and “We personalise care.”
The Duchess of Devonshire Wing is The London Clinic’s dedicated cancer centre which comprises of 8 floors, including state-of-the-art radiotherapy & chemotherapy suites as well as 47 dedicated patient bedrooms. With the latest advances in surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and immunotherapy, we treat an extensive range of cancers.
Job Profile
This influential post will provide visible, inclusive and approachable senior nursing leadership across the oncology & haematology service (circa 100 staff). You will line manage the Ward Managers & Clinical Nurse Specialists, inspiring and motivating the teams to have the skills, authority and autonomy they need to deliver outstanding person-centred care as well as continuously improve the patient safety and experience.
• Reports to: Chief Nurse
• Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week.
• Shift/Working Pattern: Monday to Friday; 0830 till 1630, with expectation of flexibility
• Job Location: This role is located at The London Clinic’s Duchess of Devonshire Wing in London, W1G 6JA (Close to Regents Park & Baker Street tube stations).
• Benefits package: We offer a comprehensive package which includes a contribution pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 day’s annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers and services, plus an extensive range of other benefits. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.
Duties & Responsibilities
• To line manage the Ward/Unit Managers and the Oncology CNS teams (13 posts across GI, Haematology, Palliative, Gynaecology, Liver, Breast).
• The Modern Matron is accountable and responsible for providing the professional leadership of the registered and non-registered nursing workforce across Cancer Care services.
• To line manage the Ward/Unit Managers and the Oncology CNS teams (13 posts across GI, Haematology, Palliative, Gynaecology, Liver, Breast).
• To implement the cancer services strategy working closely with the AD for Cancer Care to provide operational excellence.
• To provide visible, inclusive and approachable clinical leadership for Cancer Care.
• To lead, inspire and motivate nursing teams to continuously deliver and improve on patient centred care, patient safety, experience and outcome.
• To ensure efficient & effective human, financial, physical/environmental resource management is in place to support safe quality care being provided within the financial resources allocated.
• To actively promote continuous quality improvement- improving person centred care, financial sustainability, improving standards of clinical care, patient experience and outcomes
• To ensure systems are in place for effective nurse recruitment & retention, including local induction programmes & preceptorship packages for newly qualified nurses, career pathways and staff wellbeing.
• To participate in a Silver on Call rota
Skills & Experience
• RGN with valid NMC registration with experience operating in a cancer nursing leadership role.
• Strong evidence of people management, including experience of leading specialist cancer services teams.
• Leadership skills with ability to influence, motivate and inspire nursing teams.
• Experience in managing the performance of nursing teams and clinical nurse specialist in order to deliver of exceptional patient care and improve outcomes.
• Experience of service improvement through robust governance and learning from complaints, audit, patient feedback, staff feedback, incidents
• Significant Experience of measuring and evaluating outcomes in order to secure improvement through continuous improvement as well as active involvement in quality improvement change processes from previous working environments / teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; active listening, negotiation, assertiveness, negotiation, decision making, social awareness with the ability to network internally and externally.
The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
Summary of role
Head of Nursing (Cancer Care)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Nursing (Oncology and Haematology) to lead our cancer nursing teams here at The London Clinic to deliver exceptional specialist care for our patients. This post is located at The London Clinic’s Duchess of Devonshire Wing in London, W1G 6JA.
Established in 1+32, The London Clinic is one of the UK’s largest independent hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London’s medical community around Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of “We go further”, “We work as one” and “We personalise care.”
The Duchess of Devonshire Wing is The London Clinic’s dedicated cancer centre which comprises of 8 floors, including state-of-the-art radiotherapy & chemotherapy suites as well as 47 dedicated patient bedrooms. With the latest advances in surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and immunotherapy, we treat an extensive range of cancers.
Job Profile
This influential post will provide visible, inclusive and approachable senior nursing leadership across the oncology & haematology service (circa 100 staff). You will line manage the Ward Managers & Clinical Nurse Specialists, inspiring and motivating the teams to have the skills, authority and autonomy they need to deliver outstanding person-centred care as well as continuously improve the patient safety and experience.
• Reports to: Chief Nurse
• Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week.
• Shift/Working Pattern: Monday to Friday; 0830 till 1630, with expectation of flexibility
• Job Location: This role is located at The London Clinic’s Duchess of Devonshire Wing in London, W1G 6JA (Close to Regents Park & Baker Street tube stations).
• Benefits package: We offer a comprehensive package which includes a contribution pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 day’s annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers and services, plus an extensive range of other benefits. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.
Duties & Responsibilities
• To line manage the Ward/Unit Managers and the Oncology CNS teams (13 posts across GI, Haematology, Palliative, Gynaecology, Liver, Breast).
• The Modern Matron is accountable and responsible for providing the professional leadership of the registered and non-registered nursing workforce across Cancer Care services.
• To line manage the Ward/Unit Managers and the Oncology CNS teams (13 posts across GI, Haematology, Palliative, Gynaecology, Liver, Breast).
• To implement the cancer services strategy working closely with the AD for Cancer Care to provide operational excellence.
• To provide visible, inclusive and approachable clinical leadership for Cancer Care.
• To lead, inspire and motivate nursing teams to continuously deliver and improve on patient centred care, patient safety, experience and outcome.
• To ensure efficient & effective human, financial, physical/environmental resource management is in place to support safe quality care being provided within the financial resources allocated.
• To actively promote continuous quality improvement- improving person centred care, financial sustainability, improving standards of clinical care, patient experience and outcomes
• To ensure systems are in place for effective nurse recruitment & retention, including local induction programmes & preceptorship packages for newly qualified nurses, career pathways and staff wellbeing.
• To participate in a Silver on Call rota
Skills & Experience
• RGN with valid NMC registration with experience operating in a cancer nursing leadership role.
• Strong evidence of people management, including experience of leading specialist cancer services teams.
• Leadership skills with ability to influence, motivate and inspire nursing teams.
• Experience in managing the performance of nursing teams and clinical nurse specialist in order to deliver of exceptional patient care and improve outcomes.
• Experience of service improvement through robust governance and learning from complaints, audit, patient feedback, staff feedback, incidents
• Significant Experience of measuring and evaluating outcomes in order to secure improvement through continuous improvement as well as active involvement in quality improvement change processes from previous working environments / teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; active listening, negotiation, assertiveness, negotiation, decision making, social awareness with the ability to network internally and externally.
The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Head of Nursing |Cancer Care position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.
