Job Description:

Senior Oncology Nurse Location: Essex
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum FTE
Hours: Part-time – 19 hours per week

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Oncology Nurse to join a specialist oncology team within a leading private healthcare provider in Essex.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced oncology nurse looking to take on a senior role within a dedicated oncology setting, supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.

The Role As a Senior Oncology Nurse, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the oncology service, supporting patients throughout their treatment journey and helping to maintain high standards of clinical care and patient safety.

You will also have the opportunity to take a lead within the nursing team, working independently while supporting colleagues and contributing to the continued development of the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to oncology patients.
  
  
• Administer chemotherapy and SACT treatments in line with clinical protocols.
  
  
• Support the organisation and coordination of oncology care.
  
  
• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to members of the nursing team.
  
  
• Work confidently and independently within a specialist oncology environment.
  
  
• Ensure patient safety, dignity and confidentiality are maintained at all times.
  
  
• Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the oncology service.
  
  

About You We are looking for an experienced and motivated oncology nurse who can demonstrate:

• NMC Registered Nurse status.
  
  
• Relevant post-registration qualification or recognised training in chemotherapy administration / SACT.
  
  
• Previous experience working within oncology.
  
  
• Experience administering chemotherapy/SACT.
  
  
• The ability to lead and support a nursing team.
  
  
• The confidence to work independently and make sound clinical decisions.
  
  
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
  
  
• A compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
  
  

What's on Offer?

• Salary of up to £45,000 FTE. (pro rata for part time)
  
  
• Part-time working – 19 hours per week.
  
  
• Private healthcare benefits.
  
  
• Pension scheme.
  
  
• Life assurance.
  
  
• Employee assistance programme.
  
  
• Annual leave plus bank holidays.
  
  
• Flexible working arrangements where possible.
  
  
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
  
  
• Staff discounts and additional lifestyle benefits.
  
  
• Free parking, where available.
  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Oncology / SACT Nurse to join a well-established specialist service and develop their career within a supportive private healthcare environment.

Interested? Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about the role and the organisation. Call Clara on (phone number removed) for more information.