Lead Oncology Nurse

Job Title: Lead Oncology Nurse

Location: Marylebone (Hybrid option available)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: -47,000 to -60,000

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Lead Oncology Nurse to oversee and develop a specialist nursing team delivering high-quality oncology care, including chemotherapy administration, directly in patients'' homes.

This is a senior clinical leadership role requiring both advanced oncology expertise and strong leadership capability. You will be responsible for ensuring safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care delivery across a community-based cancer treatment service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of oncology nurses delivering home-based chemotherapy and cancer care
• Provide clinical oversight for all oncology nursing activities within the community service
• Ensure safe administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) in line with national guidelines
• Act as clinical expert and escalation point for complex oncology cases
• Support training, supervision, and professional development of nursing staff
• Maintain compliance with oncology protocols, governance, and CQC standards
• Work collaboratively with consultants, acute oncology teams, and primary care providers
• Drive service improvement and innovation in home-based cancer care delivery
• Ensure high standards of patient safety, experience, and clinical outcomes

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 7-8 years'' post-registration oncology nursing experience
• Extensive experience in systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) / chemotherapy administration
• Previous experience in a Senior Nurse / Ward Sister / Charge Nurse role (essential)
• Proven experience in leadership within an oncology setting
• Strong clinical knowledge of oncology treatments, toxicities, and emergency management
• Valid NMC registration (Adult Nurse level)
• Experience working in either acute oncology, day units, or community oncology services
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience as a Clinical Lead or Matron-level role in oncology
• Experience setting up or managing home chemotherapy / hospital-at-home services
• Oncology certification or specialist qualifications
• Experience in service development or quality improvement initiatives

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead a growing specialist community oncology service
• Supportive senior leadership team
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The chance to make a meaningful difference by delivering care in patients'' homes

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your oncology experience and leadership background.

View Full Details