Job summary
- Main area
- Oncology and Chemotherapy
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 387-SPS6479-GB-B
- Employer
- Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre
- Town
- Bristol
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 pa / pa pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 09/11/2026 17:00
Employer heading
Staff Nurse
Band 5
North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.
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Job overview
Staff Nurse (Band 5) - Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC) and Weston General Hospital
The Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC) is the regional specialist centre for Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care in the South West. We are delighted to offer Band 5 Staff Nurse opportunities across our clinical areas. Our inpatient wards and Chemotherapy Day Unit provide an excellent platform to specialise, broaden experience and develop a rewarding nursing career in cancer care.
We would love to hear from newly qualified nurses and experienced Band 5's, we have roles to suit all levels of experience and aspiration. At application or interview, you will be able to state a preferred clinical area, while also benefiting from opportunities to work across services, with different staff groups, and rotate as part of your development.
Please watch the below video to learn more about BHOC and what this exemplary centre can offer:
Main duties of the job
We are able to offer positions within the following area's:
🔹 Ward D603 – Specialist Haematology and Oncology Inpatient Ward and Teenage and Young Adult Inpatient Ward (D601).
🔹Ward D703 - Combined Haematology and Stem Cell Transplant Ward.
🔹 D502 - Chemotherapy Day Unit (Hospital & Community Satellites).
🔹Weston Oncology and Haematology Day Unit
Working Across Services
We can offer you a supportive package of opportunities for development:
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Experience across inpatient, ambulatory, emergency care and day case settings
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Development of skills specific to Haematology and oncology along with a wide range of highly transferable clinical skills relevant to any onwards career progression
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Exposure to the full cancer pathway, from acute presentation to treatment delivery to end of life
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Clear progression routes and support to develop into specialist, clinical research or senior nursing and advanced practice roles
Working for our organisation
What We’re Looking For
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NMC registered Nurse (or due to qualify)
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Commitment to delivering outstanding, compassionate care
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Dedication to patient experience and safety standards
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Passion for teamwork and great communication skills
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Enthusiasm for learning, professional development, and sharing ideas
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Interest in specialising within haematology and oncology services
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Commitment to excellence!
What We Offer
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Structured preceptorship support for newly qualified nurses
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Ongoing training and clinical development
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Friendly, supportive teams with strong leadership
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Opportunities for rotation, mentorship and supported career progression within BHOC and wider services at Weston
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Flexible working options, including full‑time, part‑time and secondment opportunities
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NHS pension and staff benefits
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information please refer to the job description attached to this vacancy.
Please reach out for more information:
[email protected] - Director of Nursing
[email protected] - Deputy Director of Nursing
[email protected] - Inpatient Matron
[email protected] - Outpatient/day unit Matron.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
- Appropriate post registration experience in Haematology or Oncology nursing
- Appropriate proven leadership and management experience
- Experience as preceptor/mentor
Desirable criteria
- Experience of undertaking research or audit projects
- Evidence of commitment to research based practice or evidence of project work undertaken
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Organisation and management skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to perform clinical activities specific to cancer care
- Competency in medication administration including intravenous medication
- Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient
- Interpersonal skills – Calm - Supportive - Motivated - Professional
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to manage difficult situations
- Awareness of audit & research
- Act as a role model and as a mentor/assessor
- Flexible working practices for 24 hour service
Education and qualifications
Essential criteria
- Nursing degree and current NMC registration
- Experience in teaching, assessing and mentoring
- Interest in clinical area
Desirable criteria
- Relevant accredited post registration qualification
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Lisa Thomas
- Job title
- Matron - Recruitment Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01173426619
- Additional information
How to Apply
When applying, please:
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Indicate your preferred clinical area (D603, D703 or Chemotherapy Day Unit)
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Highlight any interest in working across more than one area or a rotation
We will take individual preference, skills and service needs into account during shortlisting and interview.
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