Radiotherapy Staff Nurse Role in London with Sponsorship: Apply Now

Caring for people through complex cancer treatments can change lives, including your own.

Location
London – University College London Hospital, Euston Road, NW1 2BU

Type
Fixed Term – Full-time (12 months)

Salary (£)
£46,419 to £55,046 per annum inclusive of HCAS

About University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
UCLH is one of the UK’s most advanced and diverse NHS Trusts, leading in research, teaching, and world-class patient care. Their mission is simple: deliver compassionate healthcare powered by innovation. From cancer and neurology to women’s health, they offer treatments that make a difference every day. As one of England’s top-ranked NHS employers, they take pride in nurturing their people as much as their patients.

Job details

Benefits

• Flexible working – arrangements that suit your personal and professional life.
• World-class training – including support for independent or supplementary prescribing.
• Career development – access to CPD and opportunities across photon and proton departments.
• Inclusive culture – a workplace that values diversity, equality, and teamwork.
• Pension scheme – NHS Pension for your long-term financial wellbeing.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (NMC Part 1 or 2).
• Experience at Band 5 level in acute or oncology settings.
• Strong communication skills across verbal, written, and digital formats.
• Confidence in patient review, care planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Commitment to professional growth and reflective practice.
• Desirable: oncology experience or a teaching qualification.

Salary Details

This Band 6 position offers £46,419 to £55,046 per annum (inclusive of HCAS), under the Agenda for Change pay scheme.

About the Role

This role offers the chance to join the Radiotherapy and Proton Beam Therapy Review Team at UCLH, one of only two NHS sites delivering proton therapy. You’ll rotate between the photon and proton departments, working closely with patients throughout their treatment. Your job is to help them understand the radiotherapy process, manage side effects, and feel supported every step of the way.

You’ll assess and review patients, create care plans, and communicate with the wider MDT to keep treatment seamless. Whether it’s helping someone understand their recovery options or reacting to an unexpected machine breakdown, your decisions will help keep care safe and compassionate. Training is fully provided to help you thrive in this high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess patients during radiotherapy to ensure their wellbeing and treatment accuracy.
• Educate patients on treatment processes and side effects to build understanding and confidence.
• Collaborate with the MDT to communicate updates and ensure continuity of care.
• Support clinical governance and suggest improvements to maintain high standards of safety and quality.
• Act as a role model for junior staff, offering guidance and professional leadership.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

UCLH is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. They welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure that everyone is treated with respect and fairness throughout the recruitment process.

Employer Details

• Company Name: University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: 235 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BU
• Contact: Laura Allington, Operational Lead for PBT – l.allington@nhs.net

Reference Number
309-UCLH-6994

How To Apply
Interested? Submit your application through the NHS Jobs portal before the closing date. Don’t wait too long – roles like this at UCLH attract passionate nurses ready to make a difference every day.