Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist - Breast

We're looking for a compassionate and experienced Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist - Breast to join our team on a 12-month fixed term contract at our state-of-the-art Rapid Diagnostics Centre in Central London (W1G 7LD).

This is a pivotal senior role at the forefront of breast cancer care within a modern, patient-focused diagnostic centre offering same-day triple assessment for patients referred with breast symptoms.

You'll lead and inspire a dedicated team of Breast Clinical Nurse Specialists, delivering clinical excellence while working closely with a respected multidisciplinary team in a purpose-built unit with cutting-edge technology.

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of breast services in a progressive, world-class healthcare setting, with access to national networks, specialist training, leadership development, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Job Profile:

As the Lead Breast Cancer CNS, you will play a key strategic and clinical role in driving the highest standards of care for patients undergoing breast cancer investigations, treatment, and support.

This is a Band 8a role, reflecting the seniority, autonomy, and leadership required to influence service development and deliver expert clinical practice. Working within a cutting-edge diagnostic environment, you'll lead a team of experienced and aspiring breast care nurses, ensuring the delivery of gold-standard, person centred keyworker care throughout the pathway.

Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team of world class surgeons, oncologists, nurses and allied health professionals, you will play a key role in optimising all aspects of care experience and clinical outcomes.

• Job Type: 12 Months Fixed-Term Contract
• Hours: 37.5 Monday to Friday
• Salary: A competitive Band 8a range depending on experience
• Location: 142 - 146 Harley Street, London

• Benefits package:
  Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%).
  Private Medical Healthcare.
  33 day's annual leave (Inclusive of bank holidays).
  Season ticket travel loan, family friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers/services, plus much more.
  We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.

This is a role where clinical expertise meets leadership. You will:

• Act as the clinical lead for the breast specialist nursing team.
• Coordinate and deliver expert keyworker support from diagnosis through to treatment and survivorship
• Ensure smooth, timely and compassionate care during same-day triple assessment clinics
• Foster clinical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Champion patient experience, equity of access and informed decision-making
• Provide mentorship and training to junior nurses in our cancer service.

If you've submitted an application and would like to arrange an informal visit or speak to someone about the role, please contact our recruitment team at

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a clinical expert and key contact for breast cancer patients.

• Empower patients by providing specialist advice, education, and emotional support to patients and their chosen care partners.

• Lead on the development of person-centred care plans, ensuring high standards of care.

• Work collaboratively with oncologists, surgeons, and allied health professionals to optimise patient care and

• Contribute to service development, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills and Experience:

• NMC Registered Nurse (Adult) with extensive specialist experience in Oncology/Breast cancer as a senior nurse/CNS or ANP.
• Passionate about improving outcomes and experiences for people with breast cancer through the formulation of patient-centred care planning.
• Skilled in team leadership, with a proven ability to inspire, develop and manage others.
• Confident in autonomous clinical decision-making and service development.
• Committed to collaborative multi-disciplinary team working in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in cancer care.

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.