Sister​/Charge Nurse

Main area Oncology and Haematology Grade NHS AfC:
Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working

Employer Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Huddersfield Royal Infirmary Town Huddersfield Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 18/09/2026 23:59 Interview date 28/09/2026

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.

We are committed to recruiting to our values. Leading One Culture of Care underpins our values by creating an environment, tone and behaviours across all parts of the Trust that are fundamentally rooted in compassionate care.

We are open to considering a wide range of flexible working arrangements. There are opportunities to flex the days of the week, hours and times of work and place of work including: part-time, job-share, flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home when appropriate. Please talk to us during the interview process to discuss any flexibility that you may require.

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Our Future Plans

The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded capital funding to invest in local health services at both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This is a significant investment and an opportunity to enhance services for our populations in Calderdale and Huddersfield and West Yorkshire for generations to come. To find out more, please visit

An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced and motivated registered nurse's to join our Acute Oncology and Helpline Team as a Sister/Charge Nurse.

This is a rewarding leadership role that combines clinical expertise, specialist cancer nursing practice, and operational management responsibilities. The successful candidate will provide visible clinical and managerial leadership, supporting the delivery of high-quality, safe, and patient-centred care.

The post requires specialist responsibilities within Acute Oncology, including triaging and assessing patients via the Oncology and Haematology Helpline, managing patients attending the assessment area, and acting as the Clinical Nurse Specialist for patients diagnosed with Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP) and Malignancy of Unknown Origin (MUO). You will work closely with oncology, haematology and wider cancer services to provide expert advice, support, and continuity of care throughout the patient pathway.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Band 5 nurse's looking to progress into a senior leadership role or an established Band 6 nurse seeking to further develop their specialist oncology expertise.

The post holder will provide professional, clinical and operational leadership within the Oncology and Haematology service, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient-centred care. They will lead and support the nursing team, coordinate patient care, undertake Acute Oncology triage and assessment, and act as Clinical Nurse Specialist for patients with Cancer of Unknown Primary and Malignancy of Unknown Origin. The role also includes responsibility for staff development, service improvement, clinical audit and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and experience are maintained.

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) is a forward-thinking and dynamic organisation committed to delivering outstanding care for the communities we serve. We provide a wide range of acute and community health services across Calderdale, Huddersfield and surrounding areas, with our dedicated workforce placing patients at the heart of everything we do.

At CHFT, we are proud of our values and our commitment to improving the lives of local people through compassionate, high-quality care. We foster a culture of inclusion, teamwork and continuous improvement, ensuring our colleagues feel supported, valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

As part of our Oncology and Haematology team, you will work alongside experienced…