Band 7 Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	15 May 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£55,524 - £62,652 Per annum inclusive of HCAS
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	14 June 2026
Location:	Barnet, Hertfordshire, EN5 3DJ
Company:	Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	7986294/391-RFL-7986294

Summary

Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist in Palliative Care (Hospital)

Department of Palliative Medicine

Based atBarnet Hospital site

This post is one year fixed term maternity cover 37.5 hours per week, 9am-5pm, including weekends and bank holidays



The CNS contributes to the provision of specialist palliative care in the acute hospital setting for patients facing life-limiting illnesses (within the remit of the multi- disciplinary team) accepting patient referrals to agreed criteria and managing their own caseload with the support of the Lead Nurse and Consultant Nurse. They will provide advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health and social care professionals. They will contribute to the development and smooth running of the service. The post holder will work to agreed professional, departmental and Trust boundaries as required to provide patient centred seamless care and will take part in the 7 day / week service for hospital patients at Barnet Hospital.



The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. The Royal Free London NHS FT believes in developing talent so the successful individual will be supported with any relevant training and mentorship necessary for success in the role. We are seeking an astute, talented leader so if this sounds like you and you are looking for a position where you are valued, developed and constructively challenged every day, then don’t miss out on this opportunity.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification.


This advert closes on Friday 29 May 2026