Nurse Lead - Colposcopy Services
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Ardwick, ManchesterView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
The Lead Nurse runs the colposcopy service, doing assessments, treatments and follow‑up for cervical screening patients. It suits experienced nurses who can work independently and guide a team.
What you'll need
- Be a registered nurse with NMC registration.
- Have several years of experience in colposcopy or women’s health nursing.
- Show proven leadership or team‑lead experience.
- Hold a relevant post‑graduate qualification or equivalent training in colposcopy.
- Be able to work autonomously and follow national clinical guidelines.
How to boost your chances
- Update your CV to highlight colposcopy procedures you have performed.
- Gather references that speak to your leadership and clinical skills.
- Prepare examples of how you improved patient safety or service quality.
- Check the Trust’s website for their values and mention them in your cover letter.
- Ensure you have a current DBS check ready.
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Job description
Job overview The Lead Nurse Colposcopist role provides senior specialist clinical leadership within the colposcopy service and is responsible for supporting the safe, effective and timely delivery of care for patients referred through the cervical screening and suspected cancer pathways. The post holder will undertake autonomous colposcopy assessment, treatment and follow-up, while ensuring care is delivered in line with national standards, clinical governance requirements and best practice. Th…
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
6 October 2026
Last checked
6 October 2026
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