Job summary

Ward A11L have an exciting new opportunity for a Band 5 Registered Nurse.

Do you take enormous pride in delivering safe, compassionate care, resulting in a high quality patient experience?

Do you have a passion to work within Medicine and promote high standards of care delivery?

Do you want to make a difference to Patient care?

If yes, we want you to join our friendly, committed and dynamic team on Ward A11 Left.

Our aim is for our Ward to be a centre of excellence. There is on-going investment to ensure our staff have the right skills, values and expertise to provide high quality specialist care for our patients.

Ward A11L is a mixed sex general medical ward with a focus on Respiratory and General Medicine, we deal with complex and acute medical conditions so no two days are the same. We adopt a rehabilitation approach working closely with our therapy teams which helps to promote and maintain mobility and independence for our patients.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, happy, professional individual who takes pride in their work, committed to the teams vision with strong leadership qualities, a strong understanding of Trust Values and passionate about strengthening an existing team.

This role requires an active UK NMC Registration

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview Date: 14th October 2026

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job summary

This busy purpose built Haematology/Oncology Day Unit is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate individual with good organisational and communication skills, to compliment the existing team.The Day Care unit is comprised of 14chair treatment area, procedure room, alternative therapy suite and many clinic rooms. The day unit is very busy seeing approximately 250 patients per week.The unit's activities include the administration of chemotherapy, supportive care and occasional blood transfusion, Training would be provided for chemotherapy administration.

This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly

Please note this position is not open to Newly Qualified Staff Nurses.

This role required NMC Registration.

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview date: 14th October

Main duties of the job

We have a full time post of 37.5 hrs per week post for staff nurse in the Haematology and Oncology Day Unit which operates shifts of 8-6pm Monday - Friday including bank holidays.We actively support professional development through provision of places on National Study Days/Conferences where appropriate. In addition we have a unit based Practice Educator to support our:Local induction programmeUniversity Accredited Chemotherapy CourseUniversity Accredited Haematology CourseIn-house education programme.* If you are interested in relocating to Bournemouth we offer an excellent relocation package of up to £13,000. For further details on relocation expenses please visit the Trust website.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

153-SP06817

Job locations

Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Contact Tess George Ward Sister on 03000195119 / 03000194774 or email [email protected] if you would like a visit or any queries.

Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. Contact Tess George Ward Sister on 03000195119 / 03000194774 or email [email protected] if you would like a visit or any queries.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse.
• Advanced Diploma/Degree in Adult Health Nursing Studies

Desirable

• Teaching Qualification
• Post registration courses related to the Haematology/Oncology

Experience

Essential

• Experience of caring for patients with acute and long term conditions
• Demonstrable clinical experience

Desirable

• End of life care

Technical Skills Competencies

Essential

• Basic IT Skills
• Demonstrate ability with vital signs monitoring equipment and ability to recognise the deteriorating patient
• Non-IV and IV medication administration including adminisitration of blood products
• Calculation of drug doses for infusions requiring frequent concentration.

Desirable

• Venepuncture and cannulation
• Adminsitration of Chemotherapy
• Awareness of Audit

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate fundamental nursing knowledge and practice skills
• Knowledge of the conditions relevant to Haematology/Oncology

Desirable

• Awareness of patient experience, quality and safety agenda's that support Governance Frameworks.

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Effective communication using a variety of methods
• Ability to communicate sensitive and complex information to patients, carers and significant
• Able to work unsupervised and on own initiative
• Able to integrate and work within the MDT
• Organisation and planning skills
• Prioritisation skills
• Time management skills

Desirable

• Leadership and management

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registered Nurse. Advanced Diploma/Degree in Adult Health Nursing Studies Desirable Teaching Qualification Post registration courses related to the Haematology/Oncology Experience Essential Experience of caring for patients with acute and long term conditions Demonstrable clinical experience Desirable End of life care Technical Skills Competencies Essential Basic IT Skills Demonstrate ability with vital signs monitoring equipment and ability to recognise the deteriorating patient Non-IV and IV medication administration including adminisitration of blood products Calculation of drug doses for infusions requiring frequent concentration. Desirable Venepuncture and cannulation Adminsitration of Chemotherapy Awareness of Audit Knowledge Essential Ability to demonstrate fundamental nursing knowledge and practice skills Knowledge of the conditions relevant to Haematology/Oncology Desirable Awareness of patient experience, quality and safety agenda's that support Governance Frameworks. Interpersonal Skills Essential Effective communication using a variety of methods Ability to communicate sensitive and complex information to patients, carers and significant Able to work unsupervised and on own initiative Able to integrate and work within the MDT Organisation and planning skills Prioritisation skills Time management skills Desirable Leadership and management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Do you take enormous pride in delivering safe, compassionate care, resulting in a high-quality patient experience?

Do you want to make a difference to patient care?

This is an exciting opportunity for a professional, enthusiastic, positive nurse who takes pride in their work to create a vision and collaboratively work with the multi-disciplinary team to promote and build and maintain independence for our patients. Lulworth ward is a complex care medical ward managed by advanced nurse practitioners and has a secondment opportunity for 9 months to cover maternity leave.

This role requires an active UK NMC Registration

Base Location: Poole Hospital

Interview Date: 7th October 26

Main duties of the job

We are looking for committed and dynamic nurses with excellent communication skills and above all a real desire and passion to work with people, getting it right for patients and their families.

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate willingness and capability to work flexibly with a commitment to excellent team working that is absolutely essential during potentially stressful and challenging situations.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

For UHD employees, this fixed-term post will be offered as a secondment in line with the Trust's Secondment Policy. Please speak with your line manager before applying.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for aBand 6 Endometriosis Nurse Specialist to join the Women's Health Gynaecology Team at University Hospitals Dorset (UHD).

UHD is a specialist Endometriosis Centre of Excellence, providing care for patients with severe and complex endometriosis, including those requiring joint surgery with gynaecology and colorectal and teams.

This is a varied and rewarding role for a Registered Nurse looking to develop their career in specialist gynaecology. The role combines your own patient clinics and caseload with coordination of the Endometriosis MDT, preparation of patients for complex surgery and the organisation needed to keep their pathway moving.

You will be the dedicated Endometriosis Nurse Specialist and work with a high level of autonomy, while being well supported by our endometriosis consultants and the wider team of Gynaecology Nurse Specialists.

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, organised and confident working independently, with excellent communication skills and a genuine interest in developing specialist endometriosis care.

This is an exciting time to join UHD, with opportunities to develop your specialist skills and contribute to the future development of the service.

Base location: Poole Hospital, with weekly cross-site working at Bournemouth Hospital.

Interview date: Friday 9th October - Afternoon

Main duties of the job

The Endometriosis Nurse Specialist has a varied and autonomous role, combining specialist patient care with the coordination of complex endometriosis pathways.

You will manage your own caseload through nurse-led clinics, providing information, advice and support to patients from investigation and diagnosis through to treatment, surgery and follow-up.

A key part of the role is coordinating the Severe Endometriosis Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), working closely with endometriosis consultants and colleagues across gynaecology, colorectal surgery and urology to support well-planned, joined-up care.

You will coordinate patients requiring complex endometriosis surgery, ensuring they are prepared and supported throughout their surgical pathway. UHD runs two joint endometriosis theatre lists across its sites, so strong organisation, communication and attention to detail are essential. The role includes a significant administrative element alongside direct patient care.

As the dedicated Endometriosis Nurse Specialist, you will work autonomously while being part of a supportive team of Gynaecology Nurse Specialists and the wider MDT.

The role also offers opportunities to contribute to patient education, service improvement and the continued development of the UHD endometriosis service.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process

Job summary

To provide specialist nursing expertise within the Interim Team Community Discharge to Assess Service.

Main duties of the job

To work with patients under the care of the service, for provision of a specialist nursing assessment or a generic core Initial assessment and screening tools making excellent use of MDT working.To undertake specialist nursing and assessment and treatment and also the development of rehabilitation/care programmes for adults, many of whom have complex medical and social needs with the aim of improving independence, function and quality of life.To promote avoidance of hospital admission through early recognition and effective management of the deteriorating patient, close agency working and being involved in Rapid Response initiatives and local practices where necessary.To support the role of the Clinical Lead, deputising in their absence as appropriate.To deliver regular education and training to staff within the service on core clinical skills relevant to the patient group including, infection control, medication management and wound care.

Interview: 5th October

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

153-CO06769

Job locations

Christchurch Day Hospital

158 Fairmile Road, Fairmile

Christchurch

BH23 2JX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To work with patients under the care of the service, for provision of a specialist nursing assessment or a generic core Initial assessment and screening tools making excellent use of MDT working.2. To undertake specialist nursing and assessment and treatment and also the development of rehabilitation/care programmes for adults, many of whom have complex medical and social needs with the aim of improving independence, function and quality of life.3. To promote avoidance of hospital admission through early recognition and effective management of the deteriorating patient, close agency working and being involved in Rapid Response initiatives and local practices where necessary.4. To support the role of the Clinical Lead, deputising in their absence as appropriate.5. To deliver regular education and training to staff within the service on core clinical skills relevant to the patient group including, infection control, medication management and wound care.Communication and Working Relationship SkillsCommunicates complex and sensitive information with patients regarding their management, treatment goals, likely outcomes, and ongoing care plans, taking into consideration communication differences and difficulties which may include but not be limited to, sensory loss, communication and cognitive impairments, and mood disturbances, ensuring this is done in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture.Liaises and communicates effectively with carers and relatives, verbally or in writing, regarding their diagnosis, management and rehabilitation.Acts as a role model and provides support to junior staff and other members of the MDT when communicating sensitive and sometimes distressing information to patients, relatives and carers.Takes a collaborative role in ensuring effective communication with the multidisciplinary team, as well as colleagues across wider community health and social care services, to ensure a unified approach to treatment options and the delivery of optimum patient care.Pro-actively establishes links and networks with other nurses within the Trust, regionally and nationally in order to share best practice.Is proactive in coordinating high quality and timely written and verbal onward referrals to appropriate community services.To maintain accurate and confidential patient health care records and to submit statistical returns for the purpose of auditing and monitoring Analytical and Judgemental SkillsExercises independent clinical judgement by analysing and interpreting clinical signs and considers the range of options available.Able to assimilate large volumes of complex clinical information in order to inform clinical decision making at paceWorks with staff in ensuring that patients progress is monitored and evaluated effectively and treatment programs are adapted in line with evidence base as required.To lead in undertaking risk assessments relating to nursing interventions and especially in relation to patient safety in their own environment for example, medications management.Acts as deputy lead in the absence of the clinical lead, practising at a specialist level, demonstrating the ability to make judgements and decisions regarding patient care pathways, drawing on specialist theoretical, research and practical knowledge.Planning and Organisational SkillsOrganises own time, to manage and prioritise own caseload and manage clinical risk of own interventions.Role models flexibility and the need to be able to offer support to other clinical areas as required in line with escalation policy and major incident policy.Identifies to the Team Lead and Band 7 ESD Nurse any areas of concern in service delivery and works with them using a QI approach to plan and deliver service improvements.Organises and delivers an on-going programme of education and training to the staff within the service including induction training, competency assessment and nursing skills training to ensure patients are cared for safely and effectively.In the absence of the Clinical Lead coordinates the staffing workforce to deliver a timely and effective service including providing cover for sickness absence.Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and TherapyTo assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients, to meet their specific needs, using specialist clinical acumenTo provide highly complex information to patients and their families/carers, to empower them to manage their condition effectively and to make long-term health care choicesTo manage patient treatments using protocols regarding medication regimes, as clinically indicated.Provides expertise as a specialist clinician with advisory and clinical input into quality and harm-free patient care for patients, carers and MDT staff and other healthcare professionalsIn line with current evidence and using specialist clinical reasoning skills and physical assessment techniques, is responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients with frailty, providing particular expertise in:o Frailty syndromeo Falls, and multifactorial risks for fallso Medications managemento Nutritiono Pressure area careo Continence assessment and managemento Manual handlingo Mood and anxietyo Psychological wellbeingo Carer supportEnsures effective communication regarding assessment findings throughout the treatment process, to assist in the overall management of the patient.Utilises highly skilled nursing skills to optimise patient independence and progress whilst ensuring the safety of patient, staff, relatives, and carers throughout the rehabilitation process and as the patient progresses.Supports the team to effectively manage nursing needs within the community setting.May provide support to the acute hospital MDT in order for the in-patient team to perform appropriate assessments, identify risk and develop mitigation/management plans, in order to facilitate safe and timely discharge from hospital.
• Supports junior and un-registered team members in the evaluation of individual treatment programs and analysing patient responses to treatment, adapting individual treatment goals, program, and/or specific activities throughout the intervention to accommodate variations in patient performance.Provides specialised teaching and/or instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals to promote an understanding of the aims of the treatment plan and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care.Proactively supports the management of patient flow throughout the Trust.

Job description Job responsibilities To work with patients under the care of the service, for provision of a specialist nursing assessment or a generic core Initial assessment and screening tools making excellent use of MDT working.2. To undertake specialist nursing and assessment and treatment and also the development of rehabilitation/care programmes for adults, many of whom have complex medical and social needs with the aim of improving independence, function and quality of life.3. To promote avoidance of hospital admission through early recognition and effective management of the deteriorating patient, close agency working and being involved in Rapid Response initiatives and local practices where necessary.4. To support the role of the Clinical Lead, deputising in their absence as appropriate.5. To deliver regular education and training to staff within the service on core clinical skills relevant to the patient group including, infection control, medication management and wound care.Communication and Working Relationship SkillsCommunicates complex and sensitive information with patients regarding their management, treatment goals, likely outcomes, and ongoing care plans, taking into consideration communication differences and difficulties which may include but not be limited to, sensory loss, communication and cognitive impairments, and mood disturbances, ensuring this is done in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture.Liaises and communicates effectively with carers and relatives, verbally or in writing, regarding their diagnosis, management and rehabilitation.Acts as a role model and provides support to junior staff and other members of the MDT when communicating sensitive and sometimes distressing information to patients, relatives and carers.Takes a collaborative role in ensuring effective communication with the multidisciplinary team, as well as colleagues across wider community health and social care services, to ensure a unified approach to treatment options and the delivery of optimum patient care.Pro-actively establishes links and networks with other nurses within the Trust, regionally and nationally in order to share best practice.Is proactive in coordinating high quality and timely written and verbal onward referrals to appropriate community services.To maintain accurate and confidential patient health care records and to submit statistical returns for the purpose of auditing and monitoring Analytical and Judgemental SkillsExercises independent clinical judgement by analysing and interpreting clinical signs and considers the range of options available.Able to assimilate large volumes of complex clinical information in order to inform clinical decision making at paceWorks with staff in ensuring that patients progress is monitored and evaluated effectively and treatment programs are adapted in line with evidence base as required.To lead in undertaking risk assessments relating to nursing interventions and especially in relation to patient safety in their own environment for example, medications management.Acts as deputy lead in the absence of the clinical lead, practising at a specialist level, demonstrating the ability to make judgements and decisions regarding patient care pathways, drawing on specialist theoretical, research and practical knowledge.Planning and Organisational SkillsOrganises own time, to manage and prioritise own caseload and manage clinical risk of own interventions.Role models flexibility and the need to be able to offer support to other clinical areas as required in line with escalation policy and major incident policy.Identifies to the Team Lead and Band 7 ESD Nurse any areas of concern in service delivery and works with them using a QI approach to plan and deliver service improvements.Organises and delivers an on-going programme of education and training to the staff within the service including induction training, competency assessment and nursing skills training to ensure patients are cared for safely and effectively.In the absence of the Clinical Lead coordinates the staffing workforce to deliver a timely and effective service including providing cover for sickness absence.Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and TherapyTo assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients, to meet their specific needs, using specialist clinical acumenTo provide highly complex information to patients and their families/carers, to empower them to manage their condition effectively and to make long-term health care choicesTo manage patient treatments using protocols regarding medication regimes, as clinically indicated.Provides expertise as a specialist clinician with advisory and clinical input into quality and harm-free patient care for patients, carers and MDT staff and other healthcare professionalsIn line with current evidence and using specialist clinical reasoning skills and physical assessment techniques, is responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients with frailty, providing particular expertise in:o Frailty syndromeo Falls, and multifactorial risks for fallso Medications managemento Nutritiono Pressure area careo Continence assessment and managemento Manual handlingo Mood and anxietyo Psychological wellbeingo Carer supportEnsures effective communication regarding assessment findings throughout the treatment process, to assist in the overall management of the patient.Utilises highly skilled nursing skills to optimise patient independence and progress whilst ensuring the safety of patient, staff, relatives, and carers throughout the rehabilitation process and as the patient progresses.Supports the team to effectively manage nursing needs within the community setting.May provide support to the acute hospital MDT in order for the in-patient team to perform appropriate assessments, identify risk and develop mitigation/management plans, in order to facilitate safe and timely discharge from hospital. Supports junior and un-registered team members in the evaluation of individual treatment programs and analysing patient responses to treatment, adapting individual treatment goals, program, and/or specific activities throughout the intervention to accommodate variations in patient performance.Provides specialised teaching and/or instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals to promote an understanding of the aims of the treatment plan and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care.Proactively supports the management of patient flow throughout the Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registered Nurse
• BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent in nursing
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Further training or courses attended in nursing topics such as continence, tissue viability, and medication management.
• Completion of postgraduate education or training on frailty
• Physical examination course.
• Member of a special interest group

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 18-24 months of postgraduate experience in a community/elderly care or rehab setting
• Supervision of staff
• Experience of working in a community nursing or rehab team.

Desirable

• Specific frailty experience
• Managing specified patient caseload
• Research and audit
• Student supervision

Technical Skills Competencies

Essential

• Ability to assess, manage and provide nursing interventions to patients with frailty and those with complex multi pathologies at specialist level.
• Ability to teach and supervise junior staff and peers regarding neurological nursing topics and issues.
• Skills in goal setting & evaluating outcome measures
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Reflective practitioner
• Ability to produce clear written documentation of intervention & reports
• Moving & handling skills and able to use specialist equipment appropriate to the patient group.
• Ability to learn and develop own clinical skills with frail patient group
• Able to assess

Desirable

• Specific skills relating to continence or wound care

Knowledge

Essential

• Sound theoretical and practical knowledge of ageing
• Conversant with developments related to hospital discharge and discharge to assess at national and local levels
• Understanding of National drivers for older people's care
• Knowledge of the clinical pathway for frailty from acute care to long term management
• Ability to critique evidence base and apply to clinical practice

Desirable

• Knowledge of Quality Improvement Methodology

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

• Flexible to the needs of the service and able to prioritise clinical workload
• Good IT skills with the ability to utilise number of basic computer programmes competently (i.e. outlook, word, excel, databases)
• Recognises stress in self and others
• Ability to work under pressure and with frequent interruptions
• Potential exposure to environmental hazards
• Able to travel within geographical area as required by service/requirements of post and needs to drive and have access to own car for work purposes.
• Able to triage and prioritise effectively
• Good understanding of discharge planning

Desirable

• Understanding of equipment needed for discharge

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative and as part of multi-disciplinary team
• Effective communication skills using a range of methods
• Ability to deal appropriately with difficult situations
• Highly motivated
• Supportive of staff/team members
• Needs to work holistically and be patient centred
• A compassionate manner
• Professional approach
• Good time management

Language requirement

Desirable

• Be able to speak and understand English as necessary to undertake the role

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC registered Nurse BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent in nursing Evidence of CPD Desirable Further training or courses attended in nursing topics such as continence, tissue viability, and medication management. Completion of postgraduate education or training on frailty Physical examination course. Member of a special interest group Experience Essential Minimum of 18-24 months of postgraduate experience in a community/elderly care or rehab setting Supervision of staff Experience of working in a community nursing or rehab team. Desirable Specific frailty experience Managing specified patient caseload Research and audit Student supervision Technical Skills Competencies Essential Ability to assess, manage and provide nursing interventions to patients with frailty and those with complex multi pathologies at specialist level. Ability to teach and supervise junior staff and peers regarding neurological nursing topics and issues. Skills in goal setting & evaluating outcome measures Problem solving and decision making skills Reflective practitioner Ability to produce clear written documentation of intervention & reports Moving & handling skills and able to use specialist equipment appropriate to the patient group. Ability to learn and develop own clinical skills with frail patient group Able to assess Desirable Specific skills relating to continence or wound care Knowledge Essential Sound theoretical and practical knowledge of ageing Conversant with developments related to hospital discharge and discharge to assess at national and local levels Understanding of National drivers for older people's care Knowledge of the clinical pathway for frailty from acute care to long term management Ability to critique evidence base and apply to clinical practice Desirable Knowledge of Quality Improvement Methodology Other requirements specific to the role Essential Flexible to the needs of the service and able to prioritise clinical workload Good IT skills with the ability to utilise number of basic computer programmes competently (i.e. outlook, word, excel, databases) Recognises stress in self and others Ability to work under pressure and with frequent interruptions Potential exposure to environmental hazards Able to travel within geographical area as required by service/requirements of post and needs to drive and have access to own car for work purposes. Able to triage and prioritise effectively Good understanding of discharge planning Desirable Understanding of equipment needed for discharge Personal Attributes Essential Ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative and as part of multi-disciplinary team Effective communication skills using a range of methods Ability to deal appropriately with difficult situations Highly motivated Supportive of staff/team members Needs to work holistically and be patient centred A compassionate manner Professional approach Good time management Language requirement Desirable Be able to speak and understand English as necessary to undertake the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Christchurch Day Hospital

158 Fairmile Road, Fairmile

Christchurch

BH23 2JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Christchurch Day Hospital

158 Fairmile Road, Fairmile

Christchurch

BH23 2JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an experienced SACT Nurse to apply for a Lead SACT role within University Hospitals Dorset. The postholder will lead in developing, contributing to and influencing SACT services within UHD and within the remit of UHDs partners as well as nationally to enable partnership development across services.

The individual will join the cancer care team, working closely with the medical, allied health professional and other clinical and non-clinical staff, to provide a high quality, effective, efficient and person-centred service. Leadership for service development, evaluation and quality improvement, and contributing to education and research, are expected as part of the role.

The post holder will be actively involved in providing strategic direction, clinical expertise and professional leadership to support high-quality nursing care and patient experience. They will also provide professional role modelling to lead and inspire the professional development of nursing within SACT.

If you are a dynamic experienced SACT trained nurse with a passion for leadership we would welcome your application. There are opportunities within this role for personal, professional, and academic development.

This role requires NMC registration.

Base Locations: Cross site at Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital

Interview date: Week commencing 5th October 2026

Main duties of the job

We are seeking applications for a Lead SACT Nurse to provide expert clinical and professional leadership for SACT across University Hospitals Dorset. Working collaboratively with Cancer Care leadership, oncology and haematology clinicians, pharmacy and the wider multidisciplinary team, the post holder will ensure the delivery and continued development of safe, effective, evidence-based and patient-centred SACT services. As an expert practitioner, the post holder will provide specialist advice, leadership, education and clinical support, whilst leading service improvement, workforce development and robust governance across SACT services.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a clinical team lead to join theatres as a band 6

• 1 Position - Day Theatres

You will lead a united team forward, setting standards and promoting as well as providing the best level of care possible. This role will may be required to work cross site, to manage and support the team and coordinate the department as needed.

You will report directly to the senior clinical lead and deputise in their absence, setting excellent standards within the theatre setting and acting as a role model to the wider multi-disciplinary team.

All aspects of the roles include team management, practical team management - Anaesthetics, scrub and circulate as the specifics of the role dictates.

This role required NMC Registration or HCPC registered operating department practitioner Registration

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview Date: 29th September

Main duties of the job

For a more detailed overview of the role and person specification please see the supporting documents.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.

Why join #TeamUHD?

• Excellent training and development opportunities
• A friendly, inclusive team
• Work life balance
• Our values are at the heart of our trust
• Live and work in a beautiful part of the country

Job summary

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic Staff Nurse to join the progressive and dedicated Day Surgery Services team at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust, based on Day of Surgery at the Poole site for 34.5 hours per week.

Day of Surgery incorporates an Admission and Day Surgery services.

The service is currently open Mon to Fri 07:00-20:00 with plans to make this a six day service and extend opening times 22:00.The successful candidate will be responsible for admitting and preparing patients for theatre ensuring that local policy is adhered to, caring for patients post-operatively and discharging patients under the nurse led discharge criteria. Once in post, they will be a key stakeholder in the development and expansion of the Day Surgery Service with the ultimate aim of enhancing the patient's experience.

The successful candidate will require significant experience within general surgical/orthopaedic nursing; have excellent communication skills and a commitment to maintaining and developing high standards. A friendly and patient-centred approach is vital to this exciting role. Previous experience in a Day Surgery setting is not essential as there is an opportunity for further training in this field, although a surgical background is preferred.

This role requires an active UK NMC Registration

Base Location: Poole Hospital

Interview Date: 29th September

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

There is a planned move for this service anticipated during March/April 2026, when this role and base of work will remain at Poolesite. Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder's home and work base will be classified as a commute. Any other changes unrelated to this, will be handled in line with Trust/National terms and conditions. There is also a possibility that this will move to a 6 day service and the opening hours will extend to 10 pm.

Job summary

The successful post holder will be an experienced OD generalist and will play a key role in delivering the UHD People Strategy through the design and implementation of a broad range of OD interventions. This will include supporting organisational development, culture, leadership, team effectiveness and engagement initiatives.

You will be responsible for leading on OD projects working with the many stakeholders within our organisation and regional and national partners. The OD Practitioner is a core member of the Organisational Development Team. As a consultant you will provide professional advice and expertise to ensure interventions are designed to maximise organisational efficiency, value staff and improve patient outcomes. The role requires previous experience of co-ordinating and managing OD projects; delivering interventions in a complex organisation and facilitation within an Acute Hospitalenvironment or similar healthcare setting.

You will be a self-motivated, proactive, creative, hands-on and collaborative individual with an interest in building relationships at every level withinthe organisation and with external partners.

Interview: 6th October

Main duties of the job

• The OD Practitioner will be the lead for one of the key work streams within the OD Plan as directed by the UHD People Strategy; this will have a whole organisational impact and application, requiring engagement with internal and external stakeholders and forumsincluding; Culture & Engagement, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Leadership, Talent Managementand Team Integration.

• The OD Practitioner willplay a key role in the successful delivery of the trust strategies and key people objectives with the aim to develop a compassionate, inclusive culture at UHD, where staff feel valued, supported, involved, engaged and have a sense of belonging.

• The ODPractitioner will be influential in making UHDa great placeto work where morale is high, working collaboratively with staff and acting on their feedback.

• The OD Practitioner is a core member of theOrganisational Development Team. As a consultant they will provide professional advice andexpertiseto ensure interventions are designed to maximise organisational efficiency, value staff and improve patient outcomes.

• The post holder will be expected to handle highly confidential and sometimes contentious and sensitive information and be free to act on their own initiative.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

153-CO06453-A

Job locations

Yeomans House

Yeomans Way

Bournemouth

BH8 0BJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The OD Practitioner will play a key role in the successful delivery of the trust strategies and key people objectives with the aim to develop a compassionate, inclusive culture at UHD, where staff feel valued, supported, involved, engaged and have a sense ofbelonging.

• As part of the team, create a culture of organisational development and learning across the Trust by providing expert advice and support for organisational development improvement projects based on national/local best practice, legislation, guidance and recommendations, designed to meet the objectives of the Trust.
• To lead on the research, design and development of training programmes and workshops and other educational approaches in supportof the OD work streams.
• To manage functions such as the Culture Champions, including any new recruitment, development and their on-going role in engagement and decision making in the Trust.To critically observe progress of culture and behaviour strategies in action to provide and influence future change with the Board.
• To work in partnership with Care Groups, Directorates and individual teams to provide a specialist internal OD consultancy and to develop the capacity and capability of managers to undertake OD activities within their area of responsibility.
• To introduce and design a range of tools and methodologies which support OD and leadership development and compliment quality improvement; embedding best practice across the Trust.

Job description Job responsibilities The OD Practitioner will play a key role in the successful delivery of the trust strategies and key people objectives with the aim to develop a compassionate, inclusive culture at UHD, where staff feel valued, supported, involved, engaged and have a sense ofbelonging. As part of the team, create a culture of organisational development and learning across the Trust by providing expert advice and support for organisational development improvement projects based on national/local best practice, legislation, guidance and recommendations, designed to meet the objectives of the Trust. To lead on the research, design and development of training programmes and workshops and other educational approaches in supportof the OD work streams. To manage functions such as the Culture Champions, including any new recruitment, development and their on-going role in engagement and decision making in the Trust.To critically observe progress of culture and behaviour strategies in action to provide and influence future change with the Board. To work in partnership with Care Groups, Directorates and individual teams to provide a specialist internal OD consultancy and to develop the capacity and capability of managers to undertake OD activities within their area of responsibility. To introduce and design a range of tools and methodologies which support OD and leadership development and compliment quality improvement; embedding best practice across the Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant post graduate or masters level qualification or combination of qualifications and experience or recent relevant experience to masters level
• Notably within an Organisational Development or Leadership & Management discipline
• Facilitation within an Acute Hospital environment or similar healthcare setting

Desirable

• MBTI Step 1 & 2 practitioner
• ILM 5 award in Coaching & Mentoring (or equivalent)
• TED (Team Engagement & Development) Practitioner
• CIPD qualification
• Belbin Team Roles Practitioner
• FIRO-B Practitioner
• Programme or project management experience and or qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of designing and delivering a range of OD interventions to deliver improved outcomes.
• Working in a project management, or change management environment.
• Evidence of successful development and implementation of cultural change initiatives to achieve improved outcomes.
• Experience of writing and presenting Board reports, and designing development activities.
• Experience of working with staff at all levels to communicate, engage with, and listen to views.

Desirable

• Within an NHS acute hospital or similar environment

Skills

Essential

• Proven ability to diagnose and contract using the OD cycle
• Competent team and individual coach
• Ability to source internal and external data sources, analysis of data to support projects and report writing
• Well-developed IT skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent numerical, verbal and critical reasoning
• Facilitation and presentation skills
• Proven team worker with the ability to motivate colleagues and staff
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to respond effectively to multiple priorities
• Ability to influence across a broad range of stakeholders.
• Able to deal with conflict proactively
• Ability to coach others to find their own solutions
• Innovative, with the ability to "think differently" and challenge current behaviours and mind-sets
• Open to new ideas & change and actively promotes new ways of working
• Resilience to keep focused and positive for others
• Professional, credible and tactful
• Ability to act autonomously with specific guidelines

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable understanding of culture in a complex organisation.
• Up to date knowledge of key current issues in organisational development both at a strategic and local level

Desirable

• Understanding complexity of culture in an Acute Hospital

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant post graduate or masters level qualification or combination of qualifications and experience or recent relevant experience to masters level Notably within an Organisational Development or Leadership & Management discipline Facilitation within an Acute Hospital environment or similar healthcare setting Desirable MBTI Step 1 & 2 practitioner ILM 5 award in Coaching & Mentoring (or equivalent) TED (Team Engagement & Development) Practitioner CIPD qualification Belbin Team Roles Practitioner FIRO-B Practitioner Programme or project management experience and or qualification Experience Essential Experience of designing and delivering a range of OD interventions to deliver improved outcomes. Working in a project management, or change management environment. Evidence of successful development and implementation of cultural change initiatives to achieve improved outcomes. Experience of writing and presenting Board reports, and designing development activities. Experience of working with staff at all levels to communicate, engage with, and listen to views. Desirable Within an NHS acute hospital or similar environment Skills Essential Proven ability to diagnose and contract using the OD cycle Competent team and individual coach Ability to source internal and external data sources, analysis of data to support projects and report writing Well-developed IT skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent numerical, verbal and critical reasoning Facilitation and presentation skills Proven team worker with the ability to motivate colleagues and staff Excellent organizational skills with the ability to respond effectively to multiple priorities Ability to influence across a broad range of stakeholders. Able to deal with conflict proactively Ability to coach others to find their own solutions Innovative, with the ability to "think differently" and challenge current behaviours and mind-sets Open to new ideas & change and actively promotes new ways of working Resilience to keep focused and positive for others Professional, credible and tactful Ability to act autonomously with specific guidelines Knowledge Essential Demonstrable understanding of culture in a complex organisation. Up to date knowledge of key current issues in organisational development both at a strategic and local level Desirable Understanding complexity of culture in an Acute Hospital

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeomans House

Yeomans Way

Bournemouth

BH8 0BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeomans House

Yeomans Way

Bournemouth

BH8 0BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated registered nurse to join the Dorset Headache Service on a Band 6 secondment basis.

This role offers an excellent development opportunity for a nurse with an interest in neurology, specialist outpatient services and advanced therapeutic interventions. Working within the Dorset Headache Service, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting patients with chronic migraine and complex headache disorders, alongside patients requiring injectable therapies within the Movement Disorders Service.

The post holder will work closely with Consultant Neurologists, delivering high-quality patient-centred care and supporting the continued provision and development of specialist headache services across Dorset.

This 9 month secondment provides a unique opportunity to gain specialist knowledge and skills in headache management, advanced migraine therapies and nurse-led service delivery while contributing to the future direction of the service.

Interview: 25th September

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will:

• Coordinate and support the delivery of the Dorset Headache Service.
• Provide specialist nursing care to patients with chronic migraine and complex headache disorders.
• Deliver and monitor advanced headache treatments, including Botulinum Toxin therapy and CGRP monoclonal antibody treatments, following training and competency assessment.
• Support delivery of injectable therapies within the Movement Disorders Service.
• Undertake patient assessment, treatment reviews and follow-up within agreed protocols.
• Provide information, education and support to patients and carers.
• Act as a key point of contact for patients accessing the service.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and maintain accurate patient records.
• Participate in audit, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with Consultant Neurologists and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective patient care.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

For UHD employees, this fixed-term post will be offered as a secondment in line with the Trust's Secondment Policy. Please speak with your line manager before applying.

Job summary

Are you a Children's Nurse and Independent Non-Medical Prescriber with a passion for neurodevelopmental care?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Neurodevelopmental & Neurodisability Clinical NurseSpecialist/Practitioner to join our Community Paediatric team. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work autonomously within a specialist multidisciplinary service, providing assessment, treatment, medication management and ongoing support for children and young people with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, neurodevelopmental conditions and complex neurodisability. The successful candidate will manage a specialist caseload, undertake nurse-led clinics, contribute to neurodevelopmental assessment pathways and provide expert advice and support to children, young people, families and professionals.

Interview: 29th September

Main duties of the job

Manage a specialist caseload of children and young people with ADHD, ASD, learning disabilities and neurodevelopmental conditions. Independently prescribe and monitor ADHD medication in line with NICE guidance and local protocols. Deliver nurse-led clinics and support consultant-led clinics. Undertake clinical assessment, treatment planning and ongoing review.Provide behavioural management advice, sleep support and family education. Support neurodevelopmental assessment pathways and multidisciplinary triage processes.Act as a specialist resource for learning disability and neurodisability services across acute and community settings. Support the development of transition pathways for young people moving to adult services. Provide specialist advice, training and education to colleagues, families and partner organisations.Contribute to quality improvement, audit, research and service development initiatives.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

There is a planned move for this service anticipated, when thisrole and base of work will relocate to Bournemouthsite. Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder's home and work base will be classified as a commute. Any other changes unrelated to this, will be handled in line with Trust/National terms and conditions.

Details

Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

153-SP06725

Job locations

Poole Hospital / Bournemouth Hospital

Poole

BH15 2JA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Comprehensive Care: Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care programs for allergy patients using established guidelines and protocols, in collaboration with our allergy consultant and multiprofessional team.
• Evidence-Based Management: Apply research critically to manage allergies in child health, ensuring the best support and management for children and their families.
• Education & Training: Contribute to the specialist education and training of healthcare professionals.
• Continuous Improvement: Engage in clinical supervision, self-reflection, audits, and quality initiatives to enhance care for children and their families.

Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Comprehensive Care: Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care programs for allergy patients using established guidelines and protocols, in collaboration with our allergy consultant and multiprofessional team. Evidence-Based Management: Apply research critically to manage allergies in child health, ensuring the best support and management for children and their families. Education & Training: Contribute to the specialist education and training of healthcare professionals. Continuous Improvement: Engage in clinical supervision, self-reflection, audits, and quality initiatives to enhance care for children and their families.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Qualification

Desirable

• Neurodisability

Experience

Essential

• working with neurodisability

Desirable

• 5 years post qualified

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration on NMC/Allied professional
• BSc (Hons) or equivalent portfolio of evidence

Desirable

• Non Medical Prescribing

Person Specification Knowledge Essential Qualification Desirable Neurodisability Experience Essential working with neurodisability Desirable 5 years post qualified Qualifications Essential Registration on NMC/Allied professional BSc (Hons) or equivalent portfolio of evidence Desirable Non Medical Prescribing

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Hospital / Bournemouth Hospital

Poole

BH15 2JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Hospital / Bournemouth Hospital

Poole

BH15 2JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are currently looking for a Staff Nurse to join the progressive and dedicated Day Surgery Services team at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust, based on SADU at the Bournemouth site for 37.5 hours per week. This is a fixed term or secondment post for 14 months.

SADU (previously Ward 9) incorporates an Admission Unit and Day Surgery services. The service is currently open Mon to Fri 07:00-21:00. There are plans to make this a six day service in the future.The successful candidate will be responsible for admitting and preparing patients for theatre ensuring that local policy is adhered to, caring for patients post-operatively and discharging patients under the nurse led discharge criteria. Once in post, they will be a key stakeholder in the development and expansion of the Day Surgery Service with the ultimate aim of enhancing the patient's experience.

The successful candidate will require significant experience within general surgical/orthopaedic nursing; have excellent communication skills and a commitment to maintaining and developing high standards. Previous experience in a Day Surgery setting is not essential as there is an opportunity for further training, although a surgical background is preferred.

For UHD employees, this fixed-term post will be offered as a secondment in line with the Trust's Secondment Policy. Please speak with your line manager before applying

Interview: 21st September

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

This service has a planned move from Bournemouth site to Poole site in Spring 2027.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

For UHD employees, this fixed-term post will be offered as a secondment in line with the Trust's Secondment Policy. Please speak with your line manager before applying.

Please note that we are able to offer sponsorship for this position.

Job summary

This role is challenging and fast paced. It is also a great opportunity for someone looking to make a positive impact for patients.

We are recruiting for two vacancies, one part time role of 30 hours based at Canford House and one full time role based at Poole.

Base Location: Canford House and Poole

Interview: 21st September

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us

UHD are investing,developingand transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or servicerelocatesas part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job summary

Are you a motivated and enthusiastic staff nurse looking for your next challenge?

This is an incredibly exciting time in UHD with an expansion of Critical Care services across our site is now underway, including the building of a new 30 bedded critical care unit which will provide care in specialities such as trauma, surgical (including major vascular and maxillo-facial), medical, paediatrics and cardiology.

We are seeking nurses with a passion for providing excellent patient care with a particular interest in critical care to join our dynamic and rapidly expanding team.

You will be invited to work with the integrated multidisciplinary team and in return we offer a commitment to your professional development through a bespoke in-house critical care training programme and rotational opportunities to research and other high care areas.

This role offers the successful candidate an incredible opportunity for career development and a chance to make a positive impact on the lives of our patients, their families and on the wider service we provide.

Acute care experience is desirable as well as a goal of providing excellent nursing care, with an enthusiasm to learn being essential. We work 12 hour shifts, day and night, 365 days of the year.

This role requires an active UK NMC Registration

Base Location: UHD - Royal Bournemouth Hospital BEACH Building with cross site working to Poole Critical Care until phase 3 move in complete.

Interview: 23rd September

Main duties of the job

Please note this role requires NMC Registration if you do not hold this registration/qualification you will not be shortlisted .

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Additional contact details

Telephone 0300 019 5423/5660 and ask to speak to Matron / Sister or Charge Nurse.

Planned informal visits are encouraged.

About us

UHD are investing,developingand transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or servicerelocatesas part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.