Are you an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for palliative and end‑of‑life care and a desire to develop into a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) within a supportive, Outstanding‑rated hospice team?
Prospect Hospice is offering a 15‑month structured development pathway into a substantive Community Clinical Nurse Specialist role.
In October 2021 the Care Quality Commission rated our care as Outstanding. They said, “Without exception, staff we talked with were proud to work for the hospice. They said it was an excellent place to work and was made up of individuals who all share a common purpose: to provide high‑quality, person‑centred care.”
Hours
37.5 hours per week over 7 days (9am‑5pm with flexibility as required). Part‑time hours considered.
What is the role?
This is a development post designed to prepare an experienced nurse to transition into a substantive Clinical Nurse Specialist position within 15 months on our Community CNS Team. Working under the mentorship of a Senior CNS and the CNS Team Leader, you will:
* Complete a structured learning agreement and competency framework over 15 months
* Complete required competencies, assessments and workbook
* Manage a supervised caseload of patients with life‑limiting illness in the community (home and care home settings)
* Develop advanced skills in clinical assessment, anticipatory care planning and complex decision‑making
* Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and those important to them
* Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and clinical governance activities
* Contribute to education, audit and quality improvement initiatives
This role is ideal for a nurse with significant post‑registration clinical experience who is ready to develop advanced practice skills in specialist palliative care. Subject to successful completion of the agreed competency framework within the 15‑month period, and continued service need, the postholder will progress to a substantive Clinical Nurse Specialist position.
The role requires resilience, compassion, reflective practice and a genuine commitment to delivering excellence in end‑of‑life care.
Contact
Informal visits or calls are very welcome – please contact Sue Emmerson, CNS Team Leader, on 01793 816126.
Interviews will be held on 24 March 2026.
What We Are Looking For
* Registered Nurse with minimum 3‑5 years post‑registration experience
* Current NMC registration
* Experience caring for patients with palliative care needs and those who are dying
* Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Ability to work autonomously and manage workload effectively
* Commitment to professional development and reflective practice
* Full driving licence and access to own car (insured for business use)
* A compassionate, person‑centred approach aligned to Prospect Hospice values
It would also be great if you have
* Experience in audit and quality improvement
* Knowledge of clinical governance principles
* Experience using reflective processes to improve practice
* Innovative approach to problem solving
We Offer
* 27 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
* Membership of the NHS pension scheme for existing members; generous contributory pension scheme for all other staff
* Discounts with local retailers, gyms and service providers including Blue Light Discount Card
* Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing team
* Supportive induction, training and development
* A values‑led, inclusive working environment
How to Apply
Submit your application via the green Apply button or download the application form and email to the contact details provided above. Applicants must have current UK professional NMC registration.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Equality & Diversity
Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support, and all staff will adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures.
You must inform us about any unspent conviction, caution, reprimand or warning under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975).
Job Details
Reference: PH237
Salary: £37,255 – £41,176 FTE (Full Time Equivalent)
Closing Date: 13 March 2026
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