Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
Note that this post is only open to internal staff of NHS Ayrshire & Arran.
Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Stoma Care within our Surgical department based at University Hospital Ayr, reporting to the SCN in station 2.
Hours
30 hours per week. Monday to Friday.
This post is offered on a secondment basis for 12 months.
From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full‑time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part‑time staff) without loss of earnings.
UK Driving Licence
A UK driving licence is essential for this role.
What You Will Do
The Stoma Care Service is dedicated to delivering expert, compassionate nursing care to patients undergoing stoma‑forming surgery for a wide range of malignant and non‑malignant conditions. Across NHS Ayrshire & Arran, we ensure every patient receives high‑quality, person‑centred support throughout their journey.
* Leading with expertise – Designing and implementing individualised care plans for patients with a stoma.
* Providing continuity of care – Offering follow‑up for at least one year post‑surgery, with patients able to self‑refer back into the service at any time.
* Managing a varied caseload – Including referrals from consultants, GPs, district nurses, ward teams, nursing homes, and social care professionals.
Beyond clinical care, you’ll inspire and educate others by teaching, supervising, and supporting patients, families, carers, student nurses, nursing staff, and junior medical staff. You’ll also play a key role in delivering educational programmes and driving continuous quality improvement within stoma services.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This Post
* Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
* Postgraduate qualification in stoma care or willingness to work towards this.
* A broad range of post‑registration experience, demonstrating the skills and expertise required for this specialist role.
* Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with patients and colleagues.
* A clear commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
* Excellent clinical decision‑making skills and sound judgment in complex situations.
* Working knowledge of Acute Services policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
* Strong IT and presentation skills, with the ability to produce clear, professional reports.
* Proven experience of multi‑disciplinary team working.
* Knowledge of local, regional, and national stoma care strategies.
Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.
It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full‑time contract and must be pro‑rated for part‑time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre‑employment checks.
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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.
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Contact
Fiona Black, Interim CNM Surgical UHA
Fiona.black@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
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