Job summary
The dermatology team is looking for an nurse who has an interest in dermatology and would like to develop their knowledge in this area. The service offers a variety of treatments for dermatological conditions and there will be the opportunity to learn and develop the necessary skills to support and treat patients. Training will be supported were needed.
If you are interested please contact Sarah Kirk - Dermatology CNS on ext. 4275.
Main duties of the job
For full details of the Job role and Person Specification, Please see attached Job description.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
About us
#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.
The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500 beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.
With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Details
Date posted
23 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year Per annum Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
M
Job locations
West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the Job role and Person Specification, Please see attached Job description.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the Job role and Person Specification, Please see attached Job description.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
* o1st level NMC Registered Nurse
* oEducated to a degree level or working towards ENB 988 or equivalent
Desirable
* oClinical examination qualification
* oExperience in general dermatology or direct access pathways
Experience and knowledge
Essential
* oAt least 3 years post registration experience
* oInitiation & evaluation of research-based practice
* oKnowledge of change management process
* oAbility to develop nursing excellence and clinical practice
* oExperience in information technology, audit and setting clinical standards.
Desirable
* oManagerial responsibility
* oStandard setting & protocol development clinical audit
Skills and abilities
Essential
* oUnderstanding the issues affecting Dermatology and/or biologic treatment
* oEvidence of professional development & its relevant application
* oExcellent organisational skills
* oAbility to record & deal with accurate facts, figures and information.
* oExcellent written & verbal communication & presentation skills.
* oAbility to establish effective working partnerships with members of the multi-professional team
* oAbility to problem solve
* oAbility to plan, organise, prioritise & coordinate work under pressure & using own initiative.
* oLeadership skills
* oAbility to communicate effectively with key stakeholders within & outside the trust
* oAbility to use complex medical/clinical equipment
* oComputer literate
Desirable
* oExperience in dermatology and/or direct access pathways
* oExperience of developing, training & education in a clinical practice
Personal qualities
Essential
* oAbility to remain calm & work effectively in stressful situations oProfessional attitude to work
* oExpert role model
* oAbility to act independently
* oFlexible approach to working hours and duties and to meet changes in demands or service
* oWillingness to learn new skills
* oDemonstrate commitment to quality service provision
* oGood time management
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
* o1st level NMC Registered Nurse
* oEducated to a degree level or working towards ENB 988 or equivalent
Desirable
* oClinical examination qualification
* oExperience in general dermatology or direct access pathways
Experience and knowledge
Essential
* oAt least 3 years post registration experience
* oInitiation & evaluation of research-based practice
* oKnowledge of change management process
* oAbility to develop nursing excellence and clinical practice
* oExperience in information technology, audit and setting clinical standards.
Desirable
* oManagerial responsibility
* oStandard setting & protocol development clinical audit
Skills and abilities
Essential
* oUnderstanding the issues affecting Dermatology and/or biologic treatment
* oEvidence of professional development & its relevant application
* oExcellent organisational skills
* oAbility to record & deal with accurate facts, figures and information.
* oExcellent written & verbal communication & presentation skills.
* oAbility to establish effective working partnerships with members of the multi-professional team
* oAbility to problem solve
* oAbility to plan, organise, prioritise & coordinate work under pressure & using own initiative.
* oLeadership skills
* oAbility to communicate effectively with key stakeholders within & outside the trust
* oAbility to use complex medical/clinical equipment
* oComputer literate
Desirable
* oExperience in dermatology and/or direct access pathways
* oExperience of developing, training & education in a clinical practice
Personal qualities
Essential
* oAbility to remain calm & work effectively in stressful situations oProfessional attitude to work
* oExpert role model
* oAbility to act independently
* oFlexible approach to working hours and duties and to meet changes in demands or service
* oWillingness to learn new skills
* oDemonstrate commitment to quality service provision
* oGood time 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).
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
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
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Employer details
Employer name
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
Employer's website
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