Job summary
We are seeking to appoint an experienced senior palliative clinical nurse specialist to work within the Rural Alliance Care Community Team as part of Specialist Palliative Care service within Cheshire Wirral Partnership. You will also work as part of the wider palliative care team across the footprint, which include, Palliative care consultants, Clinical Nurse specialist, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Therapy Assistant and the local hospice.
Experience of working in the community is desirable as the role is based supporting patients in their own homes.
We are looking for an experienced and well-motivated Clinical nurse specialist with excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills. The successful candidate will receive a full supportive induction when they join the team and will work closely with the wider MDT.
Shortlisting for this vacancy is due to commence on 10/03/2026 and the proposed interview date is 17/03/2026
Main duties of the job
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking team that prides itself in delivering high quality care, in the right place, every time. If you have the desire to make a difference to the people of Cheshire West this is the role for you.
The post holder will provide holistic care and support to patients with complex palliative care needs with malignant or non-malignant life limiting conditions, working autonomously and as part of a team. They will deliver care to patients registered with a West Cheshire GP in their own home. The post holder will provide advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health care professionals. They will also promote advanced care planning, management of complex end of life symptoms and patient and carer expectations whilst meeting the holistic care needs of the patient.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
373-NBH0873
Job locations
Rural Alliance Care Community Team
No 5 Chowley Oak
Tattenhall, Chester
CH3 9GA
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: or by calling
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: or by calling
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* RGN level 1
* 1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification/training and experience
* Post registration qualification in palliative care or equivalent post qualification experience
* Advanced Communication skills course
* Mentorship course
Desirable
* V300 prescribing Clinical examination skills Clinical diagnostic skills
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
* Ability to clinically lead and influence staff.
* Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
* Sound knowledge of current issues in the profession and practice of nursing
* Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills
* Time management and organisation skills
* To work effectively within a multidisciplinary Team
* To be self-directed, motivated
* To be committed to education that enhances patient empowerment
* Ability to successfully manage people and change
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working at a senior level within Palliative Care
* Ability to manage complex situations and appropriately deliver sensitive and difficult outcomes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* RGN level 1
* 1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification/training and experience
* Post registration qualification in palliative care or equivalent post qualification experience
* Advanced Communication skills course
* Mentorship course
Desirable
* V300 prescribing Clinical examination skills Clinical diagnostic skills
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
* Ability to clinically lead and influence staff.
* Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
* Sound knowledge of current issues in the profession and practice of nursing
* Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills
* Time management and organisation skills
* To work effectively within a multidisciplinary Team
* To be self-directed, motivated
* To be committed to education that enhances patient empowerment
* Ability to successfully manage people and change
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working at a senior level within Palliative Care
* Ability to manage complex situations and appropriately deliver sensitive and difficult outcomes
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
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rural Alliance Care Community Team
No 5 Chowley Oak
Tattenhall, Chester
CH3 9GA
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Employer details
Employer name
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rural Alliance Care Community Team
No 5 Chowley Oak
Tattenhall, Chester
CH3 9GA
Employer's website
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