The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist – TB Service

The closing date is 30 December 2025

Job summary

We are looking to appoint a Lead Tuberculosis (TB) Clinical Nurse Specialist to take overall clinical responsibility for providing operational and clinical leadership for the Tuberculosis Prevention and Control Nursing Services in SaTH and across the communities of Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Powys.

The successful applicant will have experience of working as a TB Nurse within a healthcare setting.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for overseeing the prevention and control of TB across the regional communities working at a strategic level alongside Consultants in Communicable Disease Control, Infectious Disease Units and Epidemiologists at the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), as well as the Directors of Public Health in the Local Authorities and the TB/Respiratory Consultants within SaTH.

As the Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will act as a role model and offer specialist clinical advice. In addition, the post holder will also lead a local team, and evidence research, audit, education and a high level of specialist clinical acumen within the scope of this role.

About us

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Details

Date posted

16 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-TBC-935

Job locations

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals NHS trust

Mytton Oak Road

shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RN Diploma or Degree
  • NMC Registered
  • Non-medical prescriber
  • Evidence of management / leadership skills gained through theoretical knowledge and or experience. Specific knowledge and experience of Tuberculosis is essential in a healthcare setting. A first degree is essential or equivalent experience.
  • MSc in Health, Quality or leadership related or working towards within 2 academic years of appointment
  • Recognised teaching/assessing qualification 998/997 /mentorship or equivalent
  • Management Qualification (ISM) or relevant management experience
  • Extensive experience at senior level/ leadership role or ability to demonstrate

Knowledge, Behaviours and Experience

Essential

  • Good understanding of strategic health economy targets for the delivery of TB care
  • Good knowledge of national and local targets, NICE Guidelines and policies in relation to TB Care
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • RN Diploma or Degree
  • NMC Registered
  • Non-medical prescriber
  • Evidence of management / leadership skills gained through theoretical knowledge and or experience. Specific knowledge and experience of Tuberculosis is essential in a healthcare setting. A first degree is essential or equivalent experience.
  • MSc in Health, Quality or leadership related or working towards within 2 academic years of appointment
  • Recognised teaching/assessing qualification 998/997 /mentorship or equivalent
  • Management Qualification (ISM) or relevant management experience
  • Extensive experience at senior level/ leadership role or ability to demonstrate

Knowledge, Behaviours and Experience

Essential

  • Good understanding of strategic health economy targets for the delivery of TB care
  • Good knowledge of national and local targets, NICE Guidelines and policies in relation to TB Care

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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals NHS trust

Mytton Oak Road

shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals NHS trust

Mytton Oak Road

shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Claire Newby

claire.newby1@nhs.net

01743261294

Details

Date posted

16 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-TBC-935

Job locations

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals NHS trust

Mytton Oak Road

shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Supporting documents

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