Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a nurse to work in the Spasticity Team. This post holder would be working with the existing Nurse Specialist team to develop and deliver high quality nursing input to this expanding specialised service. Using a competency framework we would work with you to develop your skills.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Informal visits are encouraged.
Face-to-face interviews are planned for the 6thof October 2025.
Please note, due to anticipatedhigh volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submittingyour completed application
Main duties of the job
This post presents excellent opportunities for both career development and job satisfaction for individuals who have an interest in working with people with complex neurological disabilities. You will work within a friendly and supportive multidsiciplinary team of spasticity management, multiple sclerosis and rehabilitation specialists. We would be committed to provide training and clinical supervision to enable you to develop skills to practise autonomously in this specialist area. There are also opportunities for ongoing education and attendence at conferences. Experience of working in neurosciences is essential.
If you are keen to learn, develop nursing practice, work in partnership with individuals and participate in multidisciplinary teamwork we want to hear from you.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Clinical Nurse Specialist Spasticity & Cerebral Palsy Service
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Clinical Nurse Specialist Spasticity & Cerebral Palsy Service
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register
- Teaching course
- Relevant clinical course
- Honours degree (Level 3/ FHEQ Level 6)
Desirable
- Recognised Leadership course
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years' relevant clinical and managerial experience in a senior position
Communication
Essential
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio
- Evidence of working as preceptor/facilitator/ mentor
- Reflective in Practice
- Experience in leading others and responding to learning needs
Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Articulates reasons for desire to work in this clinical areas
People management
Essential
- Able to manage a team including developing potential and performance management
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register
- Teaching course
- Relevant clinical course
- Honours degree (Level 3/ FHEQ Level 6)
Desirable
- Recognised Leadership course
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years' relevant clinical and managerial experience in a senior position
Communication
Essential
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio
- Evidence of working as preceptor/facilitator/ mentor
- Reflective in Practice
- Experience in leading others and responding to learning needs
Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Articulates reasons for desire to work in this clinical areas
People management
Essential
- Able to manage a team including developing potential and performance 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.
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.
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
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
