Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Staff Nurse - Sickle Cell and Thalasssaemia Centre

The closing date is 12 May 2026

Job summary

The Regional Haemoglobinopathy Coordinating Centre (HCC) is looking for a dynamic and motivated nurse who wants to make a difference to join our specialised team. The perfect candidate will have an interest in the speciality and excellent communication skills. Phlebotomy and cannulation skills will be an advantage. A tailored education and support programme will be developed for the successful applicant.

For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Sarah Wiltshire, Clara Mugwagwa or Rejoice Nhevera on 0121 507 6040

Main duties of the job

Supporting outpatient clinics and day case treatments as well as delivering an outreach service to support the inpatient service. Education and teaching. The sickle cell and thalassaemia centre is based alongside the haematology inpatient ward. There would be an opportunity to rotate to the ward if desired.

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.

We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.

Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.

Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.

We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose.When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

381-ME-7736378

Job locations

MMUH - SWB NHS Trust

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on the main duties and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on the main duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Relevant clinical experience, including that as a student or unqualified nurse

Desirable

Relevant clinical experience since registration
Relevant voluntary experience

Qualifications

Essential

RN with NMC registration

Desirable

Teaching and assessing qualification
Speciality specific qualifications

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Relevant clinical experience, including that as a student or unqualified nurse

Desirable

Relevant clinical experience since registration
Relevant voluntary experience

Qualifications

Essential

RN with NMC registration

Desirable

Teaching and assessing qualification
Speciality specific qualifications

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

MMUH - SWB NHS Trust

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT

Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

MMUH - SWB NHS Trust

Grove Lane

Birmingham

B66 2QT

Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)