Job summary
We require an enthusiastic and experienced Band 6 staff nurse to work as a member of our Tissue Viability Team. The role is for 37.5 hours but this could be negotiable for the right candidate.
The successful applicant will support delivery of a high standard of care that is researched and evidence based in the field of tissue viability and will work across the geographical area of BDCFT and AWC. They will provide support, advice and education on leg ulcer and tissue viability issues to health and social care professionals, service users, independent organisationsand other agencies across the designated economy. They will also have the ability to contribute to the ongoing development of the service.
Closing- 7th April 2026
Shortlist- 8th April 2026
Interview- 16th April 2026
Main duties of the job
- To work as a senior member of the Tissue Viability service
- To provide a high standard of care that is research/evidence based
- To provide support, advice and education on leg ulcer and tissue viability issues to health and social care professionals, service users, independent organisations and other agencies across the designated health economy
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the service
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and the person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and the person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Educated to Degree level
- Recognised qualification in tissue viability, wound care or leg ulcer management.
Desirable
- Community Nursing qualification
- Nurse Prescriber (Community Practitioner or independent qualification).
Training
Essential
- Commitment to undertake relevant training/education to meet the requirements of the role e.g. Nurse Prescribing.
- Committed to learning through reflective practice.
- Ability to contribute to the training of others.
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification. Experience of teaching/training others
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years, current experience working in an environment dealing with tissue viability management
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Experience of team leadership / management
- Audit skills
- Ability to deliver training informally and formally.
Desirable
- Experience of Community Nursing
Skills
Essential
- Ability to plan and prioritise workload, use own initiative and work creatively
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Demonstrates leadership and management skills.
- Standard IT skills
- Well-developed organisational and time management skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Educated to Degree level
- Recognised qualification in tissue viability, wound care or leg ulcer management.
Desirable
- Community Nursing qualification
- Nurse Prescriber (Community Practitioner or independent qualification).
Training
Essential
- Commitment to undertake relevant training/education to meet the requirements of the role e.g. Nurse Prescribing.
- Committed to learning through reflective practice.
- Ability to contribute to the training of others.
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification. Experience of teaching/training others
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years, current experience working in an environment dealing with tissue viability management
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Experience of team leadership / management
- Audit skills
- Ability to deliver training informally and formally.
Desirable
- Experience of Community Nursing
Skills
Essential
- Ability to plan and prioritise workload, use own initiative and work creatively
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Demonstrates leadership and management skills.
- Standard IT skills
- Well-developed organisational and time management skills.
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).
