Headache Specialist Nurse

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, committed and enthusiastic Senior Registered Nurse to join our Neurology Specialist Nurse team as a Headache Specialist Nurse (Band 6, 0.8 wte). The successful applicant will become an integral part of the UHDB Headache service. The post-holder will work alongside an existing 0.8 wte Band 7 Headache Specialist Nurse and the wider Neurology team including Consultant Neurologists to coordinate care for patients and to further develop the Headache service for the UHDB catchment area. The B6 Headache Specialist Nurse will provide expert information, education and support to patients with Refractory Headache disorders and to their relatives/carers ensuring rapid access to advice, treatment and the implementation of individual care plans as a clinical priority. Much of the work of the post-holder will be focused on managing specialist (hospital-prescribed) 2nd line treatments for Migraine including Botulinum Toxin therapy. The B6 Headache Specialist Nurse will also deliver nurse-led clinics in Medical Outpatients, run a busy telephone helpline service and review admitted patients in liason with the existing Band 7 Headache Specialist Nurse and act as a contact point and educational resource for all healthcare professionals (hospital and community-based) in delivering current best practice for Headache disorders. Main duties of the job You must be able to provide evidence of relevant practice. A background in Neurology would be advantageous. Experience in management of working with people with long term conditions is essential. You will need excellent communications skills and contribute towards treatment as part of the MDT. You will be expected to maintain high standards of nursing care coupled with involvement in continuous quality improvement and development of the UHDB Headache service, whilst ensuring professionalism is maintained at all times. You will be committed to ensuring patient safety, privacy and dignity by being motivated, caring and wanting to make a difference to the patient's experience with a positive attitude. Informal visits are positively welcomed by contacting Sarah Kelly, Lead Headache Nurse Specialist on . Closing date of applications: 16 August 2026 Interview date: 26 August 2026, Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below). Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Education, training, qualifications Essential

• NMC registration & revalidation requirements
• Significant post registration experience, and experience in Neurology
Desirable
• Evidence of working with chronic conditions
• Evidence of degree / working towards higher degree or equivalent experience
Experience and knowledge Essential
• Specific knowledge of the clinical area / speciality
• Evidence of managing workload
• Experience of mentoring, supporting, coaching and developing staff
Desirable
• Nurse prescriber
Skills and ability Essential
• Will be able to hold responsibility & accountability for own decisions
• Able to assesses associated risks and takes appropriate action
• Manages the clinical workload, prioritising and re-prioritising
• Previous experience of running clinics
Desirable
• Evidence of quality improvement & clinical audit/research
Communications and interpersonal skills Essential
• Good communication skills, written and verbally
• Evidence of working within an MDT
Desirable
• Evidence of working with a team to deliver outcomes
Person Specification Education, training, qualifications Essential
• NMC registration & revalidation requirements
• Significant post registration experience, and experience in Neurology
Desirable
• Evidence of working with chronic conditions
• Evidence of degree / working towards higher degree or equivalent experience
Experience and knowledge Essential
• Specific knowledge of the clinical area / speciality
• Evidence of managing workload
• Experience of mentoring, supporting, coaching and developing staff
Desirable
• Nurse prescriber
Skills and ability Essential
• Will be able to hold responsibility & accountability for own decisions
• Able to assesses associated risks and takes appropriate action
• Manages the clinical workload, prioritising and re-prioritising
• Previous experience of running clinics
Desirable
• Evidence of quality improvement & clinical audit/research
Communications and interpersonal skills Essential
• Good communication skills, written and verbally
• Evidence of working within an MDT
Desirable
• Evidence of working with a team to deliver outcomes
  
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