Job summary
We are excited to offer an opportunity to join the Powys nurse led specialist Ear Care team. As part of the ear care team, you will work alongside the Audiology department, GP's and visiting ENT Consultants in the delivery of Specialist Ear Care Nursing service across Powys for patients of all ages. This will include nursing assessment, treatment, and care planning of ear care, involving aural instrumentation, irrigation and micro-suction; Treating and managing conditions such as wax removal, ear foreign body removal, mastoid cavity care and otitis externa.

There will be opportunities for further CPD training for the successful candidate. We also welcome applications from nurses who may not have specialist ear care experience but would like to take up a development role via an Annex 21 process which will include a structured 12-month training programme to obtain The National Diploma in Primary Ear Care for Practitioners. This will require attendance at the Rotherham Ear Care centre. You will be supported to complete competencies and gain necessary experience to meet the Band 6 Specialist Ear Care Nurse role and all duties as indicated within this job description. Until that time all tasks will be supervised. Timeframes to be agreed on appointment.

Main duties of the job

• Work alongside the Audiology department and visiting ENT Consultants in the delivery of Specialist Ear Care Nursing service across Powys for patients of all ages which includes:
• Nursing assessment, treatment, and care planning of ear care for Powys.
• Performing wax removal by manual removal, irrigation, and micro suction.
• Treating and managing ENT conditions such as ear foreign body removal, mastoid cavity care, post operative ear care, Otitis Externa and media.

Band 6 - Annex 21
Undertake a 12-month training programme to obtain the relevant professional body training, completion of competencies and experience to meet the Band 6 Specialist Ear Care Nurse role and all duties as indicated within this job description. Until that time all tasks will be supervised. Timeframe to be agreed on appointment.

About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job responsibilities
Full details of the job and main responsibilities can be found in the attached job description.

This role will be required to deliver out-patient clinics and domiciliary visits across North, Mid and South Powys localities. The main base can be discussed at time of recruitment

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential

• Registered Nurse and Diploma in Ear Care or equivalent qualification or experience
• Evidence of recent CPD activity in the field of Ear Care or ENT
• Knowledge of Audiology Principles such as the impact of hearing loss, amplification for hearing loss and Tinnitus Management
• Knowledge of Deaf awareness
• Band 6 - Annex 21: Undertake a development programme to achieve the relevant knowledge, skills, and experience as within the Job Description and Person Specification for this role. Timeframe to be decided upon appointment.

Desirable

• Teaching & Assessing qualification
• Nurse Prescribing qualification

Experience
Essential

• Experience across the range of specialist ear care nursing procedures, including wax removal by manual removal, irrigation and micro suction; ear foreign body removal; mastoid cavity care
• Evidence maintaining clinical skills
• Health promotion and patient education experience
• Case management skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of planning and booking
• Experience of prescribing treatments as an Independent Prescriber in clinics

Skills and Attributes
Essential

• Use IT equipment
• Work independently/autonomously and interdependently with other health care professionals
• Develop appropriate plan of care
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patient, families, and members of health care team
• Patient assessment skills using diagnostic methods and instruments

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn

Other
Essential

• Ability to work flexible hours according to needs of the service/able to travel to undertake the duties of the post at various locations

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Powys Teaching Health Board
Address: Pan Powys, Llandrindod Wells, LD1 5HF, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Aled Falvey, Interim operational manager for Ear care nurses, Aled.Falvey@wales.nhs.uk, 07775561415

Details
Closing date: 16 November 2026
Date posted: 02 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £40,559 to £48,841 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 070-NMR104-1126

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