Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Lymphoedema Nurse or Physiotherapist to join our specialist service. We welcome applications from experienced Band 6 nurses or physiotherapists, as well as motivated Band 5 nurses who are keen to develop their skills and progress within this specialist area and take the next step in their career. We will provide appropriate training and support to develop the knowledge, clinical skills and confidence required to work within the service.

You will provide high-quality, patient centred care to individuals living with lymphoedema and related conditions across the local community. The role involves assessing, treating and reviewing patients, developing personalised care plans, and supporting self-management to improve independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

You will work autonomously while collaborating closely with patients, carers and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver effective, holistic care.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist knowledge, clinical skills and professional practise within specialist lymphoedema care as well as support our commitment to delivering outstanding community-based services.

Main duties of the job
The Provide CIC Lymphoedema Service provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for both primary and secondary lymphoedema.

Working as part of the specialist lymphoedema team alongside the Lymphoedema Nurse Specialist and Associate Practitioner, the post holder will provide high-quality, evidence based assessment and treatment. This will include skin care advice, manual lymphatic drainage, exercise and movement guidance, self-management education and compression therapy (multi-layer compression bandaging/hosiery/wraps) and intensive therapy options for complex cases.

The post holder will manage a clinical caseload, undertake specialist assessment and treatment and work autonomously within their scope of competence. They will provide care across a range of community settings, including patients' homes and multiple clinic locations, maintaining professional standards and continuity of care. They will demonstrate advanced clinical decision making and seek advice from the Lymphoedema Nurse Specialist when required.

A key aspect of the role is to provide advice, support and education to healthcare professionals enhancing their knowledge and skills in the recognition and management of lymphoedema. This should be in line with national guidance and best practise, supporting the consistent delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care.

About us
Provide is a Community Interest Company (social enterprise). We deliver a broad range of health and social care services in the community, and are committed to making sure that they are safe, responsive and of high quality. Provide is owned by its employees and has primarily social objectives. Any profits we make are reinvested into the local community or back into delivering services.

We work from a variety of community settings, such as community hospitals, community clinics, schools, nursing homes and primary care settings, as well as within people's homes to provide more than 40 services to children, families and adults across Essex, Dorset, East Anglia and the North of England.

A highly respected, award winning health and social care provider. We expect our staff to demonstrate and uphold our values at all times:

Vision: Transforming Lives
Values: Care, Innovation and Compassion
Mission: An ambitious, employee owned social enterprise, growing in size and influence. We transform lives by treating, caring and educating people.

Provide is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, proud to have LGBT+, Ethnic Minority and Men's Networks.

We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups. If you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply regardless of your background.

Details
Date posted: 02 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year Per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 828-PROVIDE4269-A

Essential qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Physiotherapist with degree or equivalent
• Chronic oedema / lymphoedema training or leg ulcer management

Desirable qualifications

• Formal training and / or certificate in Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) techniques

Essential skills

• Able to teach and provide education to patients, families, carers and health professionals

Essential personal attributes

• Able to work as part of a team as well as a wider multidisciplinary team

Essential circumstances

• Car driver with full UK driving licence

Desirable IT

• Experience of Systm One

Essential experience

• Relevant substantial nursing or physiotherapy experience

Desirable experience

• Cancer / palliative care knowledge and experience

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. 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.

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

Employer contact
For questions about the job, contact: Lymphoedema Nurse Specialist, Donna Brown, donna.brown23@nhs.net, 07580911878

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