Job summary
We are currently recruiting for a Part-time Band 5 Registered Nurse to join the Royal Free Dermatology Clinic within the Royal Free Hospital.

We provide a unique and highly specialised service within the healthcare sector, caring for a diverse patient population that includes both local and national patients.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Dermatology with demonstrable experience in MOS, Patch Testing and Phototherapy. The successful candidate will be expected to provide a high standard of patient-centred care while working effectively within our specialist multidisciplinary team.

We are committed to supporting the professional development of our nursing staff. Comprehensive training and opportunities for upskilling will be provided, including access to relevant renal courses and appropriate in-house training programmes, depending on individual experience and development needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Dermatology nurse to further develop their specialist skills within a unique and dynamic service.

Main duties of the job
The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role.

*** Active NMC PIN and Dermatology experience only applicants. ***

About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated team of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

For more information please visit https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details
Date posted: 20 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £38,488 to £46,852 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 391-RFL-8375104
Job locations: Royal Free Dermatology, Pond Street, Hampstead, NW3 2QG, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments.
• Registered nurse
• Undergraduate degree
• Advanced assessment skills or willingness to work towards
• Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification
• Experience of mentoring and managing junior staff and students
• Experience of developing innovative practice and managing change.
• Experience of autonomous practice
• Experience of audit and research
• Skilled in use of computer/keyboard
• Experience of teaching.
• Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional Teams
• Ability to solve problems, prioritise, work to deadlines and self-motivate
• Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
• Be a positive role model with evidence on-going professional development
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
• Diplomatic and calm
• To be flexible and approachable
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and service delivery
• Self-awareness

Desirable

• Phototherapy experience and competencies
• Dermatology related courses or a willingness to undertake
• Post Registration experience of nursing patients with Dermatological conditions
• Expert specialist skills and knowledge of managing patients with dermatological conditions
• Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to Dermatology

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).

Employer details
Employer name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Employer's website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Contact
Head of Nursing, Florence Kabambe, fkabambe@nhs.net, 07970882963

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