Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: COPD Respiratory Clinical Nurse Specialist
Contract Type: Permanent

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.

Main duties of the job
Are you looking for an exciting and diverse role working across community and secondary care?

We have a full-time Respiratory Specialist Nurse role with the opportunity to join the Integrated COPD at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS).

This is an ideal opportunity for those who want to develop or further enhance their specialist nursing knowledge and skills within a supportive environment.

We are looking for dynamic, enthusiastic and committed nurse to support the delivery of our COPD service.

About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Details
Date posted: 17 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: Depending on experience
£39,959 to £48,117 per annum, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 188-SNM160926
Job locations: SME LCNS, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 5YA, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
The Integrated COPD Team provides specialist evidenced based care and support for patients with COPD within the acute hospital and on-going support, monitoring and education within their homes to promote independence to manage their disease within primary care.

We operate 8am-6pm 7 days a week covering the greater Southampton area and are hugely proud of the rapport we have built with our patients and the trust they have in us. We are integrated with our local trust and are proud of our links with primary care within the city and surrounding areas.

The team will establish contact with patients/carers from the time of initial referral or identification to provide specialist nursing advice and practical, psychosocial support.

Communicate to patients in a way that empowers them to make informed choices about their health and health care.

Manage patient care to ensure patients receive care that works in partnership with other healthcare professionals including referrals to alternative care pathways and treatments as clinically indicated.We are an active part of the COPD biologics pathway and provide support and troubleshooting advice to patient regarding their treatment.

As a Respiratory Specialist Nurse within the Integrated COPD Team, you will be expected to have excellent communication skills, promote the delivery of a high standard of patient-centred care and work between organisational boundaries. You will be expected to work across different organisations with the support of a Senior Sister.

You will analyse, monitor and implement actions that ensure the service delivery is safe and effective in line with the Trust values. You will be expected to be a coach to our patients, their families, and hospital staff facilitating a better understanding of COPD.

The post holder will require a flexible approach to working patterns and will be required to work to a rota that includes weekends and bank holidays.

The post holder will need to be adaptable and flexible and work in varied environments, including the hospital, home visits and on multiple sites.

If you think you have the skills to provide this service and work with our teams, we would love to hear from you.

This position involves frequent travel to client locations. Applicants must hold a full, valid driving licence and have access to a suitable vehicle.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential

• Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
• Degree qualification, 120 credits at L6 or possess an equivalent knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant specialist training, experience or portfolio
• Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
• Completion of all Band 5 (preceptorship) competencies
• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or evidence assessed to be of equivalent experience, demonstrating support to a range of learners in practice. Provide evidence of both supporting a range of learners in practice and supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Extensive post registration experience within specialist area.
• Knowledge of current issues within the acute health service
• Current UK driving licence with access to a vehicle

Desirable

• Change Management, clinical practice development
• Multidisciplinary team working
• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Organisational/strategic awareness.
• IT training

Trist Values and Behaviours
Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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: University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address: SME LCNS, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 5YA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Respiratory CNS Team Lead, Sarah Denton, sarah.denton@uhs.nhs.uk, 02381205581

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.