Job summary
An exciting development opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist for Inflammatory Bowel Disease - 12 months.

The post holder should be a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual, who is passionate about delivering high quality, compassionate care to patients in hospital and in the out-patient setting and who is equipped with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. They will need to be able to work as a member of the MDT but also have ability to work autonomously. The ideal post holder will have knowledge and experience in working with/caring for patients with inflammatory bowel disease, and have a desire to promote the values of the service through education and training.

This role will focus on biologic nurse responsibilities, providing specialised care and support to patients undergoing biologic treatments for IBD. This is a great opportunity for someone who wishes to develop in a specialist nursing role. Support and training will be given.

This secondment offers a unique opportunity to further develop your skills in biologic therapies while contributing to high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment.

The service is currently delivered over 5 days, Monday - Friday (08.00 - 16.00).

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• Administering biologic therapies and monitoring patient responses
• Educating patients on biologic treatments and self-care management
• Preparing patients to start biologic therapies, including assessing eligibility, conducting necessary pre-treatment tests, and providing comprehensive education on treatment protocols and potential side effects
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Supporting patients using the IBD advice line

About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation. Apply through our website for further details about this prestigious award.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details
Date posted: 15 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 218-NM-B6-8351818
Closing date: 01 November 2026

Job responsibilities

• Ensure own and others clinical practice is up to date, evidenced and research based.
• Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality.
• Deliver care according to local and national guidelines ensuring delivery of evidence-based care and working towards the Trust vision of providing a world class service.
• Provide and facilitate high quality care for both in-patients and out-patients presenting with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
• To review inpatients with IBD ensuring best practice has been instigated and ensure relevant tests are done in a timely manner to prevent any delays in further treatment.
• Exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy demonstrating an advanced level of specialist knowledge.
• Provide a nurse-led clinic service for patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
• Ability to communicate complex diagnosis and patient plans under supervision.
• To have highly developed communication skills enabling maintenance of a high-quality service and ensuring timely management and resolution of unexpected events or situations.
• To run a clinic for stable IBD patients and escalate appropriately where necessary.
• Administering biologic therapies, and monitoring patient responses.
• Educating patients on biologic treatments and self-care management.
• Preparing patients to start biologic therapies, including assessing eligibility, conducting necessary pre-treatment tests, and providing comprehensive education on treatment protocols and potential side effects including bloods.
• Responsible for identifying and assessing clinical and non-clinical issues, implementing resolutions and monitoring/auditing outcomes e.g., to blood monitor for possible side effects of drug treatments.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes and attend weekly MDT meetings.

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates. If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Degree in relevant subject or willingness to undertake; Current Professional Registration; Evidence of CPD; Study at level 6 (degree / diploma); Teaching and assessing qualification or willingness to undertake
• Desirable: Leadership qualification or completion of leadership course

Experience

• Essential: Professional clinical experience in appropriate specialty; Highly developed communication skills; Experience of conflict management; Experience of writing / producing patient information
• Desirable: Advanced communication skills course

Knowledge

• Essential: A knowledgeable clinician with the ability to apply evidence-based practice; An understanding of current issues relating to the NHS; A knowledge of professional policies and procedures; Knowledge of clinical governance and a commitment to clinical supervision and staff development; Specialist experience, knowledge and skills required within Inflammatory bowel disease and gastroenterology
• Desirable: Knowledge of peer review process; A good understanding of current issues relating to the NHS

Skills

• Essential: Basic understanding of IT and technology; Able to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively; Good management of own and others time; Able to use initiative and make decisions; Analyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions; Strong leadership skills
• Desirable: Knowledge of Accurx and relevant training

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

• Essential: Evidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. For posts with managerial responsibility only: evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX, United Kingdom

Contact: Lead IBD CNS, Hazel Morris, hazel.morris2@uhcw.nhs.uk, 02476967833