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Job summary

Main area
Neurology
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 15 hours per week (2 days a week to cover patients from Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell area. Working days will be determined by service need.)
Job ref
193-8326467NCG
Employer
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Berkshire Hospital (Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell)
Town
Reading
Salary
£39,959 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
17/11/2026 23:59

Employer heading

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust logo

MS Clinical Nurse Specialist (Part-Time 15h/w)

NHS AfC: Band 7

At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is “Working together to provide outstanding care for our community.”

Royal Berkshire Hospital are pleased to announce that following our CQC inspection we have been rated ‘Good’ with inspectors reporting that we have made significant improvements.  The Trust’s overall rating has also improved to ‘good’.  

We are Compassionate in our thoughts, words and actions

We are Aspirational and have a true desire to be dynamic and to innovate

We are Resourceful and responsible in the way we work and live

We are Excellent in our development, fairness and sharing best practice

At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, we value candidates who bring their unique personalities, skills, and experiences to the Trust. When completing your application, we encourage you to highlight your individual achievements and strengths, showing us how they align with the requirements outlined in the job description and person specification. While we recognise that some applicants may use AI tools during the process, please be mindful that AI-generated responses can often lack the personal detail and relevance needed to demonstrate your suitability for the role. AI generated content is discouraged by the Trust and may diminish the candidates chances of success.

Amazing things happen at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; delivered by amazing people so why don’t you come and join us.  We offer a range of learning and development for all employees may you be clinical or non-clinical.  

Please note: all vacancies automatically close when 50 applications have been received.

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Neurology Clinical Nurse Specialist team.

The successful candidate will provide specialist, patient-centred care to people living with Multiple Sclerosis and their families. Working autonomously and as part of the multidisciplinary team, you will manage a specialist caseload, undertake clinical assessments, provide expert advice and support, and help coordinate care throughout the patient journey.

You will work closely with neurologists, specialist nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to support symptom management, treatment decisions, personalised care and the complex physical and psychological needs associated with MS.

The role also provides opportunities to contribute to patient and professional education, clinical audit, research, quality improvement and the ongoing development of the MS service.

We are looking for a nurse with excellent communication and organisational skills, a commitment to collaborative working and a genuine passion for improving the care and experience of people living with MS.

Applications are welcomed from experienced nurses with relevant neurological experience who are keen to develop their specialist knowledge and clinical decision-making skills. Suitable Band 6 applicants may also be considered and supported with training and development towards the requirements of the Band 7 role.

Main duties of the job

The Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Nurse Specialist will work autonomously as part of the multidisciplinary team, providing specialist, high-quality and patient-centred care to people living with MS and their families.

The post holder will:

  • Manage a specialist caseload, assessing, planning and delivering evidence-based nursing care.
  • Provide specialist advice, education and support to patients and families throughout their MS journey.
  • Undertake specialist assessment and support the management of complex physical and psychological symptoms.
  • Support the safe and effective management and monitoring of MS treatments within their professional scope of practice.
  • Work closely with neurologists, specialist nurses, allied health professionals, primary care and community services to ensure coordinated and seamless care.
  • Promote shared decision-making, self-management and personalised care planning.
  • Act as a specialist resource, providing advice, education and support to healthcare professionals.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary working and support effective communication across services.
  • Contribute to clinical education, audit, research, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
  • Participate in the ongoing development of the MS service, including policies, pathways and improvements to patient experience.
  • Maintain high standards of professional practice, patient safety, clinical governance, confidentiality and documentation.

Working for our organisation

Diversity makes us interesting… Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

We support flexible working wherever possible, with requests considered on an individual basis taking into account service requirements, operational needs and the requirements of the role.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information about the job role, please refer to the Job Decription and Person Specification attached.

Please note that applicants must hold a current and valid UK driving licence, as this is an essential requirement of the role.

Note:  Please note that this role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must therefore have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship from the Trust

Person specification

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • NMC registered Nurse
  • Degree level qualification in undergraduate base profession
  • Evidence of formal preparation for supporting learners e.g. Mentorship preparation module, PG Certificate in Education, Standards for student supervision and assessment (SSSA) training
Desirable criteria
  • Registered with NMC as an Independent /Supplementary Prescriber (V300)
  • Specialist qualification.

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Must have recent clinical experience in specialty at band 6 or above
  • Mentorship experience
  • Experience of teaching others in practice, and in the classroom setting.
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of successful change management
  • Experience of local/strategic influencing

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Expert clinical skills in specialty
  • Good IT skills
  • Good facilitation/presentation, teaching and assessing skills
Desirable criteria
  • Participation in primary research
  • Demonstrates ability to think laterally, creatively and innovatively

Other

Essential criteria
  • Current and valid UK driving licence

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyCare quality commission - GoodArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerStonewall equality policy. Equality and justice for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people.Florence Nightingale FoundationNational Preceptorship for Nursing Quality Mark 2024

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy will automatically close when 50 applications have been received.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Mary Grace Silva
Job title
Lead nurse, Neurological long term conditions
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0118 322 5369
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