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Job summary

Main area
Neurology
Grade
Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 30 hours per week
Job ref
320-MED-1993
Employer
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Derby Hospital
Town
Derby
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 pro rata pa
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
13/08/2026 23:59
Interview date
21/08/2026

Employer heading

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust logo

Headache Specialist Nurse

Band 6

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

With over 14,000 members of staff you can expect huge variety and new opportunities every day! Our staff go above and beyond and take pride in caring for our patients.

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is fully committed to promoting inclusion, equality, diversity and human rights in employment and delivery of its services.  The Trust is committed to providing an environment where all employees, patients, carers and visitors experience equality of opportunity by means of understanding and appreciating the value of diversity.

As a Trust we promote an inclusive environment and welcome applications from a diverse pool of talent and backgrounds.  All individuals are valued and given every opportunity to succeed based on merit.

The Trust actively encourages applications from members of our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. These groups are under-represented in our organisation, and it’s important to us that our workforce reflects the diversity of our communities as much as possible.

Armed Forces and Disability Confident guaranteed interview scheme

To further support the pledges in the Armed Forces Covenant and to make a positive contribution to support ex-armed forces personnel (veterans) make the transition to civilian life, the Trust has introduced a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for veterans who meets the essential criteria set out in the person specification, to help them overcome barriers to find civilian employment. The scheme will operate for all external recruitment.

The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer and committed to both employing and retaining people with disabilities.  This commitment is to guarantee an interview for any candidate that has disclosed a disability under the Equality Act 2010 and who meets the essential criteria set out in the person specification.  Reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010 will be considered upon request.

if you are blind or visually impaired and require application material in an alternative format- such as Braille, large print, audio or accessible electronic formats or  you require support/adjustments with your application please contact the recruitment team on  01332 788466

Care Leaver Guaranteed Interview Scheme

The Trust is proud to be a signatory of the Care Leavers Covenant and is committed to supporting care-experienced people into employment.

Applicants who identify as a care leaver and who meet the essential criteria for the role, as detailed in the person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.

If you wish to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this within your application.

Join us and help make a real difference to our Trust.

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for; 

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, committed and enthusiastic Senior Registered Nurse to join our Neurology Specialist Nurse team as a Headache Specialist Nurse (Band 6, 0.8 wte). The successful applicant will become an integral part of the UHDB Headache service. The post-holder will work alongside an existing 0.8 wte Band 7 Headache Specialist Nurse and the wider Neurology team including Consultant Neurologists to coordinate care for patients and to further develop the Headache service for the UHDB catchment area.

The B6 Headache Specialist Nurse will provide expert information, education and support to patients with Refractory Headache disorders and to their relatives/carers ensuring rapid access to advice, treatment and the implementation of individual care plans as a clinical priority. Much of the work of the post-holder will be focused on managing specialist (hospital-prescribed) 2nd line treatments for Migraine including Botulinum Toxin therapy. The B6 Headache Specialist Nurse will also deliver nurse-led clinics in Medical Outpatients, run a busy telephone helpline service and review admitted patients in liason with the existing Band 7 Headache Specialist Nurse and act as a contact point and educational resource for all healthcare professionals (hospital and community-based) in delivering current best practice for Headache disorders.

 

Main duties of the job

You must be able to provide evidence of relevant practice. A background in Neurology would be advantageous. Experience in management of working with people with long term conditions is essential. You will need excellent communications skills and contribute towards treatment as part of the MDT. You will be expected to maintain high standards of nursing care coupled with involvement in continuous quality improvement and development of the UHDB Headache service, whilst ensuring professionalism is maintained at all times. You will be committed to ensuring patient safety, privacy and dignity by being motivated, caring and wanting to make a difference to the patient’s experience with a positive attitude. Informal visits are positively welcomed by contacting Sarah Kelly, Lead Headache Nurse Specialist on 01332 789568.

Closing date of applications: 13 August 2026

Interview date: 21 August 2026

Working for our organisation

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

  • Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
  • On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
  • Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:

  • We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
  • We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.
  • An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.
  • Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
  • Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
  • We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
  • We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
  • UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AI‑generated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below). 

Person specification

Education, training, qualifications

Essential criteria
  • NMC registration & revalidation requirements
  • Significant post registration experience, and experience in Neurology
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of working with chronic conditions
  • Evidence of degree / working towards higher degree or equivalent experience

Experience and knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Specific knowledge of the clinical area / speciality
  • Evidence of managing workload
  • Experience of mentoring, supporting, coaching and developing staff
Desirable criteria
  • Nurse prescriber

Skills and ability

Essential criteria
  • Will be able to hold responsibility & accountability for own decisions
  • Able to assesses associated risks and takes appropriate action
  • Manages the clinical workload, prioritising and re-prioritising
  • Previous experience of running clinics
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of quality improvement & clinical audit/research

Communications and interpersonal skills

Essential criteria
  • Good communication skills, written and verbally
  • Evidence of working within an MDT
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of working with a team to deliver outcomes

Employer certification / accreditation badges

No smoking policyArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerCare Leaver CovenantStep into healthArmed Forces CovenantCareLeaver CovenantAge Friendly EmployerNational 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

If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Please ensure that you had read the Job Description and Person Spec and that you meet the criteria before applying.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Jack O'Connor
Job title
Matron
Email address
jack.o'[email protected]
Telephone number
01332 786614
Additional information

We’d love to hear from you! If you have any questions about the role, team, or working environment, feel free to get in touch for an informal chat. Speaking with us before applying is completely optional, but it can help you decide if this opportunity is the right fit for you.

Please call or email to arrange an informal visit Monday to Friday from 8am.

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