Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Gloucestershire Leg Ulcer Service for a Band 7 Senior Leg Ulcer Specialist Nurse. We are seeking an enthusiastic Registered Nurse with a desire to lead the current Gloucestershire Leg Ulcer team. You should have substantial post registration experience. You should have extensive knowledge and skills in the management of venous disease and leg ulcer care. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate effective leadership skills required to support a team of registered practitioners in the progression of the service and delivery of enhanced practice. The Gloucestershire and Swindon Vascular Network are supported by the Gloucestershire Leg Ulcer Service, with the specialist nurses offering enhanced care. The specialist nursing team independently review, assess and treat both in and out-patients across Gloucestershire. The successful candidate will be expected to work alongside the well-established and highly experienced leg ulcer team, and therefore will be required to have the necessary skills and competencies to undertake the clinical assessments and treatment plans for this complex group of service users. Additional working pattern details: Monday to Friday The proposed interview date is: 21st August Main duties of the job The Senior Leg Ulcer Specialist Nurse will be expected to lead training locally within the service for pre-registered and registered practitioners. Will be responsible for the clinical supervision of junior colleagues within the team as required. The post holder will support with the continuing professional development of the specialist nurses within the team. To ensure governance, the Senior Leg Ulcer Specialist nurse will be required to review local policies, patient information, partake in risk assessments, undertake audits and research opportunities. With the support of the Vascular Lead Nurse, Vascular Consultants, current Leg Ulcer team and MDT the successful candidate will work independently and as part of a team to deliver high quality care to this complex group of service users. About us We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another. With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you. Details Date posted 03 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year (pro rata if part time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 318-25-T0482 Job locations 5 Pullman Court (Gloucestershire Royal Hospital) Great Western Road Gloucester GL1 3ND Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached detailed job description for job role of Senior Leg Ulcer Specialist Nurse Band 7 for further details of main responsibilities Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached detailed job description for job role of Senior Leg Ulcer Specialist Nurse Band 7 for further details of main responsibilities Person Specification Qualifications Essential Active registration with NMC or HCPC United Kingdom recognised Degree in Nursing Knowledge Essential Evidence of diagnostic skills including Doppler assessments Evidence of team management Excellent IT skills Demonstrates ability to keep up to date with professional issues that influence nursing practice relating to area of clinical practice, management, education and research. Ability to contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policies/protocols/guidelines relevant to area of practice Desirable Acts as a role model, led by example to ensure the Trust's values and behaviours are reinforced throughout their area of practice. Clinical/ Experiance Essential Experience of working in an acute clinical environment Substantial post registration experience Previous experience in leg ulcer management Evidence of independent practice using enhanced clinical reasoning skills and techniques to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate patient care Desirable Previous vascular experience Personal Attributes Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative to priorities own workload Personally resilient and able to manage complexity and work in an ambiguous or challenging environment Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety Reliable, adaptable and dependable Resilient under pressure Person Specification Qualifications Essential Active registration with NMC or HCPC United Kingdom recognised Degree in Nursing Knowledge Essential Evidence of diagnostic skills including Doppler assessments Evidence of team management Excellent IT skills Demonstrates ability to keep up to date with professional issues that influence nursing practice relating to area of clinical practice, management, education and research. Ability to contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policies/protocols/guidelines relevant to area of practice Desirable Acts as a role model, led by example to ensure the Trust's values and behaviours are reinforced throughout their area of practice. Clinical/ Experiance Essential Experience of working in an acute clinical environment Substantial post registration experience Previous experience in leg ulcer management Evidence of independent practice using enhanced clinical reasoning skills and techniques to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate patient care Desirable Previous vascular experience Personal Attributes Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative to priorities own workload Personally resilient and able to manage complexity and work in an ambiguous or challenging environment Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety Reliable, adaptable and dependable Resilient under pressure 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. 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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address 5 Pullman Court (Gloucestershire Royal Hospital) Great Western Road Gloucester GL1 3ND Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address 5 Pullman Court (Gloucestershire Royal Hospital) Great Western Road Gloucester GL1 3ND Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : 5 Pullman Court (Gloucestershire Royal Hospital), Great Western Road, GL1 3ND Gloucester, United Kingdom