Clinical Nurse Specialist Pelvic Floor
At a glance
- Band
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 20/08/2026
- Closes
- 03/09/2026
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Role summary
This role is for an enthusiastic Clinical Nurse Specialist (Pelvic Floor) to join a specialist colorectal service. The post holder will autonomously assess, manage, and support patients with colonic motility and pelvic floor disorders, developing personalised treatment plans and providing expert advice. They will also be involved in interpreting diagnostic investigations and supporting patients with bowel management strategies. The role requires excellent communication skills and dedication to improving patient care.
Essential criteria
- Annex 21; Will be required to undertake up to a 24 month training/ development /competency programme upon commencement of this role, with an aim to attain the required qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience to carry out all duties listed in this Job Description. During this training period, salary will be paid in accordance with Annex 21 of the Terms and Conditions.
- Qualifications/Training
- 1st level Registered Nurse with current live PIN on NMC Register.
- ILS qualification.
Desirable criteria
- Post Registration Course in Colorectal Nursing.
- Independent Prescribing.
- IRMER Training.
- Knowledge/Skills
- Professional clinical knowledge acquired through Master's Degree, or possess an equivalent level of skills, experience and knowledge in Colorectal Care.
- Advanced assessment skills. Highly developed clinical and theoretical knowledge relating to the management of acute/chronic conditions.
- Evidence of functional bowel clinical involvement experience with anal irrigation and assessment.
- Understanding and knowledge of current issues in Nursing and NHS.
- Willing to undertake a structured plan of identified clinical competencies.
- Welsh Language Skills (Speaking and Listening) (Level 3 and above/B1)
- Post registration experience working in a colorectal setting at Band 6 level or above.
- Experience of managing own workload.
- Annex 21
- Annex 21; Will be required to undertake up to a 24 month training/ development /competency programme upon commencement of this role, with an aim to attain the required qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience to carry out all duties listed in this Job Description. During this training period, salary will be paid in accordance with Annex 21 of the Terms and Conditions.
- Qualifications/Training
- 1st level Registered Nurse with current live PIN on NMC Register.
- ILS qualification.
- Post Registration Course in Colorectal Nursing.
- Independent Prescribing.
- IRMER Training.
- Knowledge/Skills
- Professional clinical knowledge acquired through Master's Degree, or possess an equivalent level of skills, experience and knowledge in Colorectal Care.
- Advanced assessment skills. Highly developed clinical and theoretical knowledge relating to the management of acute/chronic conditions.
- Evidence of functional bowel clinical involvement experience with anal irrigation and assessment.
- Understanding and knowledge of current issues in Nursing and NHS.
- Willing to undertake a structured plan of identified clinical competencies.
- Welsh Language Skills (Speaking and Listening) (Level 3 and above/B1)
- Post registration experience working in a colorectal setting at Band 6 level or above.
- Experience of managing own workload.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 7 at £46,148 – £52,809 a year, across England.
This advert: £50,129 – £57,365 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist (Pelvic Floor) to join our specialist colorectal service.
This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse with an interest in pelvic floor dysfunction and functional bowel disorders to develop advanced clinical skills within a supportive team. Annex 21 of the NHS Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions is available for suitable candidates, offering a structured development pathway towards the full role.
As an autonomous practitioner, you will assess, manage and support patients with colonic motility and pelvic floor disorders, developing personalised treatment plans and providing expert advice on bowel management. You will be involved in requesting and interpreting a range of diagnostic investigations, including transit studies, CT colonography, defecating proctograms, endoanal ultrasound, blood tests and stool cultures.
The role also includes supporting patients with anal irrigation and other bowel management strategies, helping them achieve the best possible outcomes and quality of life. Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, you will liaise with tertiary referral centres to coordinate specialist surgical management when appropriate.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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