Associate Clinical Nurse Specialist | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £38,682 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Westcliff on Sea, SS0 0RY |
| Company: | Southend University Hospital NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7624584/390-TAC-SO-6230 |
Summary
This role provides high‑quality clinical care and support to patients within the Inpatient Pain Management Service. Working closely with the Specialist Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist, the post‑holder will contribute to the delivery and development of specialist nursing interventions that enhance patient comfort, safety, and outcomes.
The role also acts as a key resource for the multidisciplinary team, offering clinical guidance, support, and expertise to ensure consistent, evidence‑based pain management across the service.
Clinical:
Manage a defined caseload of patients with support from the Band 7 CNS, providing specialist advice and clinical expertise to patients, families, and staff. Undertake comprehensive assessments and deliver evidence‑based interventions. Coordinate patient care pathways to optimise outcomes under senior supervision.
Leadership:
Contribute to the education and development of staff within the clinical area and participate in service reviews and audit activities.
Education:
Provide formal and informal teaching to the multidisciplinary team and students. Maintain personal professional development in accordance with NMC standards.
Research & Quality:
Support local audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives, ensuring clinical practice reflects current evidence and national guidance.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Are you looking for an exciting new role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
This advert closes on Wednesday 11 Feb 2026