Band 6 TB Specialist Nurse (Development Post) – UK Visa Sponsorship Available

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Benefits offered by this job

Structured development programme

Professional supervision

12 months of specialist training

Supportive NHS career progression

Visa sponsorship (if eligible)

Job summary

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated Band 6 TB Specialist Nurse for a development post in the Birmingham area. The role focuses on tuberculosis care, treatment completion, infection prevention, and public health outcomes as part of a structured 12‑month development programme.

The post offers training, supervision and professional support while working across Birmingham and Solihull in community TB services with collaboration across healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration.
• Degree in nursing or equivalent qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Teaching or mentoring qualification is desirable.
• Experience delivering clinical teaching and supporting professional learning.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, governance and NHS policies.
• Understanding of TB management developments; community TB experience is desirable.
• Full Category B driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload of patients diagnosed with tuberculosis.
• Monitor patients’ progress and provide support throughout their treatment.
• Promote treatment adherence and encourage patients to complete prescribed medication.
• Conduct contact investigations to identify individuals exposed to TB.
• Support infection prevention and control measures to reduce transmission.
• Help prevent development and spread of drug‑resistant TB.
• Provide health education and guidance to patients, families and communities.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams and community services.
• Assist vulnerable populations in accessing treatment and healthcare services.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and NHS policy compliance.
• Participate in specialist training and development activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Independent working

Driving licence

Education

NMC registration

Nursing degree or equivalent

CPD evidence

Teaching & mentoring qualification

Job description

Job title: Band 6 TB Specialist Nurse (Development Post).

Employer: University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom.

Salary: Advertised at around £39,959–£48,117 per annum.

Employment type: Not specified in the supplied listing.

Work arrangement: Full-time, community-based role involving patient visits and collaboration with healthcare professionals across Birmingham and Solihull.

Job overview:

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated and experienced nurse to join its Birmingham and Solihull Tuberculosis (TB) Service. This is a specialist development opportunity for a Band 5 nurse looking to progress into a Band 6 TB nursing position.

The successful candidate will receive structured training, clinical supervision and professional support over a development period of up to 12 months. The role focuses on assessing and managing patients with tuberculosis, supporting treatment completion, preventing infection transmission and reducing drug-resistant TB.

The nurse will work with vulnerable and underserved communities, helping patients access appropriate healthcare and complete their treatment. This position offers an opportunity to develop specialist clinical knowledge, strengthen community nursing experience and contribute to public health.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload of patients diagnosed with tuberculosis.
• Monitor patients’ progress and provide support throughout their treatment.
• Promote treatment adherence and encourage patients to complete prescribed medication.
• Conduct contact investigations to identify individuals who may have been exposed to TB.
• Support infection prevention and control measures to reduce community transmission.
• Help prevent the development and spread of drug-resistant tuberculosis.
• Provide health education and guidance to patients, families and community groups.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals and community services.
• Support vulnerable populations in accessing appropriate treatment and healthcare services.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with NHS policies.
• Participate in specialist training and professional development activities.

Requirements

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Degree or equivalent nursing qualification.
• At least three years of relevant post-registration nursing experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Teaching and mentoring qualification.
• Experience delivering clinical teaching and supporting professional learning.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, clinical governance and relevant NHS policies.
• Understanding of current research and developments in tuberculosis management.
• Community nursing or TB case management experience is desirable.
• Non-Medical Prescribing qualification is desirable.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage clinical responsibilities.
• Full Category B driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to travel across the community.
• Competitive salary: NHS Band 6 salary of approximately £39,959–£48,117 annually.
• Career progression: Structured opportunity to progress from Band 5 to Band 6.
• Professional training: Up to 12 months of supported specialist development.
• Clinical experience: Opportunity to gain expertise in TB prevention, treatment and community management.
• Professional development: Opportunities to strengthen clinical, teaching and mentoring skills.
• Multidisciplinary teamwork: Collaboration with experienced healthcare professionals.
• Specialist knowledge: Exposure to complex TB cases and public health initiatives.
• Visa sponsorship: The advertisement welcomes applications requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, subject to eligibility and immigration requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: NHS Band 6 salary of approximately £39,959–£48,117 annually.
• Career progression: Structured opportunity to progress from Band 5 to Band 6.
• Professional training: Up to 12 months of supported specialist development.
• Clinical experience: Opportunity to gain expertise in TB prevention, treatment and community management.
• Professional development: Opportunities to strengthen clinical, teaching and mentoring skills.
• Multidisciplinary teamwork: Collaboration with experienced healthcare professionals.
• Specialist knowledge: Exposure to complex TB cases and public health initiatives.
• Visa sponsorship: The advertisement welcomes applications requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, subject to eligibility and immigration requirements.