Job summary
This is an exciting role for a nurse who enjoys autonomous practice whilst working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team. You'll support patients in their own homes and community settings, work collaboratively with GPs, district nurses and wider healthcare professionals, and play an important role in shaping the future delivery of community palliative care services.
Main duties of the job
You will be a part of our Community Palliative Care Team (CPCT) as a Community Nurse Specialist. Working at the heart of community palliative care, you'll provide expert clinical support, symptom management and advance care planning for patients and their families, helping them live as well as possible with their condition.
About us
We are delighted to offer this internal opportunity to join our experienced and supportive Community Palliative Care Team (CPCT) as a Community Nurse Specialist. Working at the heart of community palliative care, you'll provide expert clinical support, symptom management and advance care planning for patients and their families, helping them live as well as possible with their condition.
Job description
Job responsibilities
COMMUNITY NURSE SPECLIALIST | Band 6 | £39,959 - £48,117 per annum
Full Time: 37.5 hours over 5 days a week (Monday to Friday)
Location: Based across East Somerset
ABOUT THE BENEFITS
Dorothy House is an incredible place to work, these are just a few of our benefits that we offer to our staff:
WHAT WILL THE ROLE INVOLVE?
As a Community Nurse Specialist, you will play a key role in delivering specialist palliative care across our community services. Your responsibilities will include:
See our full detailed Job Description on our website for more information.
If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application! Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application.
INTERVIEWS - Interviews for this role will be held on Friday 13th November 2026.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- * First Level Nurse qualification with clinical experience at Band 6 level or equivalent
- * Clinical experience in relevant specialty - demonstrating evidence of palliative care knowledge
- * Experience facilitating Learning and Practice
- * Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
Desirable
- * Full Independent Nurse Prescriber (or be willing to undertake this course) / Clinical assessment and analytical skills- PACR course (or be willing to undertake)
- * Experience in teaching/education
- * Research skills
Experience
Essential
- * Demonstratable experience working alongside and support other members of the team
- * Ability to work independently and manage own caseload
- * Ongoing evidence of professional development
- * UK driving license with access to a vehicle
Desirable
- * Experience working within the community
- * Relevant degree or post graduate qualification(s) e.g. Specialist Practitioner qualification in District Nursing, Independent Non-Medical Prescriber, Specialist qualifications in Palliative Care, Oncology or Long Term Illness
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
Dorothy House Hospice
Address
A371, Shepton Mallet BA4 5BX
Shepton Mallet
BA4 5BX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Nurse Specialist in Shepton Mallet employer: Dorothy House Hospice
Dorothy House is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a supportive work culture, extensive training opportunities, and generous benefits including up to 33 days of annual leave, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in patient care while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance. Located in a compassionate environment, this role as a Senior Healthcare Assistant allows you to develop your clinical skills and take on added responsibilities, all while being part of a dedicated team committed to high-quality, person-centred care.
