Job summary
- Main area
- Specialist Medicine
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 188-NM010726
- Employer
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- University Hospital Southampton
- Town
- Southampton
- Salary
- £28,392 - £31,157 Per annum - Pro rata
- Closing
- 17/07/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Clinical Nursing Associate / Assistant Practitioner Asthma and Allergy
Band 4
Job overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Band 4 Clinical Nursing Associate/Assistant Practitioner to join our friendly Asthma and Allergy team. This role supports the delivery of high-quality outpatient care for patients with asthma and allergic conditions, helping to ensure a positive patient experience and smooth-running clinics.
Working closely with Clinical Nurse Specialists, Consultants, and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will support patient assessments, diagnostic testing, biologic pathways, and day-to-day service delivery.
The post reports to the Senior Sister/Lead Nurse and plays an important role in helping patients access timely, effective specialist care while supporting the ongoing development of the Asthma and Allergy Service.
Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Responsibilities
Support the delivery of specialist Asthma and Allergy outpatient clinics, providing high-quality, patient-centred care.
Undertake agreed clinical competencies, including diagnostic testing and administration of treatments, following appropriate training and competency assessment.
Work closely with Clinical Nurse Specialists, Consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient pathways and support service delivery.
Contribute to service improvement, audit and quality initiatives to enhance patient experience and outcomes.
What Experience/Skills Are Needed
Registered Nursing Associate, Assistant Practitioner or equivalent qualification as outlined in the person specification.
Experience of working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team and communicating effectively with patients and colleagues.
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and work independently when required.
A positive and flexible approach, with a commitment to delivering excellent patient care and ongoing professional development.
Additional Information
This is primarily an outpatient-based role within the Asthma and Allergy Service.
The successful candidate will be expected to complete service-specific competencies relevant to asthma and allergy care.
Enhanced DBS clearance will be required for this post.
The role is based at University Hospital Southampton and may require travel between Trust sites if required.
Person specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential criteria
- Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
- OR Assistant Practitioner with a health-related Foundation Degree e.g. Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care.
- OR Overseas nursing qualification without NMC registration at UK Academic level 5 Evidence of numeracy and literacy – minimum national qualification level 2
- Experience of working under appropriate supervision as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information.
- Knowledge of nursing procedures and practices in an acute hospital setting.
Desirable criteria
- Assessed as competent to administer medications.
- Acute apprenticeship units as appropriate to UHS Care Group/Divisional requirements.
- Extended clinical skills e.g. venesection/cannulation.
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Patient First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Eleanor Rayala-Montaniel
- Job title
- Lead Nurse | Specialist Medicine Adult Asthma and Allergy
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 023 8120 8082
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