Clinical Nurse Specialist Pelvic Floor: Sponsorship Available

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

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.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have experience in anal irrigation and will advise and support the patient in the use of appropriate methods of bowel management from a full range of products.

They will independently support the patient and liaise with tertiary referral centres for functional bowel surgical management where appropriate.

The post holder will be an experienced Nurse Practitioner. The role will require excellent communication skills and dedication to improve and develop services that positively influence patient care and experience.

The post holder will be an independent practitioner with a clinical caseload working alongside the Lead Colorectal Nurse Practitioner and other Colorectal Nurses, providing professional expertise and ensuring the highest standard of care is given to patients and their families who are under investigation and management of colorectal/ functional bowel disease.

Person Specification

Annex 21

Essential

  • 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

Essential

  • 1st level Registered Nurse with current live PIN on NMC Register.
  • ILS qualification.

Desirable

  • Post Registration Course in Colorectal Nursing.
  • Independent Prescribing.
  • IRMER Training.

Knowledge/Skills

Essential

  • 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.

Desirable

  • Welsh Language Skills (Speaking and Listening) (Level 3 and above/B1)

Experience

Essential

  • Post registration experience working in a colorectal setting at Band 6 level or above.
  • Experience of managing own workload.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Closing Date: 17 September 2026

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