Senior Haemoglobinopathy Liaison Sister/Charge Nurse
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Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust Senior Haemoglobinopathy Liaison Sister/Charge Nurse
The closing date is 17 September 2026
Job summary
It is an exciting time to join the Haemoglobinopathy team at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust as we look forward to a new working model of integrating community and hospital Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Service.
The team are looking for a friendly and dynamic nurse to join the team in a liaison nurse role, an integral part in facilitating the transition between paediatric services, but increasingly bridging the gap between hospital and home too.
We are looking for someone with experience of caring for people with haemoglobinopathy conditions or awareness of the challenges they face. You will need to have excellent communication skills, and be competent in venepuncture, cannulation and the use of CVADs. A prescribing qualification and clinical assessment qualification are essential. We look forward to working with you and helping you to fulfil your potential both professionally and academically.
Main duties of the job
All aspects of care of the haemoglobinopathy patient: screening and counselling on diagnosis.
Clinically supporting patients with their well being in an outpatient setting but also supporting during inpatient stays, delivering day treatments and managing the unwell patient.
Coordinating and participating in regional MDTs, teaching and raising awareness throughout hospital and community.
This role involves visiting patients in their own homes to deliver a holistic approach to care. As it requires working within the community, a full UK driving licence and access to a personal vehicle are essential.
Supporting the Lead nurse with service development.
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Details
Date posted
03 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
381-ME-8106337-A
Job locations
Midland Metropolitan University Hospital
Grove Lane
Smethwick
B66 2QT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be a high-profile, dynamic nurse with a keen attention to detail and a holistic approach to care. As an accessible and responsive leader, they will hold 24-hour responsibility for patient care, staff coordination, service delivery, and resource management within a defined area. They will make informed decisions within their professional scope, involving patients and the public to meet agreed clinical standards and targets. The role includes managing and coordinating staff and clinical activities within the departments liaison team, playing a key role in the multidisciplinary team, and leading change management initiatives within the haemoglobinopathy service. Strong communication links with divisional operational management and other stakeholders will be essential to ensure staff are effectively briefed and supported.
The post holder will provide specialist support and advice to healthcare professionals locally and regionally, working closely with patients to reduce hospital length of stay, promote independence, and encourage adherence to treatment plans and appointment attendance. They will lead a team of liaison sisters who support patients in the community, conducting home visits to assess individual needs and tailor support accordingly. Much of the work will focus on hospital avoidance, promoting compliance, and improving overall patient outcomes.
A full UK driving licence and daily access to a personal vehicle are required, as the role involves occasional lone working during home visits, necessitating vigilance and thorough risk assessment. The post holder will be required to prescribe medications to patients therefore a having the non-medical prescriber qualification is essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be a high-profile, dynamic nurse with a keen attention to detail and a holistic approach to care. As an accessible and responsive leader, they will hold 24-hour responsibility for patient care, staff coordination, service delivery, and resource management within a defined area. They will make informed decisions within their professional scope, involving patients and the public to meet agreed clinical standards and targets. The role includes managing and coordinating staff and clinical activities within the departments liaison team, playing a key role in the multidisciplinary team, and leading change management initiatives within the haemoglobinopathy service. Strong communication links with divisional operational management and other stakeholders will be essential to ensure staff are effectively briefed and supported.
The post holder will provide specialist support and advice to healthcare professionals locally and regionally, working closely with patients to reduce hospital length of stay, promote independence, and encourage adherence to treatment plans and appointment attendance. They will lead a team of liaison sisters who support patients in the community, conducting home visits to assess individual needs and tailor support accordingly. Much of the work will focus on hospital avoidance, promoting compliance, and improving overall patient outcomes.
A full UK driving licence and daily access to a personal vehicle are required, as the role involves occasional lone working during home visits, necessitating vigilance and thorough risk assessment. The post holder will be required to prescribe medications to patients therefore a having the non-medical prescriber qualification is essential.
Person Specification
Scoring during shortlisting
Essential
- Qualification- Nursing
- Haematology experience
- Prescribing qualification
- Team leader experience
- Extensive relevant post registration experience.
Desirable
- Counselling qualification
- Post graduate qualification relevant to clinic specialty in haematology
- Leadership or management qualification
- Masters degree or working towards
Shortlisting
Essential
- Qualification- nursing
- Haematology experience
- Prescribing qualification
- Team leader experience
- Extensive relevant post registration experience.
Desirable
- Counselling qualification
- Post graduate qualification relevant to clinic specialty in haematology
- Leadership or management qualification
- Masters degree or working towards
Scoring during shortlisting
Essential
- Qualification- Nursing
- Haematology experience
- Prescribing qualification
- Team leader experience
- Extensive relevant post registration experience.
Desirable
- Counselling qualification
- Post graduate qualification relevant to clinic specialty in haematology
- Leadership or management qualification
- Masters degree or working towards
Shortlisting
Essential
- Qualification- nursing
- Haematology experience
- Prescribing qualification
- Team leader experience
- Extensive relevant post registration experience.
Desirable
- Counselling qualification
- Post graduate qualification relevant to clinic specialty in haematology
- Leadership or management qualification
- Masters degree or working towards
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).
Additional information
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Address
Midland Metropolitan University Hospital
Grove Lane
Smethwick
B66 2QT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Address
Midland Metropolitan University Hospital
Grove Lane
Smethwick
B66 2QT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Nurse
Amanda Tembedza
01215076040
Details
Date posted
03 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
381-ME-8106337-A
Job locations
Midland Metropolitan University Hospital
Grove Lane
Smethwick
B66 2QT
United Kingdom
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