# Respiratory Specialist Nurse > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/respiratory-specialist-nurse/b62fb4b5-3bc1-40c3-9e33-2ec4879d1944 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/respiratory-specialist-nurse/b62fb4b5-3bc1-40c3-9e33-2ec4879d1944.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Mayo Building, Salford Royal - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Clinical nurse specialist - **Grade:** Band 6 - **Salary:** £39,959 - £48,117 Pro-rata - **Contract type:** Fixed term: 9 months (Maternity Cover) - **Employment type:** Part time - 27.5 hours per week (7 day working on a rota basis) - **Closing date:** 2026-10-18T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-02T14:35:30.234Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Manchester/Rochdale/Northern_Care_Alliance_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Respiratory_Specialist_Nurse/Respiratory_Specialist_Nurse-v8340568 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8340568?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Exciting Career Opportunity in Respiratory Care Are you passionate about making a real difference in patients’ lives? Do you want to expand your expertise in Respiratory Medicine and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team? We’re thrilled to invite applications for a Respiratory Specialist Nurse to join our innovative Enhanced Respiratory Service in Heywood, Middleton, and Rochdale, proudly part of the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust. Why Join Us? - Be at the forefront of transforming respiratory care with a service that’s making a tangible impact—covering Pulmonary and Long COVID Rehabilitation, Early Supported Discharge, Admission Avoidance, and Community Clinics - Play a vital role in educating and supporting the wider HMR workforce, shaping the future of respiratory health What We’re Looking For: - A passionate, registered professional with experience in respiratory care ready to bring enthusiasm and dedication - A confident communicator who can work autonomously and thrive as part of a collaborative team - Someone committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care that is timely, compassionate, and responsive What We Offer: - An opportunity to develop your clinical, managerial, and leadership skills - A vibrant, supportive environment where your contribution truly makes a difference - The chance to travel across diverse locations within the Trust to meet service needs ### Main duties of the job We are seeking a passionate, motivated, and experienced respiratory nurse to join our team. You must be a registered adult nurse with extensive respiratory care experience and a demonstrated commitment to professional growth. You should be an effective communicator at all levels, able to work independently, and excel in teamwork. Your focus will be providing high-quality, timely, and patient-centered care, always adhering to best practice policies and guidelines. You will receive ongoing support through regular team meetings, one-on-one coaching, and access to a multidisciplinary team of nurses, AHPs, and consultants for mentorship and development. The ideal candidate will have: - Registration as an Adult Nurse - Significant experience in respiratory care - Post-registration training in respiratory medicine - A strong desire to expand clinical skills across all respiratory conditions - A positive, adaptable approach to service development and change management - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with patients, carers, and the wider team Join us in shaping the future of respiratory health—where your skills, passion, and dedication can truly make a difference. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk ### Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. 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. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Substantial post registration experience - Experience of working with both acute and chronic respiratory patients - Responsible for an area of care including assessment, planning and implementation of care - Supervision of Junior members of staff - Ability to travel to different geographical locations across the Trust footprint in line with service needs **Desirable** - Clinical experience in primary/community care - Knowledge of community/primary care service, support and networks - Full UK driving license with willingness to use own car for work purposes ### Registration **Essential** - Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult / General Level 1 or 2) ### Qualifications **Essential** - Degree / Diploma in Nursing studies or equivalent **Desirable** - Respiratory Diploma/Degree, qualification in COPD or Teaching & Assessing ## Documents - [secondment application (pdf, 112.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2908) - [functional requirements (pdf, 120.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10664659) - [candidate information pack (pdf, 1.0mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=3016) - [respiratory specialist nurse (pdf, 360.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10664658) - [sponsorship & visa information (pdf, 106.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2708) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.