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Sussex Community Dermatology Service

Phototherapy Nurse

Sussex Community Dermatology Service View all jobs

Inner London, Greater London
Permanent
Medical Specialist
GBP 34,500 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: U0075-26-0010

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the nursing team of our NHS community dermatology service in West Kent, based in Borough Green, which provides Consultant led clinics to the local population. We are currently seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic registered nurse to join the dermatology nursing team. The successful candidate will be trained and achieve competencies in nurse led phototherapy treatments.

Main duties of the job

  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centred nursing care across dermatology and phototherapy services.
  • Support consultants and clinicians during surgical and dermatology procedures, including theatre preparation and assisting in clinic.
  • Provide expert advice and support to patients before, during and after treatment, including telephone advice where appropriate.
  • Prepare clinical areas, maintain accurate patient records and ensure the safe use of equipment and clinical resources.
  • Promote the highest standards of patient safety, infection prevention, COSHH compliance and clinical governance.
  • Work autonomously while effectively prioritising workload and contributing to a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
  • Communicate professionally with patients, colleagues, GPs, hospitals and other healthcare professionals.
  • Respond confidently to emergencies, incidents and patient concerns, ensuring excellent standards of care at all times.
  • Maintain compliance with the NMC Code, organisational policies and professional standards.
  • Contribute to service improvement, clinical education, research and your own ongoing professional development.
    • About us

    Kent Integrated Dermatology Service (KIDS) and Sussex Community Dermatology Service (SCDS) is a busy community dermatology service stretching across North and West Kent, Coastal West Sussex, Horsham & Mid Sussex and Crawley CCGs. SCDS also has a sister service called Surrey Dermatology Service which covers Surrey Heath and Guildford & Waverley CCGs.The clinical team consists of consultants and GPwSIs as well as registered trained nurses and health care assistants.

    Details
    Date posted

    03 September 2026

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £34,500 a year dependant on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    U0075-26-0010

    Job locations

    Borough Green Dermatology Unit

    Quarry Hill Road

    Sevenoaks

    TN15 8RQ

    United Kingdom


    Job description
    Job responsibilities

    Kent Integrated Dermatology Service (KIDS) and Sussex Community Dermatology Service (SCDS) is a busy community dermatology service stretching across North and West Kent, Coastal West Sussex, Horsham & Mid Sussex and Crawley CCGs. SCDS also has a sister service called Surrey Dermatology Service which covers Surrey Heath and Guildford & Waverley CCGs.The clinical team consists of consultants and GPwSIs as well as registered trained nurses and health care assistants.

    The service aims to see and treat patients during their initial appointment in order to avoid the patient having numerous follow-up appointments. The clinical services available to the patients within our service include day surgery, minor operations, patch testing, photodynamic therapy, skin prick tests and phototherapy.

    The team is committed to individual learning, professional development and strives for excellence in patient care. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will enhance this reputation and promote high standards of clinical care and assist the clinical team in the service and delivery of the dermatology and phototherapy service to all patients.

    Main Duties

  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centred nursing care across dermatology and phototherapy services.
  • Support consultants and clinicians during surgical and dermatology procedures, including theatre preparation and assisting in clinic.
  • Provide expert advice and support to patients before, during and after treatment, including telephone advice where appropriate.
  • Prepare clinical areas, maintain accurate patient records and ensure the safe use of equipment and clinical resources.
  • Promote the highest standards of patient safety, infection prevention, COSHH compliance and clinical governance.
  • Work autonomously while effectively prioritising workload and contributing to a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
  • Communicate professionally with patients, colleagues, GPs, hospitals and other healthcare professionals.
  • Respond confidently to emergencies, incidents and patient concerns, ensuring excellent standards of care at all times.
  • Maintain compliance with the NMC Code, organisational policies and professional standards.
  • Contribute to service improvement, clinical education, research and your own ongoing professional development.

    • Ideal Candidate

    The ideal candidate should be able to work within a professional team environment.

    They will be highly patient focused, demonstrate a proactive approach to professional development and be committed to the development of the phototherapy service. Experience in dermatology and phototherapy is preferred but not essential as full training will be given. The successful candidate will be supported by the clinical team however they must be able to show initiative and flexibility when working with clinicians or in nurse led clinics.

    This permanent role is contracted for 37.5 hours per week. Working 4 days per week.

    If you are a compassionate registered nurse with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and a commitment to high standards of patient care, then we would like to hear from you.

    Job description
    Job responsibilities

    Kent Integrated Dermatology Service (KIDS) and Sussex Community Dermatology Service (SCDS) is a busy community dermatology service stretching across North and West Kent, Coastal West Sussex, Horsham & Mid Sussex and Crawley CCGs. SCDS also has a sister service called Surrey Dermatology Service which covers Surrey Heath and Guildford & Waverley CCGs.The clinical team consists of consultants and GPwSIs as well as registered trained nurses and health care assistants.

    The service aims to see and treat patients during their initial appointment in order to avoid the patient having numerous follow-up appointments. The clinical services available to the patients within our service include day surgery, minor operations, patch testing, photodynamic therapy, skin prick tests and phototherapy.

    The team is committed to individual learning, professional development and strives for excellence in patient care. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will enhance this reputation and promote high standards of clinical care and assist the clinical team in the service and delivery of the dermatology and phototherapy service to all patients.

    Main Duties

  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centred nursing care across dermatology and phototherapy services.
  • Support consultants and clinicians during surgical and dermatology procedures, including theatre preparation and assisting in clinic.
  • Provide expert advice and support to patients before, during and after treatment, including telephone advice where appropriate.
  • Prepare clinical areas, maintain accurate patient records and ensure the safe use of equipment and clinical resources.
  • Promote the highest standards of patient safety, infection prevention, COSHH compliance and clinical governance.
  • Work autonomously while effectively prioritising workload and contributing to a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
  • Communicate professionally with patients, colleagues, GPs, hospitals and other healthcare professionals.
  • Respond confidently to emergencies, incidents and patient concerns, ensuring excellent standards of care at all times.
  • Maintain compliance with the NMC Code, organisational policies and professional standards.
  • Contribute to service improvement, clinical education, research and your own ongoing professional development.

    • Ideal Candidate

    The ideal candidate should be able to work within a professional team environment.

    They will be highly patient focused, demonstrate a proactive approach to professional development and be committed to the development of the phototherapy service. Experience in dermatology and phototherapy is preferred but not essential as full training will be given. The successful candidate will be supported by the clinical team however they must be able to show initiative and flexibility when working with clinicians or in nurse led clinics.

    This permanent role is contracted for 37.5 hours per week. Working 4 days per week.

    If you are a compassionate registered nurse with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and a commitment to high standards of patient care, then we would like to hear from you.

    Person Specification
    Qualifications
    Essential
    • Registered Nurse
    Experience
    Essential
    • Experience working as a Registered Nurse
    Desirable
    • Experience working in Dermatology or Phototherapy
    Person Specification
    Qualifications
    Essential
    • Registered Nurse
    Experience
    Essential
    • Experience working as a Registered Nurse
    Desirable
    • Experience working in Dermatology or Phototherapy
    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).

    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.

    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

    Sussex Community Dermatology Service

    Address

    Borough Green Dermatology Unit

    Quarry Hill Road

    Sevenoaks

    TN15 8RQ

    United Kingdom


    Employer's website

    https://sussexcds.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details
    Employer name

    Sussex Community Dermatology Service

    Address

    Borough Green Dermatology Unit

    Quarry Hill Road

    Sevenoaks

    TN15 8RQ

    United Kingdom


    Employer's website

    https://sussexcds.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)