About the job
Join our innovative team as a Clinical Nurse Specialist within the newly established Advanced Care Planning Service in Barnsley. This exceptional position is based at Silkstone Health Centre, where you will collaborate with patients in local Care Homes.
Salary: Competitive Marie Curie Pay Scale, aligned with AFC Band 6 - starting at £38,638 to £46,581 per annum (with an increase to £39,959 to £48,117 per annum starting 1st April 2026) plus enhancements (Pro Rata).
Hours/Contract: Full Time/Part Time – core hours of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Contract Type: Permanent.
Location: Silkstone Health Centre, Barnsley.
Closing Date: 29th March 2026.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed.
This role presents a unique opportunity to share your nursing and palliative care expertise, enabling you to make a significant impact on patient care in Barnsley.
Working closely with GP’s in primary care, you will assist patients in completing advanced care planning and RESPECT forms, integrated into the Barnsley Palliative and End of Life Team. Additionally, you will provide education to care homes in collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Specialist, aiming to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions in the last year of life.
As a proactive communicator and confident decision-maker, you will manage your own caseload autonomously. Responsibilities will include training and development, working closely with community services for onward referrals, and providing support to Healthcare Assistants. Regular travel to care homes will be required, so a valid driver's license and access to a business-insured vehicle is essential.

