Specialist Nurse Advisor with certificate of sponsorship to the UK
Visa note
While this employer offers a certificate of sponsorship for eligible candidates, all international applicants must verify their visa/work permit eligibility directly with the employer. The certificate of sponsorship does not guarantee a visa approval.
About the Role
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Nurse Advisor to join our Occupational Health and Infection Prevention & Control team. This pivotal role involves the coordination and management of all matters pertaining to Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) within our service.
Job Summary
The Occupational Health and Infection Prevention & Control Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNSIPC) has a pivotal role in the co-ordination and management of all matters pertaining to Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) in the service. With the primary role of providing advice and support on the management of staff health and IPC in the Service, the CNSIPC will liaise with IPC and ensure effective IPC management is in operation in the service/Trust.
Key Responsibilities
The post holder will lead on the management and delivery of the occupational health (OH) component of Trust Inductions and other large inductions; for example, annual doctors’ inductions where occupational health is required to screen new staff into the organisation. The post holder will also lead on infection control matters relating to outbreaks, managing and coordinating (OH nursing component) large outbreak lists acting as a specialist in the field, advising staff accordingly on their fitness to work.
Main Duties
- Lead, develop and take continuing responsibility for the effective and efficient day to day operational management across all OHSWB sites where PH services are delivered to the Trust and commercial customers
- Lead and support PH service delivery during periods of change demonstrating tenacity, drive, professional integrity, balance and perspective
- Build successful links between key professionals within the OHSWB and the wider Trust, the UKHSA and across SEL ICS to support and promote effective multi-disciplinary team working within the speciality
- Ensure that SOHNs responsible for clinical operations are fully appraised of IPC activity and associated resource requirement working together collaboratively and cohesively to meet service demands
- To act as a professional nurse leader and role model to staff
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications (Essential)
- Significant post registration experience (General / adult nursing)
- Educated to BSc / BA level or equivalent experience
- Occupational Health Qualification (e.g. Certificate/Diploma)
- Demonstrable clinical expertise in and commitment to the professional development of others
Knowledge & Experience (Essential)
- Significant experience as a practice nurse in an Occupational Health service / department
Knowledge & Experience (Desirable)
- Awareness and understanding of current health issues affecting NHS workforce
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
About King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job Details
Company: King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Occupational Health and Well-Being Department, 3rd Floor Jennie Lee House, Love Walk, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 8AD
Salary: £44,806 to £53,134 a year per annum inc HCA’s
Schedule: Part-time
Employment Type: Permanent
Language: English
Application Deadline: 27 February 2026
Contact Information
Contact Person: Ros Whyte (Principal Specialist Nurse Advisor)
Email: ros.whyte@nhs.net
Phone: 02032997535
Employer Website
For more information about King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, please visit: https://www.kch.nhs.uk/
Certificate of Sponsorship
This employer is willing to offer a certificate of sponsorship to eligible international candidates requiring skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK. 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.
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 Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
Criminal Records Check for Overseas Applicants
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.
Privacy Notice
For information on how King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust processes your personal data, please refer to their privacy notice: King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust’s privacy notice
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please follow these steps:
Application Process
- Visit the NHS Jobs website to submit your application
- Prepare your CV highlighting your relevant experience in occupational health nursing
- Write a compelling cover letter explaining why you’re suitable for this role
- Gather required documentation including proof of qualifications and professional registration
- Submit your application before the closing date of 27 February 2026
International Applicants Checklist
- Verify your eligibility for a skilled worker visa with UK Visas and Immigration
- Prepare criminal record certificates from any country where you’ve resided for 12+ months in the last 10 years
- Ensure your professional qualifications are recognized in the UK
- Contact Ros Whyte at ros.whyte@nhs.net with any questions about sponsorship
- Prepare evidence of English language proficiency if required
Supporting Documents
Additional information including the full job description can be found in the supporting documents section of the NHS Jobs website.
Equal Opportunities
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Accreditation
The Trust holds several accreditations including Age Positive, Apprenticeships, Disability Confident Employer, IWL Practice Plus, and MINDFUL employer, demonstrating our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace.
Further Information
For any questions about this position or the application process, please contact Ros Whyte, Principal Specialist Nurse Advisor, at ros.whyte@nhs.net or call 02032997535. Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we may only contact shortlisted candidates.