Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Nurse Specialist

Job summary
Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Nurse Specialist - Permanent 30 Hours

The post holder will lead the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Team, which is part of the Community Neurology Pathway, in Dudley Rehabilitation Service (DRS). The MS Team is a fundamental part of the Community Neurology Pathway which is a specialist multidisciplinary team providing rehabilitation, treatment and management of patients with neurological conditions across the Dudley Borough.

The team works closely and in partnership with the neurology consultants in The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust and University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, to plan, co-ordinate and deliver care for patients with a confirmed diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The post holder will attend the MS multidisciplinary team meetings, and the Community Neurology pathway MDT meetings as required.

Main duties of the job
This role involves working as a lone practitioner within people's own homes and in clinic settings. The post holder will be an independent practitioner, managing a caseload of MS patients including those with complex needs, carrying out assessments, advice, treatment and referrals as necessary to other professionals and services. You will advise, commence and monitor Disease Modifying Treatments (DMTs), as well as carrying out planned annual reviews of patients not on DMTs; educating and empowering all patients to self-manage their condition as much as possible.

As lead nurse MS nurse and Clinical Nurse Specialist the post holder will be an expert resource in the management of patients with MS, providing specialist knowledge, training, advice and support to colleagues, patient and their carers.

As team leader the post holder will provide leadership, coordination, training, supervision and appraisal for more junior staff. You will carry out audits, gain patient feedback and monitor the team's KPIs to evaluate the effectiveness of the service and make changes as necessary, working with the Community Neuro Pathway team leads, and the DRS manager, to provide the best service possible for patients.

About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Essential Qualifications

• Diploma / degree in Nursing
• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Evidence of extensive, relevant post graduate training
• MSc in relevant clinical area or equivalent post-graduate courses / experience
• V300 Non-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to complete it

Essential Experience

• Evidence of relevant and extensive post-graduate experience
• Experience of carrying out audit
• Experience of working with patients with a neurological or long-term condition
• Experience of facilitating service development

Desirable

• Leadership experience and training
• Experience of working in the community
• Experience of working with MS patients

Employer details
Employer name: The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Closing date: 04 November 2026
Band: Band 7
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.