Job Description

To work within the adult specialist weight management and Bariatric Surgery service providing effective clinical interventions both in the surgical and non-surgical weight management programmes and advancing clinical practice in line with current evidence base. Providing highly specialised advice and support to patients which will include patient assessment, planning and implementing specialist care. In addition, the post holder is expected to provide clinical expertise within this area of care and to lead and develop education, training, research and audit relevant to the speciality.
The post holder will act as a bariatric surgery and weight management expert, collaborating with all members of the multi-disciplinary team. Close working with other specialist nurses whom this client group may also access in both primary and secondary care. Data collection for audit purposes particularly NBSR database, the CHFT Bariatric Database and other research related databases
The post holder will have a role in the development of the weight management service at CHFT
Main duties of the job
To conduct specialist assessment and treatment of patients in a variety of settings with other members of the MDT to ensure effective care pathways and transfer of care/discharge.
In conjunction with the Clinical Lead, ensure adequate staff cover within the team by agreeing annual leave, study leave, and report sickness absence to the Clinical Lead.
To assist the Clinical Lead in achieving the service objectives.
To actively participate in the departmental meetings
To assist the Clinical Lead in the monitoring of professional, clinical and departmental standards and assist implementation of change as appropriate.
To comply with the national, professional, Trust and service policies and procedures and to be involved in the reviewing and updating process as appropriate.
To participate in the staff recruitment process as appropriate.
Maintain confidentiality of all patient identifiable information in line with Trust policies relating to the Data Protection Act.
Initiate discussions with the Clinical Lead about any circumstances that could prevent the post holder or other staff fulfilling the requirements of the job description
To maintain adequate confidential records of all patients and ensure all relevant information is documented on the patients' electronic record.
To manage time effectively to meet service objectives
About us
CHFT is an integrated Trust of 6,500+ colleagues providing hospital and community services to patients and communities across Calderdale and Kirklees. We are rated as 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission, are a top performing Trust for Elective Recovery, Emergency and Cancer Care and widely acknowledged as a national digital lead when it comes to caring for people across our local and regional systems.
Our people are at the core of everything we do, hence our commitment to One Culture of Care. Our focus is to care for and support each other in order to provide outstanding compassionate care to our patients. That is why we are looking for an inclusive collaborative, creative, innovative and compassionate leader to join us in this role.
Details
Date posted
14 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
38,682 to 46,580 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
2 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
372-SURG2021-A
Job locations
HRI
Acre street Lindley
Huddersfield
HD3 3EA
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act as a specialist clinician for the adult specialist weight management service and bariatric surgery service, supporting the clinical lead with evolving and embedding best practice into the clinical area.
To manage a specialist caseload in this area. This may include advising the MDT about the assessment, treatment, management and care of patients who have a multi-pathological illness and/ or complex psycho social needs.
Work autonomously within Trust policies and professional practice, maintaining accurate and comprehensive up to date records.
To conduct specialist assessment and treatment of patients in a variety of settings with other members of the MDT to ensure effective care pathways and transfer of care/discharge.
Determine a clinical diagnosis, develop, deliver, implement, evaluate and modify individualised treatment programs and/or provide specialist advice, ensuring appropriate pathways of care and communication via liaison and referral to other agencies as required.
To participate in the education and training of qualified and non qualified healthcare / socialservices / education staff including medical staff. Job description
Job responsibilities
To act as a specialist clinician for the adult specialist weight management service and bariatric surgery service, supporting the clinical lead with evolving and embedding best practice into the clinical area.
To manage a specialist caseload in this area. This may include advising the MDT about the assessment, treatment, management and care of patients who have a multi-pathological illness and/ or complex psycho social needs.
Work autonomously within Trust policies and professional practice, maintaining accurate and comprehensive up to date records.
To conduct specialist assessment and treatment of patients in a variety of settings with other members of the MDT to ensure effective care pathways and transfer of care/discharge.
Determine a clinical diagnosis, develop, deliver, implement, evaluate and modify individualised treatment programs and/or provide specialist advice, ensuring appropriate pathways of care and communication via liaison and referral to other agencies as required.
To participate in the education and training of qualified and non qualified healthcare / socialservices / education staff including medical staff.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential

• Relevant Degree/Diploma in Nursing
• Registered with the NMC
• Evidence of up-to-date best practice in obesity and weight management including surgery, self-directed and reflective practice

Desirable

• Studied at Masters level or equivalent
• Behavioural change training/motivational interviewing skills
• Evidence of relevant accredited post graduate training
• Non-Medical Prescribing or willing to work towards

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential

• Recent advanced post graduate experience to assess and treat within the area of adult surgery and /or obesity in the NHS
• Sound knowledge of current issues relating to obesity and interventions available
• Knowledge of the key professional issues and NMC Guidelines relating to professional practice
• Experience of supporting learning/mentoring in practice
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service in conjunction with other members of the team

Desirable

• Experience of working in bariatric surgery or weight management
• Previous experience working at a Band 6 level

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential

• Ability to work with and motivate patients (frequently dealing with emotive subjects and family dynamics)
• Able to produce accurate and timely reports
• Awareness of relevant legislation, local and national initiatives and their relevance to nursing practice
• Good clinical reasoning skills
• Understanding of clinical governance
• Critical appraisal skills
• Demonstrates positive attitude and behaviours
• Demonstrate effective communication skills written and verbal
• Ability to communicate effectively with people with complex difficulties and in difficult situations
• Recognise limitations and willingness to share and learn from others
• Evidence of presenting/providing education to a group of people
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions
• Ability to prioritise own and others caseload
• Computer literate

Desirable

• Experience in contributing to service improvements e.g. audit, patient information

Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential

• Relevant Degree/Diploma in Nursing
• Registered with the NMC
• Evidence of up-to-date best practice in obesity and weight management including surgery, self-directed and reflective practice

Desirable

• Studied at Masters level or equivalent
• Behavioural change training/motivational interviewing skills
• Evidence of relevant accredited post graduate training
• Non-Medical Prescribing or willing to work towards

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential

• Recent advanced post graduate experience to assess and treat within the area of adult surgery and /or obesity in the NHS
• Sound knowledge of current issues relating to obesity and interventions available
• Knowledge of the key professional issues and NMC Guidelines relating to professional practice
• Experience of supporting learning/mentoring in practice
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service in conjunction with other members of the team

Desirable

• Experience of working in bariatric surgery or weight management
• Previous experience working at a Band 6 level

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential

• Ability to work with and motivate patients (frequently dealing with emotive subjects and family dynamics)
• Able to produce accurate and timely reports
• Awareness of relevant legislation, local and national initiatives and their relevance to nursing practice
• Good clinical reasoning skills
• Understanding of clinical governance
• Critical appraisal skills
• Demonstrates positive attitude and behaviours
• Demonstrate effective communication skills written and verbal
• Ability to communicate effectively with people with complex difficulties and in difficult situations
• Recognise limitations and willingness to share and learn from others
• Evidence of presenting/providing education to a group of people
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions
• Ability to prioritise own and others caseload
• Computer literate

Desirable

• Experience in contributing to service improvements e.g. audit, patient information

Skills Required