Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Laser Nurse Practitioner

The closing date is 23 February 2026

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated nurse looking to specialise in an innovative and rewarding field?

We are seeking a Band 6 Laser Nurse Practitioner to join our specialist Laser Therapy Service, supporting patients from across Burns and Plastic Surgery. This is an exciting and autonomous role where you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based laser treatments and play a key part in achieving exceptional patient outcomes and experience.

As part of our dedicated Laser Therapy team, you will work closely with the Laser Therapy Lead to provide specialist treatment for a wide variety of burns and plastic surgical conditions. We're looking for an energetic, compassionate practitioner with a passion for delivering outstanding care and a desire to continue developing their expertise within this specialist area. An interest in undertaking further training to support the future needs of the service is highly desirable.

We also welcome applications from those who may be suitable for a development position.

A Trainee Laser Nurse Practitioner will work towards developing the skills required to become an autonomous practitioner--assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating high-quality, individualised patient care within the Laser Therapy Service.

Join us and help shape the future of laser therapy while transforming patient experiences.

Main duties of the job

  • Safely deliver laser treatments for burns and plastics patients, ensuring a consistently positive patient experience.
  • Undertake thorough patient assessments, support the informed consent process and provide clear information, education and reassurance throughout the treatment journey.
  • Act as a patient advocate and maintain high clinical standards in line with Laser Local Rules, Trust policies and infection prevention requirements.
  • Maintain a safe clinical environment in both the laser department and operating theatre, performing and documenting all essential safety checks.
  • Independently assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individualised laser treatment programmes, identifying any risks or contraindications and providing aftercare guidance.
  • Support the Laser Therapy Lead by providing clinical leadership, helping to maintain safe staffing levels and smooth workflow, and deputising when required.
  • Act as Laser Protection Supervisor in the absence of the Laser Therapy Lead, ensuring the safety of patients, staff and visitors.
  • Maintain accurate treatment documentation, monitor the performance of laser equipment and escalate any faults promptly.
  • Manage your caseload efficiently and work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support effective service delivery.
  • Contribute to audit, quality improvement and clinical governance activities, including incident and near-miss reporting via Datix.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details

Date posted

09 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-DoM-BR-3424

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.

Person Specification

Degree

Essential

  • Nursing Degree
  • Registration

Desirable

  • Burns and plastics experience
  • Core of knowledge

laser experience

Essential

  • Good communication skills
  • Evidence of further study
Person Specification

Degree

Essential

  • Nursing Degree
  • Registration

Desirable

  • Burns and plastics experience
  • Core of knowledge

laser experience

Essential

  • Good communication skills
  • Evidence of further study

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Laser Lead

Tara Mack

tara.mack@nhs.net

03004431490

Details

Date posted

09 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-DoM-BR-3424

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Supporting documents

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