Job overview

Staff Nurse – Band 5 

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Staff Nurse to join our team within the People with Learning Disabilities Division. This is a rewarding opportunity to support individuals with learning disabilities and associated needs, helping them live fulfilling and independent lives. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. The role includes clinical responsibilities, leadership opportunities, and active involvement in service development.

Larkfield Care Home

is a registered care home with nursing designed to meet the needs of up to 6 people, both male and female, who have a learning disability and autism. The home is registered to perform two regulated activities:

1️⃣ Providing accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care.
2️⃣ Treating disease, disorder, or injury.

About You

·       A registered nurse (RNLD, RMN or RGN) with current NMC registration.

·       Passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and autism.

·       Able to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

·       Committed to inclusive, respectful, and evidence-based care.

·       A strong communicator and team player.

Main duties of the job

·      Deliver safe, effective, and personalised care in line with individual care plans.

·       Act as a keyworker and shift leader, supporting junior staff and students.

·       Administer medication and support individuals with personal care and health needs.

·       Promote independence, inclusion, and wellbeing through meaningful activities.

·       Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and reviews.

·       Uphold safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional standards.

·       Responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of person-centred care.

Working for our organisation

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

We look forward to receiving your application!