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Job summary

Main area
Adult Physical Health Community Nursing
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 4
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 30 hours per week (requirement to work weekends)
Job ref
453-26-7875140
Employer
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
South Bradford
Town
Bradford
Salary
£27,485 - £30,162 Per Annum Pro Rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
13/04/2026 23:59

Employer heading

NHS

Registered Nursing Associate - Adult Community Nursing

NHS AfC: Band 4

Bradford District Care Trust is an award-winning Trust that provides a range of innovative services that have been recognised as best practice nationally. As a provider of care for people of all ages who have mental and/or community health needs we are dedicated to providing a high-quality service, close to where people live and as much as possible tailored to an individual’s needs.

As a provider of care for people of all ages who have mental and/or community health needs we are dedicated to providing a high-quality service, close to where people live and as much as possible tailored to an individual’s needs.

Job overview

Are looking to develop your skills  and Knowledge working in the community setting rather than being confined to  4 walls when you are at work?

Bradford District care Trust Adult Community Nursing is inviting applications  from Qualified Nursing Associates with a registered NMC qualification  to Join  the District Nursing Service  utilising  your skills delivering Nursing Interventions to patients Living in their Home environment. We  have a part time posts available  in the  Bradford/ Bingley area.

As part  of the planned care service  you will work as part of the community nursing team providing care to patients in their home environment . 

At Bradford District Care Trust we are committed to the development and on going training of our work force and well as receiving  a robust induction and preceptorship program, there are also opportunities for  career progression should you wish to progress to be come a registered nurse and if you don't we will make sure that we will support  you to be  the best you can be in your chosen role  as a Nursing Associate .

Closing Date: 13th April
Shortlisting Date: 14th April
Interview Date: 29th April

Main duties of the job

The Nursing Associate works independently under the leadership of Registered Nurses, providing nursing care and delivering all aspects of the nursing process including first assessments where appropriate to the level knowledge and skill of the post holder. This also includes undertaking a full range of routine care and treatment tasks as directed by the Registered Nurse in the patient’s own home who are experiencing a range of physical and/or mental health issues.

The service operates over a 7 day period from 8am - 9pm at night and there are a variety of shift patterns within those hours . 

We really hope you will come and join us and be part of our dynamic, caring and committed District  Nursing  Workforce 

 

Working for our organisation

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -

We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference

We Listen - We understand people’s views and respond to their individual needs

We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

 

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :

Increase mileage rates for > 3500

A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages

A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities

Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate’s best interest to apply as soon as possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust’s eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period. 

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
  • Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
  • GCSE Grade A-C in Maths and English or skills level 2 Maths and English or equivalent.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Able to communicate effectively in challenging day to day situations Ability to use a computer, accessing packages such as email, databases, word
  • Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained with the code.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of diverse cultural needs
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of Systmone

Attitude / Approach

Essential criteria
  • Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
  • Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for advice and support

Employer certification / accreditation badges

We are a Living Wage EmployerApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyMenopause Friendly EmployerPositive about disabled peopleAge positiveImproving working livesDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - SilverCare quality commission - GoodMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerNHS Rainbow badge

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Rachel Bland-Hussain
Job title
Community Team Leader
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07912 785575
Additional information

Rachel Bland-Hussain

07912 785575

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