Job summary The role of the Nursing Associate is to work with the multi professional team and the Registered Nurse to assess, plan, organise and deliver clinical care in line with service and patient needs, as agreed with supervising clinicians. The nursing associate has a breadth of knowledge across the lifespan and across the fields of nursing, providing holistic and person-centred care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings. The nursing associate works independently under the leadership of registered nurses, working within the sphere of nursing and care and within all aspects of the nursing process. (Health Education England 2018) Nursing associates are equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours relevant to employment as a nursing associate and will work to a nationally recognised Nurse and Midwifery (NMC) code of conduct and must meet the NMC standards of proficiency. Main duties of the job To be responsible for providing the appropriate nursing evidence-based care for an allocated group of patients. Be an accountable professional who is responsible for their actions, working in line with NMC standards of proficiency Recognise and work within the limits of their competency To work as part of a multidisciplinary team using resources efficiently. To deliver quality care to patients and to work effectively within the nursing team. To be competent in carrying out a variety of clinical procedures About us Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours We can offer you: A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role Car lease scheme(only available for Band 5 and up) Flexible working options Annual travel card loan Training, support and development in your career To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits Date posted 17 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £31,944 to £34,937 a year per annum, inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 824-SOUTH-6881383-A Job locations Tooting Works 89 Bickersteth Road Tooting, London SW17 9SH Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register Educated to a minimum level 5 Foundation degree level specific to nursing associate practice GCSEs Grade 9 - 4 in Maths and English or equivalent Care Certificate Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a health / care setting in the field of area applied for Relevant experience of working self-directed or as part of a team. Evidence of continuing professional development Skills Essential Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role contributes to service development Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within the Code. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal, non- verbal communication) with patients/relatives, carers and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. IT awareness and ability to use NHS systems Key Attributes Essential Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010) Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register Educated to a minimum level 5 Foundation degree level specific to nursing associate practice GCSEs Grade 9 - 4 in Maths and English or equivalent Care Certificate Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a health / care setting in the field of area applied for Relevant experience of working self-directed or as part of a team. Evidence of continuing professional development Skills Essential Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role contributes to service development Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within the Code. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal, non- verbal communication) with patients/relatives, carers and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. IT awareness and ability to use NHS systems Key Attributes Essential Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010) 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. 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. 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 Central London Community Health Trust Address Tooting Works 89 Bickersteth Road Tooting, London SW17 9SH Employer's website https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)