Job summary We are pleased to be in a position to reopen recruitment for Newly Qualified Adult Nurses completing the course Summer/Autumn 2025. We have a limited number of vacancies, and deployments/allocations will be made based on the specific needs of the hospital. Do you desire an exciting newly qualified nurse opportunity? Would you like to join a rapidly advancing trust and begin your successful clinical career? Here at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), we welcome your application and, through our offer of fantastic training and development, believe we can give you the best chances to achieve your professional and personal ambitions. Main duties of the job Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. About us University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute. Date posted 24 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary Depending on experience £29,970 - £36,483 per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 188-NQ040225 Job locations Southampton General Hospital Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities To give you the strongest start in your nursing career, we offer a comprehensive induction and a well-supported preceptorship programme. There are plenty of opportunities to grow and take the lead as you progress. Were committed to support all our staff in achieving their personal and professional ambitions. Job description Job responsibilities To give you the strongest start in your nursing career, we offer a comprehensive induction and a well-supported preceptorship programme. There are plenty of opportunities to grow and take the lead as you progress. Were committed to support all our staff in achieving their personal and professional ambitions. Person Specification Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register/registration pending Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Understanding of personal accountability Knowledge of own role within the team Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor Awareness of evidence-based practice Awareness of evidence-based practice Evidence of on-going personal development Able to use initiative Trust Values Essential Patients first Always Improving Working Together Person Specification Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register/registration pending Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Understanding of personal accountability Knowledge of own role within the team Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor Awareness of evidence-based practice Awareness of evidence-based practice Evidence of on-going personal development Able to use initiative Trust Values Essential Patients first Always Improving Working Together 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 University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Address Southampton General Hospital Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)