Nursing Associate

Main area Nursing Associate Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity cover) Hours Full timePart time 37.5 hours per week (Full time and part time hours available) Job ref 223-NAS-904 Employer The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Town Shrewsbury Salary £27,485 - £30,162 per annum/pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 17/12/2025 23:59 Nursing Associate NHS AfC: Band 4 Job overview We are looking for a Nursing Associate to join our team in Acute Medicine at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital to cover Maternity Leave for 12 months. This includes a 20 bedded AMU and an Acute Medical Assessment (AMA). This is an exciting opportunity to join the team in a fast-paced environment with many learning opportunities. The successful applicant will work alongside registered nurses providing care for patients. Working as part of our team you will have opportunities to develop or extend your clinical knowledge and experience by working across range of clinical settings. Main duties of the job To provide holistic and person-centred care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings. To work independently under the leadership of registered nurses, working to their nationally recognised code of conduct and Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates. To work as part of the multidisciplinary team. To communicate effectively, with sensitivity and compassion, and to manage relationships with people, making reasonable adjustments where necessary. To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. Working for our organisation We are an organisation that strives to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in. We believe that by adhering to our Vision (“To provide excellent care for the communities we serve”) and working with our Trust Values in mind (Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, Trusted) we can achieve the right results for the people that matter most – our patients and their families. Detailed job description and main responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. Person specification Qualifications Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC Register / 2nd year trainee Nursing Associate Educated to a minimum of level 5 Foundation degree level specific to nursing associate practice Experience in the acute setting Experience 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 Acute/secondary care experience By submitting your application to Trac, you are giving your consent for parts of your application data to be transferred to the NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and other secure, internal NHS Workforce systems. This is to support and manage your recruitment and employment within your employing organisation. If the role requires a qualification/professional registration, you will need to provide proof during the recruitment process. By submitting your application you are giving the Trust permission to check the qualification certificates provided back to the source provider. Please note that a sample of all applicant’s qualifications will be checked with the educational institution or provider. If you require the application form in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01743 492402. In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised. We commit to removing barriers for people with disabilities or long-term health conditions in recruitment, training, and career progression. We will offer an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the above position and will support reasonable adjustments wherever possible. In addition, whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are male, from black and minority ethnic backgrounds or who have a disability, as these are currently under-represented in our workforce. We are committed to offering an interview to applicants from the Armed Forces community who meet the minimum criteria for the position. In addition, for those who are successfully appointed from the Armed Forces community, the Trust are committed to recognising previous service and rank in terms of pay, annual leave and other terms and conditions. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment. The policies and practices of the Trust aim to promote an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of all people. At the heart of our policy, we seek to treat people fairly, flexibly and with dignity and respect. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from an Ethnic minority background are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace, that attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Many of our colleagues work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise a fair and equitable process that balances your needs, the needs of our patients and service delivery. Our Commitment to Safety and Respect - The Trust is a signatory to the NHS Sexual Safety Charter and is committed to a safe, inclusive workplace free from sexual misconduct, harassment, and discrimination. Thank you for your interest in The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, we look forward to receiving your application for employment. Employer certification / accreditation badges 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. Application numbers In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised. Contact Name Carol Griffiths Job title Ward Manager Email address carol.griffiths5@nhs.net Telephone number 01743 261000 Additional information 01743 261000 Ext 1559 If you have problems applying, contact Address The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS TrustShrewsbury Business Park1 Douglas CourtShrewsburyShropshireSY2 6LGTelephone 01743 492402 #J-18808-Ljbffr