Job summary Would you be interested in a career within the Community as a Band 4 Nursing Associate, in the Mid Beds Community nursing team? Are you passionate about providing patient centered, holistic care and want to deliver excellent and compassionate care to people over the age of 18 that live in Bedfordshire? We are looking for two Band 4 NA's to join our nursing team. You will be contributing to the development and delivery of high quality evidence based patient care to an identified group of patients. Main duties of the job We are looking for two dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic people who have excellent communication, IT literate and problem solving skills alongside a passion for patient centered care. You will work corporately within our Primary Care Team and will be supporting the Community Nurses and the wider MDT to with provide high quality care to housebound residents who live with a wide range of physical and mental health conditions. You will be a team player with a professional approach to care and act as a good role model for other members of the team. About us Our Trust is known for offering excellent training, personal development programmes, supportive coaching and competency frameworks; to enhance skills and career development which meet the goals and aspirations of the individual. Nursing Associates are encouraged to apply to support the delivery of quality community care and be a key part of the future model of community care. You will be involved in urgent community response and virtual ward as well as planned care to a caseload of people. Details Date posted 09 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 363-CHB7158770 Job locations Steppingley Hub Froghall Rd Flitwick MK45 1AB Job description Job responsibilities There are two posts available based in Shefford Health Centre to deliver care to patients in Mid Beds and Steppingley Hub to deliver care to patients living in West Mid Beds. The successful candidate will be expected to be flexible and assist colleagues to cover service needs, which will include working across the wider integrated team. Access to a car in order to carry out service duties is essential. A full induction programme will be provided. The Community Nursing Service operates between 08.00 to 21.00 hours and the working pattern will include a variety of rotational 7.5 hour shifts which will include weekend, evening and Bank Holiday working. Further Information:Sarah O'Hare Service Manager or Team Leads: Laura Kirkman and Kelly Smith Job description Job responsibilities There are two posts available based in Shefford Health Centre to deliver care to patients in Mid Beds and Steppingley Hub to deliver care to patients living in West Mid Beds. The successful candidate will be expected to be flexible and assist colleagues to cover service needs, which will include working across the wider integrated team. Access to a car in order to carry out service duties is essential. A full induction programme will be provided. The Community Nursing Service operates between 08.00 to 21.00 hours and the working pattern will include a variety of rotational 7.5 hour shifts which will include weekend, evening and Bank Holiday working. Further Information:Sarah O'Hare Service Manager or Team Leads: Laura Kirkman and Kelly Smith Person Specification Car driver Essential Car Driver Education/ Qualification/ Training Essential NMC Registered Nursing Associate Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent Desirable Community experience Experience Essential Work experience relevant to the post Managing challenging and aggressive behaviour Working within a multidisciplinary team environment Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment and knowledge of methods to develop culturally sensitive practice Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information Knowledge and Skills Essential Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans Good verbal and written communication skills Ability to assess, plan, implement and monitor care Key Characteristics Essential Be a positive ambassador for change and be a team player Be an influential member of the Primary Health Care Team using knowledge and skills to provide high standards of care. Desirable Be familiar with SystmOne in order to use the single assessment documentation in achieving person centred care. The ability to collect and collate data Be a team player Person Specification Car driver Essential Car Driver Education/ Qualification/ Training Essential NMC Registered Nursing Associate Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent Desirable Community experience Experience Essential Work experience relevant to the post Managing challenging and aggressive behaviour Working within a multidisciplinary team environment Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment and knowledge of methods to develop culturally sensitive practice Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information Knowledge and Skills Essential Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans Good verbal and written communication skills Ability to assess, plan, implement and monitor care Key Characteristics Essential Be a positive ambassador for change and be a team player Be an influential member of the Primary Health Care Team using knowledge and skills to provide high standards of care. Desirable Be familiar with SystmOne in order to use the single assessment documentation in achieving person centred care. The ability to collect and collate data Be a team player 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 East London NHS Foundation Trust Address Steppingley Hub Froghall Rd Flitwick MK45 1AB Employer's website https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name East London NHS Foundation Trust Address Steppingley Hub Froghall Rd Flitwick MK45 1AB Employer's website https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Steppingley Hub, Froghall Rd, MK45 1AB Flitwick, United Kingdom