Band 5-6 Developmental Respiratory Nurse / Physiotherapist

NELFT NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Billericay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health service provider in South West Essex is looking for an experienced Adult Nurse or Physiotherapist. The role involves providing respiratory care to patients, supporting self-management, and participating in multidisciplinary teams. Eligible applicants should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and be equipped to travel between clinic locations. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

In-house training and upskilling programs

High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS)

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ Band 5 experience in a relevant field.
• Experience managing complex respiratory presentations.
• Ability to travel across multiple clinics.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient self-management and intervene professionally.
• Deliver respiratory care to COPD patients.
• Support the delivery of Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Effective patient management

Teaching and supervision

Spirometry skills

Community care experience

Education

Adult Nursing or Physiotherapy qualification

Job description

Overview

We are an integrated team covering many aspects of community respiratory care, including the COPD Team, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Home Oxygen Service, Respiratory Virtual Ward and Breathlessness and Diagnostics service. We welcome overseas nurses through the Capital Nurse London consortium; please check eligibility and apply via the Capital Nurse London group. NELFT is a registered sponsor organisation but sponsorship may not be offered for all roles. Check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system.

Responsibilities

1. Promote effective self-management of patients or provide professional intervention for community management to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions, improve quality of life and identify patients who would benefit from case management.
2. Contribute to both patient and professional education.
3. Deliver a high level of respiratory care to COPD patients and other identified respiratory conditions.
4. Perform and/or interpret ABG and CBG results for oxygen therapy assessment and review.
5. Support/deliver the assessment and delivery of Pulmonary Rehabilitation after upskilling and/or provide sickness and holiday cover to this service.
6. Support the delivery of the Respiratory Virtual Ward (RVW) which supports Admission Avoidance and Early Supported Discharge pathways; the service operates 7 days and requires weekend rostered cover.
7. Support the Breathlessness and Diagnostics service by performing quality FeNO and ARTP-accredited Spirometry, with developing pathways and reviews as the service evolves.
8. Participate in MDTs, teaching, supervision of junior staff and provide peer support.
9. Support and deliver the Trust’s values and contribute to a collaborative and patient-centered culture.

What we offer and working pattern

We are a busy, fast-paced team operating in a changing landscape of Respiratory Care. In-house training is provided across the service with opportunities to upskill in nursing and therapy areas. The post is Monday–Friday 09:00–17:00 and Saturday–Sunday 09:00–15:00, on a 4-week or suitable rota once training and competency are signed off. The role may require flexibility and travel across South West Essex, including Thurrock, Basildon, Brentwood, Wickford and Billericay.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be an Adult Nurse or Physiotherapist, with at least 2 years’ Band 5 experience including respiratory experience and management of complex respiratory presentations with co-morbidities. The role requires travel to clinic locations and home visiting across the patch.

About us

Joining #TeamNELFT means joining a welcoming and supportive environment. We are CQC rated Good and strive for an Outstanding rating. NELFT serves North East London, Essex, Kent and Medway with community and mental health services for adults and children. We value equality and diversity, staff wellbeing, and development opportunities. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, recognised by Working Families Top 10 Employers, and hold Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. We work to embed a just and compassionate culture.

Induction and probation

New starters join on the first Monday of each month and undergo a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks, including mandatory and systems training and equipment allocation, with opportunities to meet senior leaders. The induction will be conducted at the Trust head office in Rainham, Essex. This post is subject to a probationary period.

Additional information

High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) applies: 5% of the basic salary (minimum £1,303 and maximum £2,198 per annum, pro rata for part-time). The role may include use of AI in recruitment as described in the attached document. For more information about flexible working, armed forces policies, and benefits, please refer to the attached materials.

Location: South West Essex patch (Thurrock and Basildon, Brentwood, Wickford, Billericay). The area covered requires the ability to travel between clinic sites and to provide home visits.

Application note

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