Band 5 Nurse

Beacon House Ministries; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A compassionate healthcare organization is seeking a Band 5 Registered Nurse to join their nurse-led clinic supporting individuals experiencing homelessness and severe social exclusion. The role involves delivering person-centred healthcare and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include providing evidence-based nursing care, administering vaccinations, and maintaining clinical records. This position offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment, aimed at improving health access for marginalized populations.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training and supervision

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in primary care, community nursing, or acute healthcare settings.
• Knowledge of adult safeguarding and health inequalities.
• Experience with inclusion health groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective nursing care in a clinic setting.
• Support long-term condition management.
• Administer vaccinations and medicines as per protocols.
• Maintain accurate clinical records using SystmOne.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Experience with vulnerable adults

Commitment to trauma-informed care

Confident using electronic patient record systems

Education

Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration

Job description

Beacon House is seeking a compassionate and motivated Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our nurse‑led clinic supporting people experiencing homelessness and severe social exclusion. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred healthcare in a trauma‑informed, non‑judgemental environment.

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support Guests with complex physical health needs, health inequalities, and barriers to accessing mainstream healthcare.

Main duties of the job

Deliver safe, effective, and evidence‑based nursing care within the nurse‑led clinic

Undertake clinical assessments, observations, wound care, and health checks

Support long‑term condition management (e.g. respiratory disease, cardiovascular risk, infections)

Administer vaccinations and medicines in line with PGDs and local protocols

Provide smoking cessation and health promotion interventions

Maintain accurate, timely clinical records using SystmOne

Identify safeguarding concerns and elevate appropriately

Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, outreach teams, housing providers, and voluntary agencies

Support engagement of guests who may be anxious, disengaged, or distrustful of services

Contribute to service development, audit, and quality improvement

Maintain professional standards in line with the NMC Code of Conduct

About us

Supportive nurse‑led service with strong clinical leadership

Flexible working hours to support work‑life balance

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to an underserved population

Ongoing training, supervision, and CPD opportunities

Friendly, values‑driven team environment

Job responsibilities

Job Title

Band 5 Registered Nurse (Adult)

Employer

Location

Band 5 (dependent on experience)

Contract

Fixed Term Part‑time / Flexible working open to discussion

Job Summary

Beacon House is seeking a compassionate and motivated Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our nurse‑led clinic supporting people experiencing homelessness and severe social exclusion.

This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred healthcare within a trauma‑informed, non‑judgemental environment. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support individuals with complex physical health needs, significant health inequalities, and barriers to accessing mainstream healthcare services.

Main Duties of the Job

Deliver safe, effective, and evidence‑based nursing care within a nurse‑led clinic setting

Undertake holistic clinical assessments, observations, wound care, and routine health checks

Support the management of long‑term conditions, including respiratory disease, cardiovascular risk, and infections

Administer vaccinations and medicines in accordance with PGDs, Patient Specific Directions, and local protocols

Provide smoking cessation support and health promotion interventions

Identify and elevate safeguarding concerns in line with local and organisational policies

Support engagement with guests who may be anxious, disengaged, or distrustful of healthcare services

Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, outreach teams, housing providers, and voluntary sector partners

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records using SystmOne

Contribute to service development, audit activity, and quality improvement initiatives

Maintain professional standards in line with the NMC Code of Conduct

Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration

Experience working in primary care, community nursing, or acute healthcare settings

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a small multidisciplinary team

Commitment to equality, dignity, and trauma‑informed care

Confident using electronic patient record systems

Experience working with inclusion health groups or vulnerable adults

Experience delivering vaccinations and/or smoking cessation services

Knowledge of adult safeguarding and health inequalities

Experience working in nurse‑led clinics, outreach, or non‑traditional healthcare settings

About Us

Beacon House delivers inclusive, accessible healthcare for people experiencing homelessness and severe social exclusion. Our nurse‑led service works in partnership with primary care, outreach, housing, and voluntary sector organisations to reduce health inequalities and improve access to care.

Additional Information

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified. If no appointable candidate is found, the vacancy may remain open or be extended until the right person is appointed.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Application Process

Please apply via NHS Jobs and ensure your supporting information clearly demonstrates how you meet the person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration
• Experience working in primary care, community nursing, or acute settings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small, supportive team
• Commitment to equality, dignity, and trauma‑informed care
• Confident using electronic patient record systems
• Experience working with inclusion health groups or vulnerable adults
• Experience in vaccination delivery or smoking cessation services
• Knowledge of safeguarding adults and health inequalities
• Experience working in nurse‑led or outreach services

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.