Casual Registered Nurses (Band 5)

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking Casual Registered Nurses to work at the Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle and/or West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven. This role involves assessing and delivering nursing care as part of a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must possess an active nurse registration or be in training. The position offers a flexible working scheme, competitive NHS pension, and opportunities for professional development. Additional support through an Employee Assistance Programme is also available.

Benefits

27 days holiday increasing to 33

Flexible working scheme

NHS pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with active registration or student due to qualify soon.
• Experience working in a caring environment essential.
• Ability to handle a constantly changing workload.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate nursing care.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the unit.
• Work across different nursing disciplines.

Skills

Nursing care

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Patient assessment

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Casual Registered Nurses (Adult)

Based at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, and/or West Cumberland Hospital, Whitehaven, you will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate nursing care as part of the ward multidisciplinary team. You will contribute to the smooth running of the unit and possess the relevant skills to work across different nursing disciplines.

Applications are invited from Registered Nurses with active registration, or students due to qualify soon. You should have experience working in a caring environment and be able to handle a constantly changing workload.

Salary depends on NHS experience. An additional 12 % is paid on top of any bank hours worked in WTD pay.

Our Trust is committed to delivering outstanding healthcare services across North Cumbria. We aim to be the greenest region in England by 2030 and support sustainability throughout our services.

Key Principles

• Being a clinically led organisation
• Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
• A positive patient experience every time
• A great place to work
• Managing our money well

We are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.

Eligibility and Immigration

Due to government changes to UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship if the salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility before applying. Those who do not meet the criteria will not be progressed.

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and meet all essential criteria, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Recruitment Process

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time, usually within two weeks of the closing date.

Disclosure and Barring Service

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

On 28 November 2020, new filtering rules will come into effect. The multiple conviction rule has been removed; each conviction will be considered individually. If you are unsure whether to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from the following bodies:

Nacro – 0300 123 1999 (email available)

Unlock – 01634 247350 (email or online form)

As a large employer, the Trust commits to safeguarding adults and children. Candidates subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) will undergo a criminal records check with DBS. The cost is deducted from salary:

• Standard Check: £21.50 + £5.90 administration = £27.40, deducted over four months or one‑off payment
• Enhanced Check: £49.50 + £5.90 administration = £55.40, deducted over four months or one‑off payment

Benefits

• Lease car may be available for the position (details provided upon appointment)
• 27‑day holiday scheme rising to 33 days after 10 years
• Flexible working scheme
• Excellent opportunities for development
• Competitive NHS pension scheme
• Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies
• EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) – free, confidential counselling and information service

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.

Additional instructions for candidates using Hotmail or with strict firewall settings: Make sure Junk Mail is checked regularly to avoid missing interview invitations.

Applicants are encouraged to document evidence of meeting all essential criteria in the supporting information. The post may close earlier than the specified closing date if sufficient responses are received.