Community Staff Nurse Band 5

Wirral Community Health & Care Nhs Foundation Trustare; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking candidates for a community nursing role to support housebound patients with long-term conditions. Responsibilities include delivering care aimed at maximizing patient independence while working flexibly, including weekends and bank holidays. The ideal candidate will demonstrate effective communication skills, possess knowledge of NHS practices, and hold a driving license for work-related travel. The position offers a supportive environment for aspiring nurses with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Support for career development

Flexible working hours

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Willing to start as an Aspirant Nurse Band 4 until obtaining NMC PIN.
• Must have access to a car for work purposes.
• References must verify employment or education history over the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to housebound patients.
• Maintain clinical standards using evidence-based practice.
• Work in a lone capacity under the direction of a Team Leader.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Adaptable, reliable and approachable

Knowledge of recent NHS changes

Education

Ability to fulfill spoken aspects of the role in English

Job description

Job Overview

You will be required to work day shifts on a flexible rota, including weekends and Bank Holidays. Whilst community experience would be an advantage, we are keen to recruit those who possess relevant transferable skills and are enthusiastic about developing their career in a community setting. Our Community Nursing Team supports the needs of housebound patients living on the Wirral. We provide valuable care, supporting people to manage their long‑term conditions and maximise their independence, which in turn can prevent hospital admission or enable a quicker discharge if they are admitted. The Trust has recently received a CQC rating of GOOD with areas of OUTSTANDING.

Working Hours & Shifts

Day shifts on a flexible rota, including weekends and Bank Holidays.

Responsibilities

• Work in a lone capacity under the direction of a Team Leader and in conjunction with other team members, ensuring clinical standards are maintained using evidence based practice.
• Provide care to housebound patients, supporting them to manage long‑term conditions and maximise independence.
• Maintain knowledge of NHS changes, clinical governance, best practice, risk management, clinical audit and relevant professional codes.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Good communication and interpersonal skills; adaptable, reliable and approachable.
• Sound knowledge of recent changes within the NHS and current professional issues.
• Access to a car for work purposes is essential.
• For aspirants: willing to start as an Aspirant Nurse Band 4 until obtaining NMC PIN, with support of a registered nurse and ability to attend simple non‑registered visits independently.
• English language proficiency: ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English; provide evidence if not studied at an English speaking institute.
• Reference requirement: Submit referees who can verify employment/education history over the last three years and include valid business email addresses. The Trust will not accept personal references from friends or family.

Additional Information

• Salary: In line with national NHS Terms and Conditions; relevant experience may be considered; part‑time salaries pro‑rata.
• Restricted applications: Staff on the Trust's Redeployment Register given priority access at their substantive band.
• Flexible working: Very important to the Trust.
• A.I. Tools: All selection processes monitor AI use; misuse may disqualify.
• Student visas: Full‑time permanent vacancies cannot be filled by Student visa holders unless they have or will apply for a Graduate visa.
• We are a Disability Confident and Mindful Employer, actively encouraging BAME, LGBTQ+ and disabled applicants and supporting reasonable adjustments. We support our Armed Forces community and are a Veteran Aware NHS Trust.