Learning Disability Nurse: Band 5–6 Development Path

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust is offering a development opportunity for a newly qualified Learning Disability Nurse at HMP Ashfield and Leyhill. You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering person-centred care and will start at Band 5 with a structured plan to progress towards Band 6.

You will work across two sites, with 3 shifts per week at Ashfield (7:30am–5:30pm) and 1 shift per week at Leyhill (7:30am–5:00pm). A full driving licence and ability to travel between sites are essential.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified Learning Disability Nurse considered for Band 5 development.
• Progression to Band 6 depends on development plan and interview.
• Willing to work across custodial settings and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care for people with learning disabilities in a custodial setting.
• Manage an allocated caseload with supervision and through the development pathway.
• Contribute to health promotion, staff education, service development, clinical audit and quality improvement.
• Support the learning and development of students and junior colleagues.
• Coordinate care with prison colleagues and external services to ensure accessibility and appropriate adjustment.

Job description

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust is offering a development opportunity for a newly qualified Learning Disability Nurse at HMP Ashfield and Leyhill. You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering person-centred care and will start at Band 5 with a structured plan to progress towards Band 6.

You will work across two sites, with 3 shifts per week at Ashfield (7:30am–5:30pm) and 1 shift per week at Leyhill (7:30am–5:00pm). A full driving licence and ability to travel between sites are essential.