Memory Service Nurse5

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Band 5 Nurse to join the Memory Assessment Service in Leeds, focusing on the assessment and diagnosis of dementia. The role emphasizes autonomy, professional development, and active participation in service improvements. Benefits include a supportive work environment and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

27-33 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing and diagnosing dementia.
• Full UK driving license and access to a car required.
• Commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and diagnosis of individuals with dementia.
• Provide post-diagnostic support and feedback to MDT.
• Participate in service development initiatives.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Autonomous working

Education

Nursing degree

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Job description

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Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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50

Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

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Job overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, autonomous, and highly motivated nurse to join the Memory Assessment Service, covering the South Leeds area. The role involves the assessment, diagnosis, and post-diagnostic support of people with or suspected of having Dementia. You will independently assess individuals and work with their loved ones, primarily at home, to make comprehensive judgments on cognitive impairment. Feedback will be provided to the wider MDT team for timely diagnosis and support. This position does not hold a caseload.

You will be encouraged to undertake professional development and participate in PDP, supervision, and service improvement initiatives. A car driver is essential for this post.

Main duties of the job:

We are seeking Band 5 Nurses for the Leeds Memory Services, a city-wide service focused on assessment and diagnosis of dementia. This position is for the south locality. The service provides diagnostic assessments but does not include ongoing care coordination; referrals are the responsibility of the post holder if ongoing support is needed. The role requires a passion for working with people with Dementia, commitment to older adults, and active participation in service development. The post requires high clinical judgment, decision-making, communication skills, autonomous working, and effective risk assessment.

Applicants should be committed to evidence-based practice and professional development. The trust supports staff growth through reflection, appraisal, supervision, and training.

Working for our organisation:

The Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) provides Mental Health and Learning Disability services in Leeds, with specialist inpatient services in York. As a teaching trust affiliated with universities, it is a centre of excellence for teaching, research, and development. Benefits include employee wellbeing support, 27-33 days annual leave, flexible and remote working, NHS Pension Scheme, career development opportunities, and exclusive discounts. The trust’s bank department offers varied roles in nursing and support services. Permanent staff are automatically enrolled in the bank.

Note: For visa requirements, sponsorship is provided only for registered healthcare practitioners; candidates must meet Home Office visa requirements.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities:

A positive attitude towards this client group and contributions to service development using evidence-based practice are essential. Candidates must have a full UK driving license and access to a car.

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