MiCare Nurse – NHS Band 5 equivalent

Rutland County Council; Oakham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Oakham is looking for a MiCare Nurse to enhance health and social care support in line with council policies. You will promote independence and prevent unnecessary admissions to hospitals. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse with community health experience and strong communication skills. Benefits include flexible working, an excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent Local Government Pension

Generous annual leave

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• You must have a Registered Nurse qualification.
• Experience in community health or social care is essential.
• You need to be proficient in communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of a neighbourhood and prevention agenda.
• Provide clinical advice and support to the MiCare Team as required.
• Deliver training on delegated healthcare tasks to staff.
• Build effective links with GP surgeries and community nursing teams.

Skills

Registered Nurse (NMC) qualification

Experience in community health or social care settings

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to train and mentor staff on clinical tasks

Commitment to person-centred care

Job description

Community Support Services - MiCare is a short‑term integrated health and social care service that provides short term support to people in their own homes. We put people at the heart of the service and deliver exceptionally responsive, person‑centred care which enables the individuals to live a life of their choosing. We have received an overall “Outstanding” from a recent CQC Inspection.

About us

Our aim is to make people’s experience of using our service as positive as possible, and we will go above and beyond to support people to reintegrate into their communities and to live their best and fullest life possible.

About the role

As the MiCare Nurse duties and under the direction of the Assistant Team Manager, you will enhance health and social care support for MiCare service users in line with Rutland County Council policies, objectives, and standards. This role is central to promoting independence, enabling choice and control, and preventing unnecessary hospital or care home admissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of a neighbourhood and prevention agenda through a strong multi‑disciplinary team (MDT) approach.
• Provide clinical advice and support to the MiCare Team as required.
• Deliver training on delegated healthcare tasks to staff.
• Build effective links with GP surgeries and community nursing teams to ensure a holistic approach for individuals using the service.
• Contribute to care planning that prioritises independence and well‑being.

About you

To be successful in the role you will need to have:

• Registered Nurse (NMC) qualification
• Experience in community health or social care settings
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to train and mentor staff on clinical tasks
• Commitment to person‑centred care and prevention‑focused practice

It is essential that you have a full UK driving licence and access to a car to enable you to work in this role.

The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS are paid by us.

Interview dates will be held towards the end of January and beginning of February 2026. Exact dates to be confirmed. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

Our offer to you

Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service. We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.

To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Sue Giddens, Assistant Team Manager MiCare on 01572 720920 or [e-mail].

How to apply

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If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at [e-mail]. Please be aware that in the event of a high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. All recruitment correspondence, including interview details, will be sent out via email from the Jobs Go Public site. If you require documentation or correspondence in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team.

Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.