Nursing Associate

NHS; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Nursing Associate to deliver competent clinical care and support patients through their treatment journey. The role involves working under the guidance of a registered nurse, ensuring privacy and dignity for patients while implementing personalized care plans. Candidates must be registered with the NMC and demonstrate relevant experience. A commitment to continuous professional development and teamwork is essential. This position is located in Canterbury, emphasizing a supportive environment for both staff and patients.

Qualifications

• Experience of working at band 4 level.
• Demonstrate previous/current experience of daily working and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of a registered nurse implementing plans of care.
• Recognise own limitations and seek advice when appropriate.
• Participate in ward meetings and be involved in decision making processes.

Skills

Organisational and time management skills

Ability to work within a team

Reflective practice

Education

NMC Registered Nursing Associate

Evidence of relevant CPD

Job description

Go back East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Nursing Associate

The closing date is 13 January 2026

To competently deliver clinical care, according to guidelines and protocols, to enable patients to safely progress through the inpatient pathway.

To effectively deliver delegated care, some of which would have previously been in the domain of registered professionals, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

Main duties of the job

Work under the supervision of a registered nurse implementing plans of care to ensure that patient's physical, social and psychological needs are met. ?Ensure privacy and dignity of patients is maintained at all times.

Contribute to Productive Ward initiative.

Minimise risk of harm to patients, staff and visitors by working according to riskmanagement policies.

To undertake clinical skills, ensuring procedures are explained to patients in order to gain informed consent and involvement in care decisions, including:

• Assist with admission and discharge procedures including the correct handling of patient's property

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

Job responsibilities

Maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform your role effectively and ensure evidence of competence is provided to line manager.

Recognise own limitations and seek advice when appropriate, identifying own learning needs to discuss with line manager / appraiser.

Participate in an annual appraisal with relevant reviews and to follow your personal development plan as agreed with your line manager.

Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy environment at all times.

Report any concerns or problems to line manager.

Undertake all mandatory training.

Participate in ward meetings and be involved in the decision making process when changes take place.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

• NMC Registered Nursing Associate
• Evidence of relevant CPD
• Experience of working at band 4 level

Clinical skills and experience

• Demonstrate previous/current experience of daily working and responsibilities
• Organisational and time management skills, ability to prioritise
• Ability to work within a team and support others
• Ability to demonstrate reflective practice
• To reference learning from previous/current experience of daily working and responsibilities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust