Nursing Associate

Clch; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car lease scheme

Flexible working options

Training and development

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) is seeking a Band 4 Nursing Associate for a 5-month fixed-term contract to support housebound patients in Barnet. You will work with district nursing teams to deliver safe, person-centred care in patients' homes, promoting independence and timely discharges.

Applicants should be registered Nursing Associate with NMC, hold a Foundation degree, GCSEs and Care Certificate, and have excellent communication and IT skills.

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
• Foundation degree in nursing associate practice (Level 5).
• GCSEs in Maths and English (minimum).
• Care Certificate completed.
• Experience in health/care setting or relevant healthcare environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to housebound patients in their home environment.
• Deliver clinical activities and holistic care under delegation by a registered nurse.
• Support discharge planning and reduce hospital admissions.
• Utilise IT systems to support NHS processes and record keeping.

Skills

NMC registered Nursing Associate

Communication skills

Teamwork

IT skills

Driving licence

Education

NMC Nursing Associate registration

Foundation degree (Level 5) in nursing associate practice

GCSEs Maths and English

Care Certificate

Job description

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Main area Nurses Associate Grade Band 4 Contract 5 months (Fixed Term cover for Staff on Training- Ends 30th June 2026) Hours

• Full time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (Five 7.5 hour shifts per week (work day can fall any day Mondays to Sundays)) Job ref 824-NORTH-8383230

Site East Barnet Health Centre Town Barnet Salary £33,262 - £36,027 per annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 17/11/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

Are you a compassionate, motivated and enthusiastic Nursing Associate looking to make a real difference in your community? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Band 4 Nursing Associate to join our Barnet Integrated Community Service on a 5-month fixed-term contract.

You'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to housebound patients in their own homes, helping to promote independence, support earlier hospital discharges and prevent avoidable admissions.

Working alongside our dedicated District Nursing teams, specialist nurses, GPs, therapists and social care professionals, you'll deliver clinical interventions under the supervision of registered healthcare professionals.

We're looking for someone with excellent communication skills, a proactive approach and a genuine passion for delivering compassionate community care.

Important – Visa Sponsorship

Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract without requiring employer sponsorship. Unfortunately, we will not be progressing applications from candidates who require sponsorship to undertake this role.

Join CLCH and help us deliver excellent care closer to home!

Main duties of the job

As a Band 4 Nursing Associate, you will be responsible for providing a safe, personalised and effective care to patients who require community nursing care by working alongside the community nursing team to deliver clinical and administrative duties.

Your main duties will include

• Providing a number of clinical activities and holistic care under the direct delegation of a registered nurse and carers using a wide range of clinical skills and interventions within a home environment.
• You will need to possess excellent communication skills and a team player and be able to adapt to the changing work patterns of the night service by remaining calm under pressure.
• You will also need to have good IT skills to support the systems in place.
• The Integrated Community Nursing Services has a key focus on facilitating discharges, case management and reducing admission to hospital.
• The service works closely with Acute Hospitals, Hospice, including GPs.
• The service provides care to patients in the community setting. you will be well supported by our current team and provision is also made for your continued professional development.

Working for our organisation

Just as we care about our patients’ wellbeing, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

• A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
• Car lease scheme *T&C’s apply
• Flexible working options
• Training, support and development in your career

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To be responsible for providing the appropriate nursing evidence based care for an allocated group of patients.
• Be an accountable professional who is responsible for their actions, working in line with NMC standards of proficiency
• Recognise and work within the limits of their competency
• To work as part of a multidisciplinary team using resources efficiently.

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
• Educated to a minimum level 5 Foundation degree level specific to nursing associate practice
• GCSEs Grade 9 - 4 in Maths and English or equivalent
• Care Certificate

Experience

• Previous experience of working within a health / care setting in the field of area applied for
• Relevant experience of working self-directed or as part of a team.
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Skills & Knowledge

• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role contributes to service development
• Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within the Code.
• Post holder should have a valid NMC PIN NUMBER
• Relevant clinical skills in the area of work
• disciplinary team.
• Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues.
• Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice when needed
• Able to recognise own limitations in the context of the nursing associate role
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload effectively
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and elevate to an appropriate registered health or care professional
• Ability to participate in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
• IT awareness and ability to use NHS systems
• Ability to support, supervise and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting

Key Attribute

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

Due to high application volumes, this vacancy may close early. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria will be shortlisted. Interview details will be emailed after the closing date - please check your inbox regularly.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your applications on time to avoid disappointment.