Student District Nurse

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for motivated individuals to join their Student District Nurse program. This role offers a unique opportunity to pursue a Community Nursing Specialist Practitioner qualification while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment. The program is designed to elevate your nursing skills and knowledge, providing a pathway to a rewarding career in community healthcare. With a comprehensive induction and ongoing support, you will be well-equipped to make a significant impact in the field. If you are passionate about nursing and eager to develop your expertise, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

High Cost Area Supplement

Comprehensive induction training

Engagement and wellbeing sessions

Qualifications

• Hold a first-level registration as a nurse with NMC.
• Achieved a first degree of 2:2 or above.

Responsibilities

• Build on existing knowledge and skills for higher practice level.
• Achieve an academic qualification and a recordable qualification with NMC.

Skills

Nursing and Midwifery Council registration

Recent study evidence

Education

First degree (2:2 or above)

Job description

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NELFT is seeking 6 highly motivated qualified nurses interested in undertaking the Community Nursing Specialist Practitioner qualification (DNSPQ) in September 2025. You will be offered a fixed-term contract with NELFT to undertake a one-year full-time course, jointly with London South Bank University.

Applications close on: 01-06-2025.

Interviews will be held on: 23-06-2025 and 24-06-2025.

The course meets NMC standards (NMC 2022), and applicants must:

• Hold a first-level registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) with active, unrestricted registration.
• Have achieved a first degree of 2:2 or above.
• Show evidence of recent study (within the last 2 years).

Additional requirements include satisfactory references, Disclosure and Barring Service screening.

Main Responsibilities: The Specialist Community Practitioner Sponsorship Student role is developmental, building on existing knowledge and skills to achieve a higher practice level, resulting in an academic qualification and a recordable/recognised qualification with the NMC.

Starting with NELFT: New starters will join on the first Monday of each month, undergoing a comprehensive two-week induction including mandatory training, systems training, and equipment allocation. They will also meet senior management and participate in engagement and wellbeing sessions at our head office in Rainham, Essex.

Probationary Period: This post is subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt unless they are currently in a probation or bank staff.

High Cost Area Supplement: An additional 15% of the basic salary (minimum £4,551, maximum £5,735) is payable.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Mary Johnson
• Job Title: Practice Experience Facilitator
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

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