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Client: Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Bradford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 8b9d4b961a8e

Job Views: 15

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job overview

A great opportunity has arisen to work as a band 5 Staff Nurse within Bradford District Care Foundation Trust's Continence Service. We are a well-established team delivering expert care to individuals with bladder and bowel problems across primary care and care homes. We also deliver education on continence care (bladder/bowel and catheterisation) across community nursing teams. We pride ourselves on our multidisciplinary approach and the quality of our service.

We seek a motivated, dynamic nurse passionate about improving continence care in Bradford, Airedale, and Craven. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing evidence-based advice, supporting community staff and service users, and mentoring junior staff. Good communication, teaching skills, enthusiasm for service improvement, and collaborative working are essential.

If you wish to develop your skills further, we would love to hear from you. For more information, contact the team leader at [emailprotected].

• Work within the Continence Service across the organization’s geographical area.
• Contribute to service development as an effective team member.
• Provide high standards of research/evidence-based, clinically effective care.
• Support, advise, and educate colleagues, patients, and carers on continence matters.

Our core values are:

• We Care: Act with respect and empathy, value differences.
• We Listen: Understand individual needs and respond accordingly.
• We Deliver: Provide excellent services and support partners.

We offer flexible working options, a 'Welcome' payment of £1000, relocation expenses up to £8000, and various benefits including health and wellbeing support, development opportunities, and more. We support the Armed Forces with a Bronze Award and are committed to sustainability through our Green Plan. All staff are encouraged to participate in sustainable quality improvements.

Refer to the attached job description and person specification for details.

You must confirm your right to work and reside in the UK before and during employment. The Trust cannot sponsor visas beyond your current visa expiry. It is your responsibility to keep your right to work status updated and inform your manager of any changes.

Qualifications

• Diploma level education or equivalent experience
• Degree level education
• Recognised qualification in continence management

Training

• Willingness to undertake relevant training
• Ability to contribute to training others

Experience

• Experience with bladder and bowel management
• Experience in community nursing

Knowledge

• Up-to-date knowledge of bladder and bowel management

Skills

• Ability to plan, organise, and work creatively and independently

Note: The Trust may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. It is advisable to apply promptly. Applicants must state their current immigration status, including expiry dates.

Bradford District Care Trust is an award-winning provider committed to high-quality, personalized care. We aim to connect communities, promote health, and be a leading employer. Bradford was awarded UK City of Culture 2025, promising a vibrant year of arts and cultural events.

We welcome applicants with lived experience of caring for someone with health or social needs and are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve. Applications from underrepresented groups are encouraged, with selection based solely on merit.

We are accredited by the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme and committed to environmental sustainability through our Green Plan. All staff are encouraged to participate in training and quality improvements.

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You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks, and compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020.