• Job Description

  Req#: C9152-25-0548?language=en&page=27&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  This is an exciting new role within the Blandford Community Mental Health Team who are seeking a registered Nurse Associate to join this well established MDT and provide excellent care to residents within Dorset area.

  The role will be part of an integrated health and social care team providing care and recovery for patients who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health.

  The role will offer interventions in a wide variety of clinical, therapeutic and social forms with the aim of promoting health, wellbeing, self-autonomy and independence.

  The post holder will have a breadth of knowledge across the lifespan and across the fields of nursing, providing holistic and person centred care. They will work effectively as part of a team and provide support and guidance to less experienced staff and student learners within the clinical environment as needed. The nurse associate will work independently under the leadership of the registered nurses, working within the sphere of nursing and care and within all aspects of the nursing process.

  Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

  Main duties of the job

  They will deliver planned care to a group of patients working within the standards of proficiency outlined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and in accordance with Trust policies and protocols

  They will demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide support/guidance to less experienced staff/learners within the clinical environment as needed

  Manage a defined group of patients/service users under the indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, using evidence based/client centred principles to undertake a range of delegated tasks independently

  Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient/service user care

  To take responsibility for planned/defined tasks as required

  To plan and undertake clinical tasks guided by standard operating procedures and protocols

  To delegate work to support worker staff and learners, as required

  To supervise and line manage band 2/3 staff and undertake the ongoing supervision of the routine work of others

  Take responsibility for the training of others and may be required to deliver training

  About us

  At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

  We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

  Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

  Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

  Details

  Date posted

  08 July 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 4

  Salary

  £10,612 to £11,645 a year p.a.

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  152-M135.25

  Job locations

  Blandford Community Hospital - Milldown Unit

  Milldown Road

  Blandford Forum

  DT11 7DD

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

  As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

  Person Specification

  Knowledge and Skills

  Essential

  • Successful completion of the Nursing Associate apprenticeship
  • Registered Nursing Associate on NMC

  Skills Experience

  Essential

  • Previous experience of working within a health/social care setting
  • Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development

  Desirable

  • Experience of working within Mental health

  Business travel

  Essential

  • Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Level 1 or 2

  Skills and Experience

  Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal, and nonverbal communication) with patients, relatives/ carers and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.

  Person Specification

  Knowledge and Skills

  Essential

  • Successful completion of the Nursing Associate apprenticeship
  • Registered Nursing Associate on NMC

  Skills Experience

  Essential

  • Previous experience of working within a health/social care setting
  • Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development

  Desirable

  • Experience of working within Mental health

  Business travel

  Essential

  • Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Level 1 or 2

  Skills and Experience

  Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal, and nonverbal communication) with patients, relatives/ carers and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.

  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.

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Additional information

  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.

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Blandford Community Hospital - Milldown Unit

  Milldown Road

  Blandford Forum

  DT11 7DD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Blandford Community Hospital - Milldown Unit

  Milldown Road

  Blandford Forum

  DT11 7DD

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

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