Job summary
The post holder will coordinate and deliver direct care for a designated group of patients. Recognising and taking responsibility and accountability for the way the care is delivered (as per registered practitioner guidelines). The Nursing Associate will be responsible for delegation of duties to staff whilst developing and supervising junior staff/student nurses. The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team in order to support and assist the patient's healthcare journey. The Nursing Associate will be respectful, professional at all times and foster excellent communication skills. They will adhere to the documentation standards required by the trust /employer and their regulatory body. The nurse associate will advocate for all individuals in their care, upholding NMC standards in all interactions. The post holder will contribute to the practice development within their clinical care setting and work in accordance with Trust Policies, Procedures and Guidelines
Main duties of the job
As a NMC registered practitioner, the Nursing Associate will work in a clinical field, with minimal supervision from and report to a Registered Nurse (Level 1). They will deliver safe, compassionate and dignified patient centred health care. The Nursing Associate will be expected to plan and prioritise their workload; implement evidence based care; utilise relevant guidance, protocols, and policies (local and national); contribute to care planning and patient review. They will be responsible for completing any work based training associated with the role.
Details
- Date posted: 27 October 2026
- Closing date: 10 November 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 4
- Salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum, pro rata
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 436-8374318
- Job locations: Melissa Suite, The Oleaster Centre, 6 Mindelsohn Crescent, B15 2SY, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
We are unable to support applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work the United Kingdom (UK)
Person Specification
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Essential
- Knowledge & Skills
Desirable
- Personal attributes
- Experience working in Acute
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).
About us
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Employer details
- Employer name: Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: Melissa Suite, The Oleaster Centre, 6 Mindelsohn Crescent, B15 2SY, United Kingdom
- Employer's website: https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/