Nursing Associate in Plymouth inPlymouth PUBLISHED MON 3 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£27,485.00 to £30,162.00 per year
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Permanent NHS role with clear pay £27,485–£30,162 and access to NHS pension — financial stability for you and your family.
Band 4 Nursing Associate in Livewell Southwest offering structured career development and support with NMC revalidation.
Lead and supervise Bands 2/3 staff and pre‑registration students — build leadership skills ideal for those seeking progression.
Local Plymouth (PL4) post — suitable for carers with a car; you can log mileage and manage your own diary of visits.
Blend of hands‑on patient care and admin using eRecord systems — meaningful contact with predictable documentation tasks.
Involved in public health, audits and delivering training — a varied role with strong transferable skills for your CV.
As a Nursing Associate based in Plymouth (PL4), you will manage a defined caseload of patients under the indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, delivering compassionate, evidence‑based care within the Nursing Associate scope of practice. This full‑time, permanent role (salary £27,485–£30,162) involves undertaking delegated clinical tasks—including medicines administration where competent—keeping accurate eRecord documentation, recognising and escalating changes in patient condition, contributing to care planning and audits, and working to professional and legal frameworks such as the NMC Code and the Mental Capacity Act. You will also be responsible for safe use of equipment, prioritising workloads, and taking part in quality and service development activity that improves outcomes for individuals and communities.
This role is ideal for experienced carers, band 2/3 staff ready to step up, or qualified Nursing Associates who enjoy hands‑on care combined with leadership and teaching. You’ll supervise and develop junior team members and students, deliver training, support safeguarding and advocacy, and be part of a learning culture that values empathy, respect and diversity. If you want a practical, people‑centred role where your caring skills are recognised and developed, jobsincare.com lists this vacancy and makes applying straightforward — please click the “Apply Now” button shown alongside this description to submit your application before the closing date (19 November 2025).
This role is ideal for experienced carers, band 2/3 staff ready to step up, or qualified Nursing Associates who enjoy hands‑on care combined with leadership and teaching. You’ll supervise and develop junior team members and students, deliver training, support safeguarding and advocacy, and be part of a learning culture that values empathy, respect and diversity. If you want a practical, people‑centred role where your caring skills are recognised and developed, jobsincare.com lists this vacancy and makes applying straightforward — please click the “Apply Now” button shown alongside this description to submit your application before the closing date (19 November 2025).
Permanent NHS role with clear pay £27,485–£30,162 and access to NHS pension — financial stability for you and your family.
Band 4 Nursing Associate in Livewell Southwest offering structured career development and support with NMC revalidation.
Lead and supervise Bands 2/3 staff and pre‑registration students — build leadership skills ideal for those seeking progression.
Local Plymouth (PL4) post — suitable for carers with a car; you can log mileage and manage your own diary of visits.
Blend of hands‑on patient care and admin using eRecord systems — meaningful contact with predictable documentation tasks.
Involved in public health, audits and delivering training — a varied role with strong transferable skills for your CV.
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Permanent NHS role with clear pay £27,485–£30,162 and access to NHS pension — financial stability for you and your family.; Band 4 Nursing Associate in Livewell Southwest offering structured career development and support with NMC revalidation.; Lead and supervise Bands 2/3 staff and pre‑registration students — build leadership skills ideal for those seeking progression.; Local Plymouth (PL4) post — suitable for carers with a car; you can log mileage and manage your own diary of visits.; Blend of hands‑on patient care and admin using eRecord systems — meaningful contact with predictable documentation tasks.; Involved in public health, audits and delivering training — a varied role with strong transferable skills for your CV.
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To work as a Nursing Associate in the UK, you need a combination of clinical skills, interpersonal abilities, and professional attributes. Here are some key skills and qualifications that are typically required:
1. Clinical Skills:
- Basic nursing care procedures (e.g., taking vital signs, assisting with personal care, feeding)
- Understanding of infection control practices
- Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
- Ability to support patients with mobility and rehabilitation
2. Communication Skills:
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Ability to convey information clearly and empathetically
- Listening skills to understand patient needs and concerns
3. Interpersonal Skills:
- Building rapport with patients and colleagues
- Teamworking abilities to collaborate with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals
- Conflict resolution skills
4. Compassion and Empathy:
- A genuine desire to care for others, providing emotional support and understanding to patients and their families
5. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving:
- Ability to assess patient needs and respond appropriately to changes in condition
- Good judgement in making decisions about care priorities
6. Organizational and Time Management Skills:
- Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Prioritizing care based on patient needs
7. Digital Literacy:
- Proficiency in using healthcare technology, such as electronic health records and other digital tools
8. Adaptability and Resilience:
- Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and workloads
- Coping strategies to handle the emotional demands of healthcare work
9. Understanding of Policy and Procedures:
- Knowledge of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and other regulatory frameworks for care
10. Educational Qualifications:
- A foundation degree in nursing or a relevant healthcare qualification, or completion of an approved Nursing Associate training program
- Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) upon completion of training
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