Employer: Central and Northwest London NHS Trust
Location: Westminster Older Adults & Health Ageing Community Mental Health Team, Vauxhall Bridge Road, London SW1V 1DX
Salary: £31,944 – £34,937 per annum (including HCAS)
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Closing Date: 29 June 2025
📋 Key Responsibilities
Band 4 Nursing Associates at CNWL work under the supervision of Registered Nurses, contributing significantly to high-quality patient care and service delivery:
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Care delivery & monitoring: provide and monitor care, promote health, and prevent illness
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Accountability & teamwork: operate within a multidisciplinary team; remain accountable to supervising Registered Nurses
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Clinical support: conduct risk assessments, participate in safety initiatives, complete Datix incident reports, maintain meticulous records
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Professional standards: adhere to the NMC Code, meet mandatory training, and stay within competency limits
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Supervision & development: support, train, and delegate to Health Care Assistants; attend team meetings and reflect on personal practice
🎓 Essential Qualifications & Experience
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Registered NMC Nursing Associate (Band 4) status with a valid PIN
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Proficient literacy and numeracy
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Experience in health/social care settings and collaboration with other agencies
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Basic IT/email literacy
Desirable:
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Care Certificate or equivalent
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Experience in mental health/community settings
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Training in phlebotomy, ECG
🌟 Attributes & Personal Skills
Prospective candidates should demonstrate:
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Effective communication across various audiences—patients, families, staff
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Reflectiveness, initiative, problem-solving and caring attitude
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Resilience, honesty, and a strong professional ethos
🔧 Additional Requirements
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Completion of TMVA (Therapeutic Management of Violence & Aggression) training, including use of restraint techniques
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Resuscitation and CPR training
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Enhanced DBS check as required under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975
✅ Why Apply?
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Competitive salary within Band 4, with London weighting included
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Opportunity to work in a well-supported multidisciplinary team
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Professional development through training in areas such as phlebotomy, ECG, TMVA, and reflective supervision
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Engage in patient-centered mental health care within community and older-adult settings
📌 How to Apply
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Visit Jobs.nhs.uk and enter reference C9333‑25‑0712, or search “Nursing Associate CNWL” via DWP Find a Job site
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Complete application by 29 June 2025. Prepare your CV, personal statement, and evidence of qualifications.
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