Qualified Nursing Associate
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Job summary
We are looking for a part time Nursing Associate to work alongside our adult learning disabilities health facilitation nurses and wider multi disciplinary team in the community. This role with be to support adults with learning disabilities to get their health needs met, whether these are physical health needs, mental health needs or for their emotional wellbeing. and to reduce the health inequalities people face.
The successful applicant will be working across Bradford district, and therefore ideally needs to be able to travel easily. They will be supporting people with learning disabilities where they feel most comfortable, and so may be seeing people in their home, supported accommodation, day time locations, at the GP surgery etc.
The work is incredibly varied and as a lone worker you need to be able to prioritise, risk assess and manage your work load safely. You also need to be an excellent communicator, both with the people with learning disabilities you will be supporting, as well as their families and the multiple other agencies you will be working alongside.
An ability to be creative and make reasonable adjustments to ensure people can access health support is also needed. A good understanding of the health inequalities faced by people with learning disabilities is required and previous experience of working in a similar setting would be helpful.
Main duties of the job
Our aim is to create a culture of continuous improvement, inclusivity and trust. We encourage and celebrate diversity, and welcome candidates who reflect the communities we support.
You will be supporting people to access health appointments, health investigations and treatments as well as being involved in assessments and monitoring of people's health needs.
You will be working closely with adults with learning disabilities as well as their main carers including families and paid staff. You will work alongside nurses in the team, the wider MDT and other agencies involved with the person's health and support needs.
Details
Date posted: 17 April 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year
Pro rata, per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 453-26-7860526
Job locations: Waddiloves, 44 Queens Rd, Bradford, BD8 7BT
Job description
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] (BDCFT).
Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths and English or skills level 2 Maths and English or equivalent.
Experience
- Understanding of the Scope of the role of Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Demonstrates an understanding of diverse cultural needs
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained with the code.
Training
- Able to demonstrate an ability to work to agreed targets and standards.
- Able to demonstrate ongoing professional development including a willingness to under education and training to meet the needs of the service.
- Must have an awareness of Health and Safety at work and how it relates to this role.
Employer details
Employer name: [Employer hidden]
Address: Waddiloves, 44 Queens Rd, Bradford, BD8 7BT
Employer's website: https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Strategic Health Facilitator
Victoria Donnelly
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