Student Community Specialist Practitioner (District Nursing)

An exciting career opportunity to train as a District Nurse in Yorkshire NHS England, health care providers from across Yorkshire and Leeds Beckett University are undertaking a regional campaign to recruit registered nurses to commence a District Nursing training programme to start in September 2025. The profession of District Nursing continues to adapt in response to the changing needs of people and communities they live within. High calibre individuals are needed to train as District Nurses to support exciting developments and to initiate change in practice. If you have the drive and passion to make a difference and you want to support initiatives that result in people having their care needs met at home, then we would like to hear from you. You must have a current Registered Nurse (Adult) registration and hold a first degree (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject OR Leeds Beckett University may be able to consider your experience by completing Professional Portfolio Development (PPD) module (please contact Leeds Beckett for details. This module commences late January 2025). You will also need to demonstrate your positive attitude to managing and leading teams and commitment to client centred community care. Applicants considered for the Apprenticeship route will need to evidence GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C. Main duties of the job Applicants will need to satisfy the entry criteria for NMC Non-Medical Prescribing. Due to the nature of this role, it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes throughout the course. Where necessary, adjustments will be made in accordance with the Equality Act (2010). Your application must include: Details of an academic referee and a professional referee Your NMC registered nurse (level 1) PIN Evidence that you have a health-related Honours degree at 2:2 or above or provide evidence that you have completed or are currently studying the Leeds Beckett Professional Portfolio Development module through which your equivalent experience can be assessed Your recent engagement in CPD activities, including the level and its relevance to your application to a Postgraduate course Evidence that you meet the criteria set out in the Person Specification EITHER Confirmation of your employment with the trust you are applying to and of having your manager's support OR Your sponsor/placement choice About us Application process 2025: We are recruiting with NHS employers in the region. All employers are offering internal secondments and one is offering the opportunity for staff external to their organisation to apply for a training place with them. The options for sponsor organisations may include the following: Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust (Internal and External Applications) If you are applying as an Internal Applicant, please state clearly on your application form that you are an employee of the organisation and have your manager's support to apply for a secondment. Your application will then be considered and if you are invited for interview, a decision will be made on your suitability to proceed onto this course in collaboration with your employer. We also accept self-funding applicants or applicants from the Private, Independent and Voluntary Organisations. Our team will work with you to help secure a suitable and quality assured practice placement. Job description Job responsibilities The closing date for all applications is Monday 3rd March 2025 Please note that due to an anticipated high number of applications, there will not be an option to change the date or time of your interview if you are shortlisted. Interview Date: w/c 28th April 2025 You will receive notification of the outcome of your application by Friday 4th April 2025 You will receive notification of the outcome of your interview by Friday 6th June 2025 Right to Work in the UK Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa. 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. 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 Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Current NMC Registered Nurse (adult) Relevant honours degree at a minimum of 2:2 or completion of Leeds Beckett PPD module (attained prior to application) Evidence of continuous learning and development (accredited or unaccredited gained within the last 5 years) Knowledge and Understanding Essential Understanding of the District Nurse as a clinical manager and leader Understanding of current policies relevant to District Nursing practice Awareness of the demands of the course Understanding about issues relating to equality and diversity Understanding about leadership Understanding about issues relating to care and compassion in practice Desirable Understanding of the role of other professionals involved in community health / integrated care Awareness of wider health and social legislation/policies/strategies Experience in a leadership role Skills and Experience Essential Effective Communication and Interpersonal skills Effective literacy and numeracy skills Effective clinical problem solving abilities Experience of multi-disciplinary team working Experience of applying evidence based practice IT skills Desirable Involvement in the preparation of statements/reports for formal purposes Experience of problem solving in community settings Experience of multi-agency working in a community setting Experience of audit/evaluation/research Attributes and Attitudes Essential Motivated to become a team leader Empathetic, non-judgemental, and client/patient focused Positive attitude to change Other Requirements Essential Ability to travel as course requirements demand Desirable Hold a full driving licence and have permanent access to a vehicle Employer details Employer name Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust Address Various BD18 3LD Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

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