Bank Staff Nurse
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The closing date is 26 May 2026
Please note: Due to the nature of our bank zero hours, casual work agreement, we are unable to sponsor applicants.
Band 5 to 6, £31,049 - £46,580 per annum pro rata.
You will play a vital role in delivering compassionate and professional nursing care to individuals in a variety of settings, including mental health inpatient wards, our Crisis Care Centre and community services. You will work flexibly, providing high-quality care as needed to support the staffing requirements of the Trust.
Joining the Bank provides an excellent opportunity for those who wish to gain insight and experience into diverse areas whilst providing you with the flexibility to choose your own working hours. It can also provide the opportunity to gain experience with the Trust supporting permanent employment opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality, person-centred nursing care to patients in a safe, effective, and compassionate manner.
* Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to assess, plan, and implement care plans for patients.
* Administer medications, monitor progress, and assist with clinical procedures.
* Provide support to patients with mental health conditions, learning disabilities, or other complex needs.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with Trust policies.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
* Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and contribute to team learning.
* On occasion acting as the Nurse in Charge, providing quality leadership to services.
What We’re Looking For
* Particularly Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability with scope for General Nurses with interest and experience in services provided by the Trust.
* All applicants must be NMC registered as a nurse.
* Experience in mental health, learning disability or other relevant clinical areas.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong commitment to patient care.
* Ability to work flexibly, which may include nights, weekends, and bank holidays, as per the needs of the Trust.
* A compassionate, professional attitude with a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well‑being of patients.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Experience in working in Crisis Care Teams or willingness to learn.
Why Join Us?
* Band 5 or 6 Agenda for Change NHS Pay Scales +12.07% (previous NHS nursing experience will be taken into consideration when determining which point on the Band 5/6 pay scale)
* 12.07% addition is paid to all hours worked in lieu of booking annual leave - take leave when you want.
* Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle: part time or full time - you choose your hours.
* Opportunities for career development and access to training programmes.
* Supportive, friendly, patient-centred and inclusive team environments.
* Free parking in most Trust locations.
* Trust funded DBS, uniform and training opportunities.
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme.
* Discounts available via Health Service Discounts and Blue Light Card.
* Access to our Internal Job Adverts, potentially accelerating your career with the Trust.
* Support from the Temporary Staffing, Practice Education Facilitation Team to support your on-boarding, training and career development.
The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under‑represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.
Person Specification
Qualification
* Registered Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse or General Nurse
* NMC registration
Experience
* Qualified nursing experience in inpatient mental health or learning disability
* Qualified nursing experience Crisis Care
* Knowledge of Mental Health Act
* Knowledge of Patient Centred Care
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.
North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust
£32,073 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
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