Overview
Job summary
Are you a final year Nursing Student due to qualify in December 2025? Are you looking to start your newly registered career in a Trust that will nurture and support you? Dorset County Hospital sounds like the perfect place for you. We offer a first class preceptorship programme that now includes leadership development, with access to a committed team of practice educators and opportunities for ongoing CPD to realise your full potential. The Theatres Complex at Dorset County Hospital includes Main Theatres (8 Theatres), Day Surgery Unit (2 Theatres), Weymouth Community Hospital (1 Theatre) and the Procedure Suite at South Walks House. This role will be predominately in Main Theatres but all staff are expected to work across all sites, depending on the needs of the service. We provide structured orientation and superb career and professional development opportunities in a challenging work environment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from groups under-represented in our organisation.
Main duties of the job
To succeed with us, you'll need to have a true passion for providing the best patient care, and hold our trust values of Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence. You will be part of an incredible team with a high quality of life in one of the most beautiful parts of Britain, with a comprehensive range of benefits including 27 days' holiday rising to 33 days, the NHS Pension Scheme, discounts, relocation assistance, a subsidised restaurant, and health and wellbeing support.
Please note, this vacancy is for individuals about to qualify as Registered Nurses on a UK based NMC approved programme. If you are an internationally trained nurse seeking NMC registration, please email Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk rather than apply and we will be in touch in due course.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients and the culture we are creating for our staff. We strive for a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our mission is to partner to provide high quality, compassionate services and nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. We understand that some applicants may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing applications; submissions must be truthful and reflect your own experiences and suitability. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process.
Details
Date posted: 10 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 405-25-NM399THE
Job locations: Dorset County Hospital, Williams Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2JY
Job description
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. If you cannot view or download the attachment, please contact Recruitment.
For all roles we look for staff who uphold the Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about patient care. To read more about our Trust and values, search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Education and Training
* Essential: In final year of studying or recently qualified/fully registered in the UK in your profession (NMC)
* Desirable: Evidence of recent CPD
Knowledge & Experience
* Essential: Demonstrate experience during nurse training in areas such as General Medicine & Surgery, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Elderly Care, A&E, Theatres, Critical Care, Gynaecology, etc.
* Desirable: Understanding of 6 C's in professional nursing
Skills and Knowledge
* Essential: Ability to practice as a competent practitioner; understanding of confidentiality
* Desirable: Time management; understanding of clinical governance and risk management; ability to maintain effective working relationships
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an enhanced DBS check where applicable.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require UK Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. For more information see the UK Visas and Immigration website.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for details.
Employer details
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Dorset County Hospital, Williams Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2JY
Website: https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/
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