Job summary
This is an exciting new role within the Poole Adult Community Mental Health Team who are seeking a registered Nurse Associate to join this well established MDT and provide excellent care to residents within Poole.
The role will be part of an integrated health and social care team providing care and recovery for patients who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health.
The role will offer interventions in a wide variety of clinical, therapeutic and social forms with the aim of promoting health, wellbeing, self-autonomy and independence.
The post holder will have a breadth of knowledge across the lifespan and across the fields of nursing, providing holistic and person centred care. They will work effectively as part of a team and provide support and guidance to less experienced staff and student learners within the clinical environment as needed. The nurse associate will work independently under the leadership of the registered nurses, working within the sphere of nursing and care and within all aspects of the nursing process.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
They will deliver planned care to a group of patients working within the standards of proficiency outlined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and in accordance with Trust policies and protocols
They will demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide support/guidance to less experienced staff/learners within the clinical environment as needed
Manage a defined group of patients/service users under the indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, using evidence based/client centred principles to undertake a range of delegated tasks independently
Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient/service user care
To take responsibility for planned/defined tasks as required
To plan and undertake clinical tasks guided by standard operating procedures and protocols
To delegate work to support worker staff and learners, as required
To supervise and line manage band 2/3 staff and undertake the ongoing supervision of the routine work of others
Take responsibility for the training of others and may be required to deliver training
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Details
Date posted
10 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£21,988 to £24,129 a year p.a.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
152-M429.25A
Job locations
Alderney Hospital
Ringwood Road
Poole
BH12 4NB
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
* Successful completion of the Nursing Associate apprenticeship
* Registered Nursing Associate on NMC
Skills Experience
Essential
* Previous experience of working within a health/social care setting
* Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
* Devising, implementing and evaluating care plans.
Desirable
* To have experience of working in a mental health setting
Business travel
Essential
* Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Level 1 or 2
Skills and Experience
Essential
* Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal, and nonverbal communication) with patients, relatives/ carers and the multidisciplinary team.
* Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
* Successful completion of the Nursing Associate apprenticeship
* Registered Nursing Associate on NMC
Skills Experience
Essential
* Previous experience of working within a health/social care setting
* Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
* Devising, implementing and evaluating care plans.
Desirable
* To have experience of working in a mental health setting
Business travel
Essential
* Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Level 1 or 2
Skills and Experience
Essential
* Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal, and nonverbal communication) with patients, relatives/ carers and the multidisciplinary team.
* Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Alderney Hospital
Ringwood Road
Poole
BH12 4NB
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Employer details
Employer name
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Alderney Hospital
Ringwood Road
Poole
BH12 4NB
Employer's website
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