Job summary
This NHS provision has been developed to deliver a specialist community eating disorders service to children and young people aged years across South Staffordshire. In this role you will be working as part of a highly experienced and close multi-disciplinary community team and will be supported by the service lead, consultant psychiatrist and a principal family psychotherapist. You will provide support to the team and wider systems, helping guide service development and delivery, and will help enable young people with their families in their recovery.
The MDT is skilled, forward thinking, friendly and highly supportive; delivering evidence-based treatments with young people and their families to provide the most effective treatment, which has influenced a high recovery rate. 100% of surveyed service users would recommend the service.
You will be supported by the senior clinical team and will work closely with all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
As a Nursing Associate you will work under the supervision from a registered nurse or other registered professional to provide high quality care and treatment as a member of the multi-disciplinary team informed by excellent communication, analysis of information, planning and organisational skills. You will work independently under the leadership of registered nurses, providing nursing care and delivering all aspects of the nursing process.
Main duties of the job
o Work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or other registered care professional as appropriate.o Be accountable for own actions or omissions ensuring mindfulness of the NMC Code of Conduct for Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Associates.o Demonstrate skills to maintain professional standards of record keeping.o Follow all information governance guidance, standards and policies.o Maintain confidentiality as outlined within data protection policieso Identify the need for policy development and or amendment to existing policies to ensure safe and effective inter-professional clinical care delivery.o Share ideas with colleagues to improve care and suggest areas for innovation.o Participate in audit activities being undertaken in area of practice or across the service.o Contribute to the improvement of service by reflecting on own practice and supporting that of others.o Adhere to legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines both local and national.o Regularly attend workplace and staff engagement meetings and contribute positively to discussions about the improvement of care.o Continue to develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills and maintain all evidence required.o Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environmentso Awareness in relation to own security and lone working
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year Pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
301-VA
Job locations
The Bridge
St Georges Parkway, Off Crooked Bridge Road, Stafford, ST163NE
Stafford
ST16 3NE
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information in relation to responsibilities of the role, please see the attached JD & PS for further details.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information in relation to responsibilities of the role, please see the attached JD & PS for further details.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
* Educated to a minimum level 5 Foundation degree level specific to Nursing Associate practice.
* Care certificate
Desirable
* Placement experience covering all four fields of nursing
Skills
Essential
* Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non- verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi- disciplinary 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.
* Intermediate IT skills including sound working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
* The ability to use clinical systems such as RiO.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
* Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
* Able to recognise own limitations in the context of the Nursing Associate role.
* Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of the multi-disciplinary team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
* Educated to a minimum level 5 Foundation degree level specific to Nursing Associate practice.
* Care certificate
Desirable
* Placement experience covering all four fields of nursing
Skills
Essential
* Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non- verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi- disciplinary 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.
* Intermediate IT skills including sound working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
* The ability to use clinical systems such as RiO.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
* Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
* Able to recognise own limitations in the context of the Nursing Associate role.
* Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of the multi-disciplinary team
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
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Bridge
St Georges Parkway, Off Crooked Bridge Road, Stafford, ST163NE
Stafford
ST16 3NE
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Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Bridge
St Georges Parkway, Off Crooked Bridge Road, Stafford, ST163NE
Stafford
ST16 3NE
Employer's website
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