Derby Road Practice

Practice Nurse

The closing date is 15 February 2026

Job summary

We are part of Suffolk Primary Care, which is a group of GP practices delivering patient care across Suffolk. We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and flexible Practice Nurse, with excellent interpersonal skills, to join our fantastic team at The Derby Road Practice in Ipswich. The Derby Road Practice is a two site practice.

The vacancy is for part time, up to 14 hours; however, this may be negotiable for the right candidate. Flexibility is crucial to accommodate training, holidays and occasional sickness.

The Derby Road Practice supports in excess of 19,000 patients from a diverse range of backgrounds. We have an established team with a strong focus on customer service and on developing and nurturing staff in order to deliver excellent standards of patient care. We would love to hear from candidates with healthcare experience. We are also keen to hear from those that can show flexibility and a range of transferable skills.

We use SystmOne and askmyGP to facilitate effective and efficient ways of working.

You should be able to work calmly and professionally as part of a team, with the ability to multi-task. A strong command of written and spoken English with an excellent telephone manner is a must. Good time management skills and the ability to follow protocols and or instruction and attention to detail is essential.

We offer a competitive salary along with other employee benefits, and the opportunity to join the NHS pension scheme.

We plan to hold interviews w/c 23rd Feb

Main duties of the job

o Immunisations including childhood immunisations

o Cervical smears

o Contraception advice and pill checks

o Spirometry

o Wound dressings and reviews

About us

Suffolk Primary Care (SPC) is a forward-thinking partnership of GP surgeries across Suffolk. Our collaborative approach enables doctors and staff to share resources, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality healthcare.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Benefits of Working with SPC

NHS Pension Scheme:

  • Defined benefits scheme
  • Life insurance
  • Family benefits, including adult dependents & children's pensions
  • Ill health benefits
  • 23.7% employer contribution

Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme:

  • Low monthly payments, no deposit, no credit check
  • Fully comprehensive insurance, servicing, tyres & breakdown cover
  • Up to £2,000 annual SPC contribution (subject to conditions)

Flexible Working Arrangements:

GP remote working options to accommodate personal commitments

Additional Benefits:

  • Eye care vouchers
  • Health service discounts, including a complimentary Blue Light Card for new starters
  • Minimum 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) for full-time employees, with enhancements for long service
  • Enhanced maternity & paternity terms
  • High street discounts via our online portal
  • Salary sacrifice schemes for technology, homewares (Currys, John Lewis, Decathlon), cycling, and gym memberships

At SPC, we invest in our staffs professional growth and well-being, fostering a positive work environment that benefits both our team and the communities we serve.

Details

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£34,493 to £35,195 a year WTE

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0598-DerbyRoad300126

Job locations

52 Derby Road

Ipswich

IP3 8DN


Pinewood Surgery

Laburnum Close

Pinewood

Ipswich

IP8 3SL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

To provide nursing services to patients on the practice list, including assessment, advice within the professional competence of the post holder, screening and treatment. Extra training will be provided for new duties undertaken. The post holder will work in accordance with NMC Code of Conduct.

Key Responsibilities

Provides care directly to patients without referral via another senior nurse or doctor.

To undertake general nursing duties within the nursing team, including:

o Immunisations including childhood immunisations

o Cervical smears

o Contraception advice and pill checks

o Spirometry

o Wound dressings and reviews

o Treatment room

o To work to practice protocols and guidelines.

Optional Responsibilities

Chronic disease management

Spirometry

Main tasks and responsibilities:

Health assessment and screening to the practice population (within agreed protocols) with referral to general practitioners as necessary.

Advise patients on general health and minor ailments with referral to general practitioners as necessary

Provide nursing treatments to patients in participation with general practitioners or independently to agreed protocols.

Implement a systematic approach to care, to include efficient and accurate record keeping for the benefit and safety of patients/clients, continuity of care and professional security.

Assist with the development of work practices within agreed policies to provide the optimum standards of care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

To provide nursing services to patients on the practice list, including assessment, advice within the professional competence of the post holder, screening and treatment. Extra training will be provided for new duties undertaken. The post holder will work in accordance with NMC Code of Conduct.

Key Responsibilities

Provides care directly to patients without referral via another senior nurse or doctor.

To undertake general nursing duties within the nursing team, including:

o Immunisations including childhood immunisations

o Cervical smears

o Contraception advice and pill checks

o Spirometry

o Wound dressings and reviews

o Treatment room

o To work to practice protocols and guidelines.

Optional Responsibilities

Chronic disease management

Spirometry

Main tasks and responsibilities:

Health assessment and screening to the practice population (within agreed protocols) with referral to general practitioners as necessary.

Advise patients on general health and minor ailments with referral to general practitioners as necessary

Provide nursing treatments to patients in participation with general practitioners or independently to agreed protocols.

Implement a systematic approach to care, to include efficient and accurate record keeping for the benefit and safety of patients/clients, continuity of care and professional security.

Assist with the development of work practices within agreed policies to provide the optimum standards of care.

Person Specification

Knowledge or Skills

Essential

  • Ability to deal with patients sensitively
  • Calm outlook in a busy workplace
  • Positive disposition

Desirable

  • Ability to work in a changing environment

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC registration

Desirable

  • Knowledge of SystmOne

Knowledge or Skills

Essential

  • Ability to deal with patients sensitively
  • Calm outlook in a busy workplace
  • Positive disposition

Desirable

  • Ability to work in a changing environment

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a nursing team

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care or a healthcare setting
Person Specification

Knowledge or Skills

Essential

  • Ability to deal with patients sensitively
  • Calm outlook in a busy workplace
  • Positive disposition

Desirable

  • Ability to work in a changing environment

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC registration

Desirable

  • Knowledge of SystmOne

Knowledge or Skills

Essential

  • Ability to deal with patients sensitively
  • Calm outlook in a busy workplace
  • Positive disposition

Desirable

  • Ability to work in a changing environment

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a nursing team

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care or a healthcare 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

Derby Road Practice

Address

52 Derby Road

Ipswich

IP3 8DN


Employer's website

https://www.derbyroadpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Derby Road Practice

Address

52 Derby Road

Ipswich

IP3 8DN


Employer's website

https://www.derbyroadpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

ANP Nursing Team Manager

Hannah Revett

hannah.revett@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£34,493 to £35,195 a year WTE

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0598-DerbyRoad300126

Job locations

52 Derby Road

Ipswich

IP3 8DN


Pinewood Surgery

Laburnum Close

Pinewood

Ipswich

IP8 3SL


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