Job summary
We are delighted to invite a
motivated & compassionate Nursing Associate to join our highly
successful & supportive team at Syrena House.We are dedicated
to delivering high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with severe,
enduring & complex mental health needs, eg, schizophrenia, bi-polar &
often with co-morbid complexities
In 2026 we will be moving to the
Mount Gould site & will be increasing our beds to incorporate 6 additional
step down beds
Syrena House is currently a 9-bedded male
inpatient recovery unit, where our core focus is to empower patients on their
journey toward greater independence & to prepare them for a fulfilling life
within the community
We are looking for someone with
a genuine passion for recovery-focused practice, who is committed to helping
people achieve their optimum level of functioning. You will work
collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team, utilise therapeutic resources
within the inpatient setting & engage proactively with community services
to support seamless transitions in care
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the assessment, planning, treatment and evaluation of a group
of patients under the appropriate delegation from a registered practitioner and in
close liaison with patient/carer, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing
Associate role.
Please see the attached Band 4 Nursing Associate job description for a full list of duties and other responsibilities.
This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.
Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service
About us
Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social
enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across
Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of
Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports
centres, and health hubs.
As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values,kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and
collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while
empowering staff and those we serve.
We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in
shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right
time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead
healthy, independent lives.
We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training
pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care
Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship
programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.
Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all
sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental
health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the
application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Manage a defined group of patients under the indirect supervision of a Registered
Nurse or registered practitioner, using evidence based, patient centred principles to
undertake a range of delegated tasks independently.
Works within the limits of own competence and Nursing Associate scope of practice.
Is responsible and refers issues beyond scope of practice to the relevant registered
staff members.
Identify personal development needs that ensure consolidation of knowledge, skills,
and competency to undertake the care and treatment of responsibilities assigned.
To delegate work to support worker staff 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.
To demonstrate an understanding and application of professional, local, and
national guidelines and legislation relating to the Nursing Associate role and health
and social care provision.
Please refer to the attached job description for full details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Manage a defined group of patients under the indirect supervision of a Registered
Nurse or registered practitioner, using evidence based, patient centred principles to
undertake a range of delegated tasks independently.
Works within the limits of own competence and Nursing Associate scope of practice.
Is responsible and refers issues beyond scope of practice to the relevant registered
staff members.
Identify personal development needs that ensure consolidation of knowledge, skills,
and competency to undertake the care and treatment of responsibilities assigned.
To delegate work to support worker staff 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.
To demonstrate an understanding and application of professional, local, and
national guidelines and legislation relating to the Nursing Associate role and health
and social care provision.
Please refer to the attached job description for full details
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
- Understands the requirements for professional Revalidation.
- To have an understanding of and uphold at all times Livewell Southwests Values of being Kind, Respectful, Inclusive, Ambitious, Responsible and Collaborative
- Understanding of evidence-based practice.
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice.
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
- Intermediate IT skills
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing
- Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate
- on the NMC register.
- Level 5 Foundation Degree
- Nursing Associate
-
- GCSEs Grade A-C (Grades
- 4-7) in Maths and English or
- Functional Skills level 2 in
- Maths and English.
Desirable
- Completion
- of foundation
- degree,
- evidence
- from NMC
- register.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of and the ability
- to work effectively as a team
- player under appropriate
- supervision, and as part of a
- multi-disciplinary team.
-
- Ability to work independently
- with a delegated caseload,
- use initiative whilst
- understanding limits of scope.
-
- Experience of providing and
- receiving complex, sensitive
- information.
-
- Insight into how to evaluate
- own strengths and
- development needs, seeking
- advice where appropriate.
-
- Conducts clinical tasks within
- Nursing Associate scope of
- practice to a high level of
- competency.
-
- Ability to support the
- development of less
- experienced staff.
Desirable
- Line manages and
- supervises day to
- day activity of
- support workers.
-
- Provides clinical
- supervision for less
- experienced staff
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Creates and fosters a culture of openness, honesty, integrity, and inclusiveness.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload.
- 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 develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues.
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.
- 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.
- Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
- Commits to maintaining personal development and meeting requirements of revalidation.
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
- Understands the requirements for professional Revalidation.
- To have an understanding of and uphold at all times Livewell Southwests Values of being Kind, Respectful, Inclusive, Ambitious, Responsible and Collaborative
- Understanding of evidence-based practice.
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice.
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
- Intermediate IT skills
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing
- Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate
- on the NMC register.
- Level 5 Foundation Degree
- Nursing Associate
-
- GCSEs Grade A-C (Grades
- 4-7) in Maths and English or
- Functional Skills level 2 in
- Maths and English.
Desirable
- Completion
- of foundation
- degree,
- evidence
- from NMC
- register.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of and the ability
- to work effectively as a team
- player under appropriate
- supervision, and as part of a
- multi-disciplinary team.
-
- Ability to work independently
- with a delegated caseload,
- use initiative whilst
- understanding limits of scope.
-
- Experience of providing and
- receiving complex, sensitive
- information.
-
- Insight into how to evaluate
- own strengths and
- development needs, seeking
- advice where appropriate.
-
- Conducts clinical tasks within
- Nursing Associate scope of
- practice to a high level of
- competency.
-
- Ability to support the
- development of less
- experienced staff.
Desirable
- Line manages and
- supervises day to
- day activity of
- support workers.
-
- Provides clinical
- supervision for less
- experienced staff
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Creates and fosters a culture of openness, honesty, integrity, and inclusiveness.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload.
- 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 develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues.
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.
- 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.
- Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
- Commits to maintaining personal development and meeting requirements of revalidation.
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
