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York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Nursing Associate

The closing date is 15 February 2026

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Job summary

An opportunity has arisen to appoint a nursing associate to our team on Ward 27.

Ward 27 serves as an admission area for patients undergoing elective surgery on our York site. Our team ensure a safe and comprehensive admission prior to patients undertaking their surgical procedure. We offer support, dignity and respect to all patients and strive to give patients the best care in what can be a very anxious time.

Alongside our admission team we also provide a preassessment service both on the telephone and face to face.

The successful candidate would be predominantly working with the admission team but alsothe preassessment team on Ward 27.

If you are currently employed by the Trust and you wish to apply for this role on a secondment basis, please seek permission from your current line manager before applying for the post.

Main duties of the job

The Nursing Associate role within Admissions will be varied, working in all areas of the department.

From completing pre-assessment and admissions of patients, to assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

About us

Trust Information Pack:

https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

  • Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants

  • 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)

  • Agenerous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k)to support with relocation expensesfor hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully.If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.

  • A variety ofdifferent typesof paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave

  • Confidential advice and support on personal, work,familyand relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme

  • NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme

  • An extensive range of learning and development opportunities

  • Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring,cinemaand financefrom a rangeof providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Details

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

419-7749544-NA-SY

Job locations

York Hospital

Wiggington Road

York

YO31 8HE


Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Foundation Degree achieved through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
  • A minimum of C grade GCSE or equivalent, in English and Maths

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Two years previous experience working and communicating with the public in a health/social care/educational setting or gained through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team worked in and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
  • Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
  • Understanding of how to apply evidence based practice to ensure high quality care for patients
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Foundation Degree achieved through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
  • A minimum of C grade GCSE or equivalent, in English and Maths

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Two years previous experience working and communicating with the public in a health/social care/educational setting or gained through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team worked in and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
  • Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
  • Understanding of how to apply evidence based practice to ensure high quality care for patients

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

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York Hospital

Wiggington Road

York

YO31 8HE


Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York Hospital

Wiggington Road

York

YO31 8HE


Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Sister

Claire Jackson

Claire.jackson71@nhs.net

01723342870

Details

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

419-7749544-NA-SY

Job locations

York Hospital

Wiggington Road

York

YO31 8HE


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