Job summary
- Main area
- .
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 374-ED2041
- Employer
- East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Eastbourne District General Hospital
- Town
- Eastbourne
- Salary
- £27,485 - £30,162 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 06/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Nursing Associate
NHS AfC: Band 4
We are proud to provide ‘Outstanding’ care and be a great place to work.
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £700 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people’s own homes.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as ‘Good’ overall, and ‘Outstanding’ for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated ‘Outstanding’ and Eastbourne DGH was rated ‘Good’ Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.
Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nursing Associate to join our General Outpatient team at Eastbourne hospital.
This is a full-time position for a qualified registered Nursing Associate, working in clinics across all the medical specialities and several of the surgical specialities within General Outpatients. It presents an opportunity to develop a wide range of skills and gain knowledge across a broad range of specialities, with the opportunity to specialise in areas of particular interest.
The core working hours are 4 days a week, from 8am - 6pm, flexibly rostered across Monday to Friday, with optional weekend working.
Main duties of the job
As an NMC‑registered practitioner, the Nursing Associate will work across outpatients to deliver safe, compassionate, person‑centred care while supporting the smooth and efficient running of clinics. They will contribute to the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care, using evidence‑based practice and following relevant local and national policies, protocols and guidance.
The Nursing Associate will delegate duties appropriately and support the development and supervision of junior staff, student nurses and trainee Nursing Associates. They will act with professionalism and integrity, serving as a positive role model and promoting equal opportunities. The role requires problem‑solving, a positive approach to challenges and the ability to encourage others.
They must understand individual patient needs, adapting care to ensure services are responsive and person‑centred. The role involves helping to create an inclusive environment where differences are valued and supported, and promoting a culture of honesty, learning and shared experiences.
The Nursing Associate will work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating clear and compassionate communication. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the service.
Working for our organisation
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care
- NMC Registration as a Nursing Associate
- Fully Completed Care Certificate
- GCSE Grade A-C English & Maths or Equivalent
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable criteria
- Have completed training or study in areas relevant to the role applied for, or be willing to undertake, for example: venepuncture, urethral catheterisation, leg ulcer dressings (depending on area of practice)
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience relevant to area of practice applied for
- Experience of working with patients & families from a range of cultures & backgrounds
- Experience of self-directed working and working as part of a team
- Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable criteria
- Have experience in more than one area of practice
- Other health care related experience
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Catherine Watsham
- Job title
- Matron
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0300 131 5838
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