Community Staff Nurse Band 5 - Congleton and Holmes Chapel

OverviewThis is your opportunity to join a forward-looking community team, if you have previous experience in this area of nursing or if you are new to this specialty. The Community Nursing Team works as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team, caring for residents in Congleton and Holmes Chapel. We work in partnership with practice nurses and empower patients to deliver the lower leg wound pathway. We enable patients to manage their long-term conditions whilst remaining at home and preventing unnecessary admissions to hospital. Our work enables us to integrate with other services in the community including virtual wards and crisis response.

Congleton War Memorial Hospital is currently undergoing exciting changes and opportunities to link with the development of the community diagnostic centre.

Hours per week: 30 hours

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main dutiesThe successful candidate will have excellent, up to date clinical skills and be enthusiastic, motivated and able to work flexibly across our patch. It is expected that candidates will contribute to the on-going advancement of the team and will be rewarded with a friendly, supportive environment in which to develop. The nursing team is part of a wider care community in which we support Congleton and Holmes Chapel residents to live well. Experience is not necessary and enquiries are welcome from those interested. Informal visits are encouraged, especially from those currently working in the acute sector, who would like to see how community care works, first hand.

About usIt is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

DetailsDate posted: 05 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 209-A-25-7442457

Job location: Congleton War Memorial Hospital, Canal Road, Congleton, CW12 3AR

Job description and responsibilitiesPlease read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Download the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. Review the Trusts Careers webpage for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person SpecificationQualifications

Essential

Registered Nurse to degree/diploma level

Current registration with NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council)

Evidence of recent professional development in an up-to-date portfolio

Desirable

Non-medical prescriber

Teaching/Assessing qualification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Ability to assess clinical situations and act appropriately

Able to assess, plan and evaluate patient care, taking into account the needs and desires of the patient

Awareness of effects of ill health and the ageing process

Awareness of the principles and practice of SSKIN (Surface, Skin inspection, Keep moving, Incontinence, Nutrition)

Computer literacy including knowledge of Microsoft Office and use of email

Desirable

Leg ulcer assessment and management

Experience in palliative care, end of life care

Understanding of Gold Standard Framework

Diabetes care/management

Understanding or experience of managing patients with LTC (Long Term Care) needs

Experience

Essential

Recent experience in a comparable role or transferable skills

Knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in the area of practice

Experience developing care programmes for individuals or groups and providing advice

Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Experience using electronic patient/service user record systems

Professional communication with people at all levels

Compassionate with strong interpersonal skills, and empathetic

Desirable

Experience mentoring students or junior staff

Experience working in a multidisciplinary team

Community care delivery experience

Rehabilitation and interagency working experience

Other Role Requirements

Essential

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

Disclosures and SponsorshipDisclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary to submit for Disclosure to the DBS to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Guidance on overseas criminal records checks can be found here.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers website for more information.

Employer detailsEmployer name: East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address: Congleton War Memorial Hospital, Canal Road, Congleton, CW12 3AR

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