Assistant Practitioner - Band 4
| Posting date: | 11 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £25,200.00 to £27,825.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £25200.00 - £27825.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 June 2025 |
| Location: | Swindon, SN25 4AN |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0279-25-1046 |
Summary
As a Assistant Practitioner Band 4 we value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated: Competitive Pay & Pension: Enjoy a Band 4 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits. Professional Growth: Join ourStrive for Betternetworks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide to share insights and develop leading care practices. Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and premium offers at national supermarkets, well-known retailers, and indulgent treats like Virgin Experience Days through our Reward Gateway. Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, offering access to counselors, career coaching, legal advice, and more. Flexible Pay Options: Use Wagestream to track your earnings and access your wages as you need them, without worrying about high-interest loans or overdrafts. Learning & Development: Advance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, who collaborate with universities and Health Education England. Access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities to help you grow. Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas to improve services, and stay informed through regular updates from our leadership team. Essential: Registered Nursing Associate with NMC (or working toward required qualifications, including the foundation degree). Holds GCSEs (AC) in English and Maths or equivalent Level 2 qualifications. Experienced in healthcare settings, working collaboratively under supervision. Confident managing varying workloads and responding to patient needs sensitively. Understands the limits of own role and actively engages in ongoing professional development. Aware of how the Nursing Associate role fits within the wider team and contributes to service improvements. Committed to upholding NMC Code and professional standards. Knows when to seek guidance and escalate concerns appropriately. Communicates clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and colleagues. Proficient in IT and clinical systems. Competent in safe medication administration in line with Trust policy. Supports and guides trainees, students, and healthcare assistants when required. Enthusiastic about delivering high-quality, safe care. Works independently with a proactive and professional approach. Desirable: The Care Certificate. Level 3 Health related qualification Previous experience of working within an Acute health / care setting. Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff. Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and improvement methodology. Able to provide a portfolio of learning in relation to knowledge & experience acquired whilst completing Trainee Nursing Associate programme. Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning. Other requirements: Willingness to work across different Trust areas as required. Valid UK driving license with access to a vehicle for work purposes. Please see attached job description for a full list of responsibilities