The closing date is 7th Sep 2026
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Job summary
To support the Outpatients Department in delivering a high-quality, efficient and cost-effective service by providing safe, patient-centred care in line with Trust policies, procedures and NMC standards.
Demonstrates clinical knowledge across a range of specialties, communicates effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams, and contributes to continuous service improvement.
Works collaboratively to supervise, support and develop staff and students, manages resources responsibly, maintains confidentiality at all times, and promotes a clean, safe and welcoming environment where patients, carers and colleagues are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.
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Main duties, tasks & skills required
To provide and maintain a high standard of evidence based, patient centred care. To demonstrate good interpersonal skills and to develop practical skills required within the speciality, whist reflecting the philosophy of care.
To deliver patient care on a daily basis, using the systems in place in the department for a multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred care delivery, which builds on the philosophy of greater involvement of patients and their relatives/carers by using the Trusts patient and public involvement strategy.
Experienced Band 5 post holders will also provide effective clinical and managerial leadership of the department, in the absence of the senior members of the team, which empowers staff to deliver patient- centred, evidence based nursing care.
For a comprehensive list of main duties and responsibilities of this role please refer to Job Description.
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About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
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Job description
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
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Person specification
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Qualifications
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Essential
NMC registration
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Desirable
Student practice supervisor and/or practice assessor qualification and experience
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Experience
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Essential
Evidence of ongoing professional development
Knowledge of IT
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Desirable
Experience of working in the Outpatients setting
Minimum 18 months experience
Wound care knowledge
Assisting skin surgery
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Additional Criteria
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Essential
Good interpersonal skills
Uses own initiative
Professional
Effective written and verbal communication
Able to work under pressure
Resiliant
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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.
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UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
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For help with your application, contact:
Elizabeth Caswell
[email protected]
01935384269
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Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
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Band
Band 5
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Salary
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£32073.00 to £39043.00 Yearly
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Contract
Permanent
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Working pattern
Full-Time
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Reference number
184-OL-OR-5681
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Job locations
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
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