Nursing Associate (Wisteria Ward)
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 27/08/2026
- Closes
- 31/08/2026
Sponsorship verdict
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Role summary
This is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term position for a Qualified Nursing Associate specializing in eating disorders. The role involves providing nursing input to young people receiving inpatient treatment at Springfield University Hospital. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, manage a caseload, deliver therapeutic interventions, and provide therapeutic eating support. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in eating disorder treatment within a supportive environment.
Essential criteria
- Foundation Degree - or studying towards or equivalent level of educational attainment
- Completion of Care Certificate and acquired competencies
- English and Mathematics basic qualifications (eg GCSE at Grade C or above or evidence of Level 2 in Functional skills for numeracy and literacy)
- Experience & Knowledge
- and Knowledge Clinical experience minimum 1 year and experience of engaging with service users / patients
- Knowledge of treatment options.
Desirable criteria
- Experience in different clinical care settings
- Experience in supervision of staff
- Education & Qualifications
- Foundation Degree - or studying towards or equivalent level of educational attainment
- Completion of Care Certificate and acquired competencies
- English and Mathematics basic qualifications (eg GCSE at Grade C or above or evidence of Level 2 in Functional skills for numeracy and literacy)
- Experience & Knowledge
- and Knowledge Clinical experience minimum 1 year and experience of engaging with service users / patients
- Knowledge of treatment options.
- Experience in different clinical care settings
- Experience in supervision of staff
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £34,186 – £37,389 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 3d ago · Closes in 2d
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Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic Qualified Nursing Associate who would like to specialise in eating disorders and join our team. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time position, 12-month fixed term, starting September/October 2026.The postholder will provide nursing input to young people receiving inpatient treatment for eating disorders at Southwest London and St. George's Mental Health Trust.
The successful applicant will work alongside registered mental health nurses and other multidisciplinary team members. The applicant will work with a caseload of young people with eating disorders, join assessments, deliver therapeutic interventions, and work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Additionally, the role includes providing therapeutic eating support, continuous professional development, and collaborative work with other nursing staff, doctors, students, and other healthcare professionals.
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of eating disorder treatment within a supportive and dynamic environment.
Main duties of the job
o To provide nursing care to young people receiving eating disorder treatment at Springfield hospital. o To work collaboratively with the team in the management of eating disorders to the multidisciplinary teamo To provide therapeutic eating support to young people, carers and f
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