Job summary
Fixed-Term Maternity Cover 12 Months (Starting June 2026)
Beechcroft & Old Palace Surgery are seeking a capable and highly motivated Practice Nurse to join our team. We are looking for a nurse with enthusiasm, commitment, and good communication skills to join our loyal and well-established nursing and multi-disciplinary team delivering care.
Main duties of the job
To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients working alongside the healthcare team. Support and promote the aims and ethos of the practice.
Management of chronic diseases from diagnosis, monitoring and development of individual care plans, agreeing where appropriate with the patient and other health care professionals.
Experience in childhood immunisations and cervical screening desirable.
About us
At The Coastal Partnership, we are committed to empowering you to achieve your full potential, instilling confidence in your patient care and pride in your outcomes. While we are proud of our CQC good rating, we are constantly evolving to better serve our community. We are seeking individuals who share our vision for delivering high-quality primary care, regardless of where they are in their career journey. Led by our Partners and Business Manager and supported by a strong management team, of which you will be part, our partnership operates across seven locations spanning three PCNs. We cater to a diverse range of demographics, from villages to towns and cities. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare delivery.
This is a part-time, 12-month fixed-term maternity cover position commencing in June 2026. The role is for 28.5 hours per week, worked over four days, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
We offer 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays
NHS Pension Scheme
Long Service Recognition Scheme
Please note that this position may close
earlier than the stated deadline if a satisfactory number of applications are
received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC.
Able to work in a changing environment
Chronic disease management, ensuring care plans are updated and regularly reviewed
Diabetes
COPD/Asthma
Cervical Cytology
To work independently using own initiative and is accountable for own professional actions.
Ability to work under pressure and use own judgment, resourcefulness.
Influenza, Pneunococcal, shingles and pertussis in pregnancy vaccinations
Job description
Job responsibilities
Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC.
Able to work in a changing environment
Chronic disease management, ensuring care plans are updated and regularly reviewed
Diabetes
COPD/Asthma
Cervical Cytology
To work independently using own initiative and is accountable for own professional actions.
Ability to work under pressure and use own judgment, resourcefulness.
Influenza, Pneunococcal, shingles and pertussis in pregnancy vaccinations
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within a nursing team
- Knowledge and understanding of general responsibilities to patient information and record keeping
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP Practice
- At least 1 year post qualification experience
Experience
Essential
- Registered adult nurse on the NMC register without restrictions.
Desirable
- Qualification in Asthma/COPD
- Non Medical prescribing qualification
- Cervical Cytology sample takers registration
Additional
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexible individual who can adapt to business needs
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within a nursing team
- Knowledge and understanding of general responsibilities to patient information and record keeping
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP Practice
- At least 1 year post qualification experience
Experience
Essential
- Registered adult nurse on the NMC register without restrictions.
Desirable
- Qualification in Asthma/COPD
- Non Medical prescribing qualification
- Cervical Cytology sample takers registration
Additional
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexible individual who can adapt to business needs
Desirable
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
