Assistant Practitioner
The closing date is 19 February 2026
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join our Renal Unit as an Assistant Practitioner.
The Assistant Practitioner plays a vital role within the Renal Unit, working as a skilled and valued member of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. This role requires a strong foundation in renal practice, technical competence, and the confidence to work independently within defined protocols, while knowing when to escalate concerns appropriately.
You will support patients across their dialysis journey, undertaking clinical tasks, monitoring patient observations, preparing and maintaining dialysis equipment, and ensuring safety, dignity, and compassion at all times. Attention to detail, resilience, and excellent communication skills are essential, as our patients often attend long-term and build strong therapeutic relationships with staff.
We value Assistant Practitioners who are motivated, reliable, and committed to continuous learning. In return, we offer a supportive, specialist environment where your expertise is recognised, your contribution truly matters, and you can take pride in making a meaningful difference to patients living with chronic kidney disease every day.
Main duties of the job
To provide high quality care for patients within a multidisciplinary framework, responsible for contributing skills and tasks across multi-professional boundaries. Being accountable to heads of professions within the renal setting, according to an agreed range of skills.
About us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Details
Date posted
05 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
177-EMER-7756685
Job locations
James Paget University Hospitals
Lowestoft Road
Gorleston
NR31 6LA
Employer details
Employer name
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
James Paget University Hospitals
Lowestoft Road
Gorleston
NR31 6LA
Employer's website
https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Renal Unit Nurse Manager/Senior Sister
Sheeja Nirappel Thomas
sheeja.nirappel-thomas@jpaget.nhs.uk
01493453638
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