Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Nursing Associate to join our friendly, skilled team on the ENT, Maxillofacial, and Elective Surgery ward. Where we are committed to supporting your professional development in a welcoming environment that values continuous learning. We are looking to appoint highly motivated Nursing Associates with a passion for delivering safe, high-quality care to patients in a hospital setting. Youll be adaptable and versatile working in a fast-paced surgical ward. You must be a strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a positive outlook where youll help us deliver high-quality, compassionate care every day and be constructive towards change. We have a vacancy for a part-time Nursing Associate with flexible working opportunities available. Applications are welcomed from both newly qualified and experienced Nursing Associates.
Main duties of the job
The Nursing Associate plays a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care in collaboration with the wider multidisciplinary team. Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Nursing Associate will contribute to the delivery of safe, compassionate care that promotes health, independence, and wellbeing in line with Trust values and behaviours. As an accountable professional, the post holder will carry out specific clinical tasks within their defined scope of practice, following an individuals plan of care while escalating concerns as appropriate. You will deliver care without direct supervision and take responsibility as the prime care provider for a group of patients and at all times promote confidence in our commitment to provide excellent compassionate patient care.
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, car lease and home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
000652
Job locations
Pinderfields Hospital
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 4DG
Employer details
Employer name
The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Address
Pinderfields Hospital
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 4DG
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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