Job summary
Our Graduate Nursing recruitment information event is designed to help you get answers to all your questions about working here, at HDFT while you are working towards getting your NMC pin for September 2026.
Please note our OSCE programme is closed.
Thursday 18th December - 3.30pm until 4.30pm
We will discuss Nursing roles in our Adult inpatient wards, Community Services, Emergency Department, ITU and Theatres.
You can:
- ask our friendly Senior Nurses what it is like to work at HDFT;
- hear about the training and development opportunities we have, including our Preceptorship programme;
- find out about the range of roles on offer at Harrogate District Hospital.
How to book
If you would like to attend the eventplease book your placein advance via email, hdft.careers@nhs.net.
Note - this event is not a job vacancy. Applications will not be considered for interview. Please apply for vacancies advertised.
Newly qualified Nurses should look for adverts including the title 'Graduate Nurse with Preceptorship.'
Main duties of the job
As a Trust we offer our Registered Nurses:
- Highly recommended Preceptorship Programme
- Access to clinical skills training in our Clinical Skills Lab and personal development courses
- First Line Leadership programme to help develop your leadership skills
- 4 weeks supernumerary (depending on experience)
- Mentor system to ensure you feel supported in your new role
- Band 6 and 7 development posts
- Support and guidance with revalidation
To keep up to date with all of our latest Recruitment activity here at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust follow us on Facebook: 'Team HDFT jobs - Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust' and Twitter: @HDFT_Careers.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out about nursing roles available at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust please contact hdft.careers@nhs.net.
Registered Nurse job summery
1) To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and to provide nursing care for patients. This requires detailed knowledge of equipment and specialised information on procedures undertaken in the clinical environment.
2) In consultation with senior staff, the post holder will help plan, co-ordinate, implement, and evaluate care for patients.
3) Maintain standards in accordance with ward /Trust policies and procedures and NMC code of conduct
4) Maintain a safe working environment, being aware of the necessity to comply with Health & Safety regulations and the Environmental Health Act, and to attend mandatory training courses.
5) Maintain safe custody of all drugs and medicines and when trained demonstrate the manipulation, dexterity and co-ordination of IV drugs.
6) To work unsupervised at times, using ward Protocols and Policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out about nursing roles available at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust please contact hdft.careers@nhs.net.
Registered Nurse job summery
1) To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and to provide nursing care for patients. This requires detailed knowledge of equipment and specialised information on procedures undertaken in the clinical environment.
2) In consultation with senior staff, the post holder will help plan, co-ordinate, implement, and evaluate care for patients.
3) Maintain standards in accordance with ward /Trust policies and procedures and NMC code of conduct
4) Maintain a safe working environment, being aware of the necessity to comply with Health & Safety regulations and the Environmental Health Act, and to attend mandatory training courses.
5) Maintain safe custody of all drugs and medicines and when trained demonstrate the manipulation, dexterity and co-ordination of IV drugs.
6) To work unsupervised at times, using ward Protocols and Policies.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Graduating from a University Course which provides Adult NMC registration in early 2025
Desirable
- Pre-registration clinical experience
Experience
Essential
- Pre-registration clinical experience
Desirable
- Post registration clinical experience
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Graduating from a University Course which provides Adult NMC registration in early 2025
Desirable
- Pre-registration clinical experience
Experience
Essential
- Pre-registration clinical experience
Desirable
- Post registration clinical experience
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
