Job summary

This post is for 4 evenings per weekx 4 hours per evening 19:00-23:00

We are currently recruiting for an Out of Hours experience Band 5 Community Nurse to join our busy yet rewarding team.

We are seeking to recruit someone with previous experience of working in a Community Nursing team who can provide leadership and support to develop staff to reach their full potential.

The Out of Hours District Nursing team works overnight from 19:00 pm to 7:00am. This Post is for 8 x 4 hrs 19:00-23:00 Hours aweek.This will be different nights and can be discussed at interview.

We believe in care that treats the whole person, not just the condition. We enable patients to stay at home longer and leave hospitals faster. Our community nurses work closely with members of the wider multi-disciplinary teams, including our GP's, local hospices, complex care nurses, health and social care coordinators, specialist nurses and therapist colleagues.

"Please note: This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current UK immigration rules. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK."

Main duties of the job

• To work in conjunction with the Clinical/Team Leader, Community Nursing Band 6 and all staff within the team,to holistically assess the needs of patients andcarers, and to work in partnership with the patient and family to plan, implement and evaluate programmes of nursing care.
• To be able to undertake first visits and take any immediate action, reporting back to the Clinical/Team Leader,Community Nursing Band 6 and Community Matron for further discussion and/or assessment.
• To establish working relationships with other professionals and voluntary agencies to achieve health aims.
• To undertake practice assessor and supervisor training support students and new staff to the service.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£33,677 to £40,996 a year per annum, pro rata (Incl. of HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

371-CHS1264-B

Job locations

St Marks Hospital, 112 St Marks Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 6DU

112 St Marks Road

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

• Experience Band 5 Community Nurse with all competencies.

• To work bank holidays/weekends or unsocial hours to meet the needs of the service.

• Reasonable level of fitnessrequired.

• Good Communicational and Interpersonal Skills

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedont hesitate to call: SaiyadAllymamod 07930914721 or email [email protected] whollbe delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: Experience Band 5 Community Nurse with all competencies. To work bank holidays/weekends or unsocial hours to meet the needs of the service. Reasonable level of fitnessrequired. Good Communicational and Interpersonal Skills For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedont hesitate to call: SaiyadAllymamod 07930914721 or email [email protected] whollbe delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

• Registered General Nurse (RGN)
• NMC Registration

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development

Previous Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of excellent communication skills which promote two-way communication and help to establish collaborative team working and patient centred care.
• Uphold the Trust's values of being caring, committed and working as team through demonstrable examples and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Proficient use of digital tools and applications including Word, Outlook and patient management systems.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel between multiple Trust sites and non-Trust locations, including patient homes, some of which may not be easily accessible via public transport.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential Registered General Nurse (RGN) NMC Registration Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of continuing professional development Previous Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of excellent communication skills which promote two-way communication and help to establish collaborative team working and patient centred care. Uphold the Trust's values of being caring, committed and working as team through demonstrable examples and experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Proficient use of digital tools and applications including Word, Outlook and patient management systems. Additional Requirements Essential Ability to travel between multiple Trust sites and non-Trust locations, including patient homes, some of which may not be easily accessible via public transport.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Marks Hospital, 112 St Marks Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 6DU

112 St Marks Road

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Marks Hospital, 112 St Marks Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 6DU

112 St Marks Road

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for a qualified Level 3 part-time Nursery Nurse to join our team.

Kiddies Cabin Day Nursery, located within Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, is looking for aLevel 3 qualified part-time Nursery Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team.

We are open Monday to Friday, from 7:30 to 18:00, closed on bank holidays and during the Christmas and New Year period. This role will be 15 hours per week across two days at 7.5 hours per day.

We pride ourselves on providing a positive, nurturing environment where children can learn, develop and thrive.

Youwill be responsible for a group of children, providing daily care, activities, and completing developmental reviews. You will support children from 6 months to reception age, ensuring high standards of care and learning in a safe, stimulating environment, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage

You will support and inspire children to become independent, creative, and confident individuals. By planning engaging and stimulating activities, you will help children achieve their full potential. Also building strong relationships with parents is essential.

You will also maintain a positive, caring approach, contribute creative ideas, and work collaboratively within the team and bring experience in working with children with special needs, working closely with the nursery team and the area SENCO to provide the best support.

Main duties of the job

• Encouraging all areas of the children's development within Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with theappropriate activities, play opportunities and actions through imaginative play and innovative programming.

• Compiling andmaintainingdevelopment records on children and report to the Team Leader at agreed intervals.

• Providing a stimulating, friendly and caring environmentat all times.

• Demonstrating good practice with regards to special needs and inclusion, working with the nursery and area SENCO asappropriate.

• Being a key carer carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a small group of children and their families.

• Working with Early Years and other professional teams to continuously improve the quality of childcare and education and to learn about current developments in childcare practice and policy.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details

Date posted

29 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£27,106 to £28,850 a year per annum, pro rata (Incl of HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

371-TAP-CS404

Job locations

Nursery Kiddies Cabin

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

• NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the qualification finder section of www.education.gov.uk
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed

We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.

Werecommitted to equal opportunitiesand welcomeapplications fromall sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected inour accreditations:Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedonthesitate to call:Leigh Kelly, Nursery Manager [email protected] delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submityour application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the qualification finder section of www.education.gov.uk An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Werecommitted to equal opportunitiesand welcomeapplications fromall sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected inour accreditations:Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedonthesitate to call:Leigh Kelly, Nursery Manager [email protected] delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submityour application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications /Training

Essential

• NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the 'qualification finder' section of www.education.gov.uk
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• As stated in the EYFS, a good standard of written and spoken English. Also able to read and understand English such as to follow instructions or interpret a policy
• A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection and appropriate protocol

Desirable

• Paediatric First Aid Certificate
• Food Hygiene Certificate

Previous Experience

Essential

• Experience of any work which demonstrates the skills required for the post
• Experience of team work
• Previous relevant work in childcare

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Good communication skills
• An understanding of the role of the Key Person
• Knowledge of inclusive practice

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Flexible approach to hours which includes a willingness to attend meetings, training and nursery events as appropriate

Person Specification Education/Qualifications /Training Essential NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the 'qualification finder' section of www.education.gov.uk An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Continuous Professional Development Essential As stated in the EYFS, a good standard of written and spoken English. Also able to read and understand English such as to follow instructions or interpret a policy A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection and appropriate protocol Desirable Paediatric First Aid Certificate Food Hygiene Certificate Previous Experience Essential Experience of any work which demonstrates the skills required for the post Experience of team work Previous relevant work in childcare Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Good communication skills An understanding of the role of the Key Person Knowledge of inclusive practice Additional Requirements Essential Flexible approach to hours which includes a willingness to attend meetings, training and nursery events as appropriate

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Nursery Kiddies Cabin

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Nursery Kiddies Cabin

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you an experienced mental health leader looking for an opportunity to make a real difference across inpatient services? We are looking for an inspirational and compassionate Service Manager to provide clinical and operational leadership across our Mental Health Inpatient Wards.

Reporting to the Head of Service Inpatients, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our wards deliver safe, high-quality, responsive and person-centred care for people with severe and complex mental health needs. You will provide visible leadership to Ward Managers and multidisciplinary teams, supporting a culture of excellence, recovery, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Working as part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will contribute to clinical governance, service transformation and strategic planning, while ensuring services meet local and national standards, quality indicators and regulatory requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of inpatient mental health care, strengthen partnership working across the wider system and enhance the experience and outcomes of service users and their families.

If you are an innovative leader who can inspire teams, navigate complexity and turn strategic ambitions into high-quality care, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Provide compassionate clinical and operational leadership for Mental Health Inpatient Wards including line management of Ward Managers
• Work with the Head of Service, Senior Leadership Team and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care
• Ensure inpatient services work effectively as part of Berkshire's wider Mental Health Services developing pathways and strong partnership working with community and system partners
• Lead clinical governance, quality improvement, risk management and regulatory compliance ensuring achievement of national and local standards

• Promote recovery-focused practice, patient choice, clinical excellence and positive service-user and family experience
• Support the strategic development, transformation and integration of inpatient services in line with local and national priorities
• Lead workforce development, supporting recruitment, retention, engagement and effective use of resources
• Champion patient and public involvement, ensuring service-user and family voices shape service development
• Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders providing expert advice on clinical management and practice
• Support 24/7 duty management and on-call arrangements for Prospect Park Hospital
• Keep the Head of Service informed of emerging clinical, workforce and operational issues deputising as required
• Promote a culture of quality, safety, dignity, recovery and continuous improvement across the service

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Job summary

Qualified Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - School Nurse, term time only, School Nursing - Reading

A Monday - Thursday 9am-5pm term time only (39 weeks) working pattern is just one of the attractions this opportunity provides. We are looking to recruit a qualified Band 6 School Nurse to work as part of the 0-19 team in Reading working closely alongside our Health Visiting colleagues. You will be an enthusiastic and qualified school nurse, with a warm personality and great people skills. Willing to undertake relevant training, you will have leadership experience and be able to demonstrate innovative practice.

This will entail working within the Reading area, delivering core and targeted services to children aged 5-19 and their families. The perfect candidate will have the ability to work with other teams and agencies and have a real passion for working with children/young people and families whilst being able to adapt to continuing development and change.

Main duties of the job

About the Job

• Delivering school drop in sessions to a defined number of targeted schools including both primary and senior schools.
• To manage and organise a defined caseload independently, addressing the health needs of children according to evidence based practice.
• To undertake in depth health assessments for Children in Care, children who are subject to a Child Protection Plan and vulnerable children and work according the Berkshire LSCB Policies and Procedures as required.
• To ensure the most effective use of human and physical resources within the team by appropriate delegation of work and use/application of resources.
• To provide targeted health interventions to children and young people with identified health needs.
• To exercise leadership, judgment, and management to ensure excellent clinical practice, maintaining high standards of care.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Job summary

Berkshire Healthcare is developing an innovative Assertive Outreach service to provide intensive, flexible and compassionate support to people living with severe and enduring mental health conditions who find it difficult to engage with traditional services. To support this, we are looking for a Specialist Staff Nurse.

This is an exciting Band 7 opportunity to join a newly established specialist multidisciplinary team and play a key role in leading and shaping how Assertive Outreach is delivered across Berkshire. Working from either our Reading or Slough hub, you will support individuals with complex needs, helping them remain engaged with services, avoid crisis and admission, and achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.

Location: Prospect House, Reading OR New Horizons, Slough

We have two full time posts available

Main duties of the job

As a Specialist Staff Nurse, you will:

• Manage a protected caseload of individuals with complex mental health needs, significant risk factors and multi-agency involvement.

• Deliver proactive and persistent outreach, including community visits and flexible engagement approaches.

• Develop collaborative care plans focused on recovery, relapse prevention and admission avoidance.

• Work closely with carers, families and partner agencies including housing, social care, primary care, police and voluntary services.

• Act as an expert practitioner within the multidisciplinary team, providing clinical leadership, supervision and specialist advice.

• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and the implementation of innovative approaches to engagement and care.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Job summary

We are looking for a Specialist Public Health Nurse for Children and Young People who is passionate about improving the health wellbeing of Children and young People in Care.

The Specialist Public Health Nurse role will include:

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young people who are looked after by one of Berkshire's six local authorities? Are you looking for your next career step? Then we have an exciting opportunity for a Nurse for Children and Young People in Care within our Team.

You will have experience of working with vulnerable children, their Carers and the multiagency partners who strive to ensure the best outcomes for these children.

You will join us in striving to reach our vision for our children and young people in care to reach their full potential and to be happy, healthy and safe.

The position is based at Erlegh House, University of Reading and is 24 hours a week post.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake health assessments for children and young people in care aged 0 -17 years living within Berkshire and/or within the 20-mile radius of Berkshire.
• To assess and provide recommendations on plans of care for children and young people in care.
• To provide health promotion advice to children and young people in care and their carers on issues such as sexual health, contraception, smoking, diet, exercise and other relevant issues.
• To be responsible for a caseload as delegated by the Specialist Nurse for children and young people in care.
• To participate in the wider children and young people in care team training function regarding the health needs of children and young people in care in conjunction with the lead specialist nurse.
• In conjunction with the wider children and young people in care team, undertake audit, interpret data and use findings to enhance clinical practice.
• Contribute to Inter agency assessments and where appropriate, analysis of risk.
• When required, attend relevant meetings e.g. statutory review, professionals' meetings.
• Engage children on young people in care in feedback and engagement activities to inform service development.
• In conjunction with social care ensure that health recommendations following assessments are implemented.
• To contribute to and promote the achievement of key performance indicators.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with multi agency partners.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Job summary

Are you an experienced Children's Nurse looking for the next step in your leadership career? We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Team Lead for our Community Children's Nursing and Specialist School Nursing Team in East Berkshire.

Based at Upton Hospital, Slough, you will provide operational and clinical leadership to a dedicated team supporting children and young people with complex health needs across homes, schools, special schools and respite settings. This is an exciting opportunity to influence service development, support staff development and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary and multi-agency partners to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.

The role combines leadership, clinical expertise and service improvement, offering variety and the chance to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and their families.

Flexible working opportunities are available, with community-based working across East Berkshire and some potential for agile working where service needs allow.

Part time/ flexible working may be considered within core hours of 08:00-17:00, Monday to Friday.

Main duties of the job

• Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Community Children's Nursing and Specialist School Nursing Team across East Berkshire.
• Deliver and oversee high-quality nursing care for children and young people with complex and long-term health needs.
• Manage a small clinical caseload and support staff with complex clinical decision-making.
• Provide management supervision and annual appraisals for team members.
• Lead workforce planning, rota coordination and management of staff absence.
• Work closely with the Service Manager and Practice Development Leads to support service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Deliver competency-based clinical training and assessments for families, school staff and healthcare professionals.
• Support safeguarding processes and ensure compliance with clinical governance requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies to ensure coordinated, child-centred care.
• Contribute to audit, service evaluation and ongoing improvement of specialist children's services.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Job summary

Are you ready to take the next rewarding step in your nursing career?

Are you seeking a role that offers a flexible, term-time only schedule (Monday to Friday) with the added benefit of High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS)? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We are excited to offer a new opportunity within our expanding team for a Specialist School Nurse. This role is ideal for a passionate and dedicated professional who is committed to supporting children and young people (CYP) with complex needs and learning disabilities.

As part of our friendly and skilled community-based team, you will deliver high-quality nursing care to CYP across East Berkshire. Based primarily at Kennel Lane School in Bracknell, you will play a key role in providing a seamless and compassionate service to children, young people and their families.

This is a fixed-term position for the 2026/27 academic year and we are looking for someone who has ONE of the following qualifications; NMC-registered Children's Nurse OR Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nursing), OR Learning Disabilities Nurse.

This is a part-time role, with flexibility to work within core hours of 08:00-17:00, Monday to Friday.

Main duties of the job

• Lead the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of evidence-based nursing care in collaboration with the Community Children's Nursing (CCN) Team.

• Deliver training, mentoring and care planning for staff nurses, nursery nurses, support workers and school staff using competency-based training packages.

• Develop and maintain individualised care plans for pupils.

• Work closely with safeguarding and children-in-care teams, contributing to reports and attending relevant meetings.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details

Date posted

14 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£41,957 to £50,387 a year per annum , pro rata ( Incl of HCAS)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

39 weeks

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

371-TAP-CFS7931

Job locations

Kennel Lane School , Kennel Lane , Bracknell , Berkshire , RG42 2EX

Bracknell

RG42 2EX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Themust haves for this role:

• NMC-registeredChildrens Nurse, Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nursing), or Learning Disabilities Nurse.

• Strong communicationskills, with the ability to manage complex situations and liaise effectively with school communities and external agencies.

• Proven ability to work independently, manage a caseload, and use your initiative.

• Afull UK driving licenceand access to a vehicle for work purposes.

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedonthesitate to call:Kirsty Dobson on07825 976133or email:[email protected] delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities Themust haves for this role: NMC-registeredChildrens Nurse, Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nursing), or Learning Disabilities Nurse. Strong communicationskills, with the ability to manage complex situations and liaise effectively with school communities and external agencies. Proven ability to work independently, manage a caseload, and use your initiative. Afull UK driving licenceand access to a vehicle for work purposes. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedonthesitate to call:Kirsty Dobson on07825 976133or email:[email protected] delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

• NMC Registered Children's, SCPHN or Learning Disability Nursing qualification

Desirable

• Community degree
• Teaching Qualification

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Experience of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant post registration training/qualifications

Previous Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in working with children and young people who have complex health needs and an associated learning disability
• Safeguarding knowledge and experience

Desirable

• Community Paediatric Nursing experience
• Experience of working within a special school

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Paediatric clinical skills, e.g. management of gastrostomies
• High standard of clinical work
• Able to manage own caseload
• Effective time management skills and able to prioritise workload
• Able to manage junior staff and students
• Good understanding of IT skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously
• Excellent written communication skills
• Ability to assist and motivate others
• Good record keeping (in line with professional guidance).
• Excellent verbal communication skills incorporating communication with children\young people and their carers.
• Approachable, confident, empathetic, trustworthy, passionate about delivery of high quality nursing care.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Have the ability to travel around the geographical area to meet the business needs

Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential NMC Registered Children's, SCPHN or Learning Disability Nursing qualification Desirable Community degree Teaching Qualification Continuous Professional Development Essential Experience of continuous professional development Desirable Evidence of relevant post registration training/qualifications Previous Experience Essential Proven experience in working with children and young people who have complex health needs and an associated learning disability Safeguarding knowledge and experience Desirable Community Paediatric Nursing experience Experience of working within a special school Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Paediatric clinical skills, e.g. management of gastrostomies High standard of clinical work Able to manage own caseload Effective time management skills and able to prioritise workload Able to manage junior staff and students Good understanding of IT skills Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously Excellent written communication skills Ability to assist and motivate others Good record keeping (in line with professional guidance). Excellent verbal communication skills incorporating communication with children\young people and their carers. Approachable, confident, empathetic, trustworthy, passionate about delivery of high quality nursing care. Additional Requirements Essential Have the ability to travel around the geographical area to meet the business needs

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Kennel Lane School , Kennel Lane , Bracknell , Berkshire , RG42 2EX

Bracknell

RG42 2EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Kennel Lane School , Kennel Lane , Bracknell , Berkshire , RG42 2EX

Bracknell

RG42 2EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The post will involve working both day and night duties. This could predominantly be night duty depending on service cover. We are a dynamic and progressive community hospital setting and as a Band 5 Registered Nurse you work to support the Ward Sisters in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Experience in sub-acute medicine, rehabilitation, Neuro rehabilitation and palliative care would be an advantage however the opportunity to develop within these fields is actively encouraged and supported.

You will be supported in developing your clinical skills, supporting the Ward Sister and Junior staff on the ward.

Initiatives including RIO care records, Electronic Observations and Quality Improvement programmes are currently in progress within the Unit and your input with these will be encouraged within a supportive team.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of care needs, development and implementation of evidence-based programmes of care.
• The unit consists of two wards where staff members work together across both.
• Predominantly night duties, although expectation to work a combination of days and nights as service dictates
• To demonstrate clinical decision-making skills, displaying evidence-based practice
• To promote and maintain a high standard of individualised care by actively contributing to the planning, delivery and evaluation of care, ensuring that care plans are used effectively, adhered to and updated as the patient's condition dictates.
• To provide supportive, effective communication with patients, relatives and carers
• To assist senior staff in the day-to-day management of the ward and develop toward taking responsibility for the ward/ unit in the absence of a more senior member of staff. This will include maintaining a safe level of staffing on the wards and making appropriate decisions regarding admission and discharge of patients.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-CHS1355

Job locations

West Berkshire Community Hospital, London Road, Thatcham, Berkshire RG18 3AS

Thatcham

RG18 3AS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

• Experience with sub-acute medical and rehabilitation patient care.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain a high standard of individualised care
• Take responsibility for Case Management of Patients

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to call: Sarah Hopes on 01635273498 or Ruth Davey on 01635273550 or email : [email protected] or [email protected] who'll be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: Experience with sub-acute medical and rehabilitation patient care. Ability to work as part of a team. Ability to maintain a high standard of individualised care Take responsibility for Case Management of Patients For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to call: Sarah Hopes on 01635273498 or Ruth Davey on 01635273550 or email : [email protected] or [email protected] who'll be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• NMC Registration

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development

Previous Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of excellent communication skills which promote two-way communication and help to establish collaborative team working and patient centred care.
• Uphold the Trust's values of being caring, committed and working as team through demonstrable examples and experience.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Proficient use of digital tools and applications including Word, Outlook and patient management systems.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel to Trust sites as required.

Person Specification Education, qualifications or training Essential Registered Nurse NMC Registration Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of continuing professional development Previous Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of excellent communication skills which promote two-way communication and help to establish collaborative team working and patient centred care. Uphold the Trust's values of being caring, committed and working as team through demonstrable examples and experience. Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Proficient use of digital tools and applications including Word, Outlook and patient management systems. Additional Requirements Essential Ability to travel to Trust sites as required.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

West Berkshire Community Hospital, London Road, Thatcham, Berkshire RG18 3AS

Thatcham

RG18 3AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

West Berkshire Community Hospital, London Road, Thatcham, Berkshire RG18 3AS

Thatcham

RG18 3AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An exciting career opportunity has arisen for a Community Staff Nurse to join the West Berkshire Community Nursing team.

Within the community we are seeing more complex and acute patients than ever before, with increasingly specialist treatment and care being provided by highly skilled staff.

Working within our Community Nursing Team you will support, assess, and treat patients with a variety of health needs, delivering high quality, evidence-based practice. You will have a passion and enthusiasm to care for patients in their own homes.

The Community Nursing service offers care to patients in their own homes, 7 days a week, 08.30 - 19.00, inclusive of Bank Holidays.

The service has a wide range of skill mix from Band 3 Healthcare assistants, through to band 7 Community Matrons.

You will have a commitment to providing holistic care to patients in their own homes, be able to work on you own initiative and work well within a team. Key clinical skills include complex wound care, bladder & bowel management, palliative & end of life care, as well as medication administration.

You will receive support into the role through induction, training and beyond. There will be opportunities for personal development and career progression if desired.

Newly qualified or about to qualify this could the role for you.

Main duties of the job

• To work in conjunction with the Team Leader/ Community Nursing Band 6/ Community Matron and all staff within the team to holistically assess the needs of patients and carers, and to work in partnership with the patient and family to plan, implement and evaluate programmes of nursing care.
• To be able to undertake first visits and take any immediate action, reporting back to the Team Leader/Community Nursing Band 6/Community Matron for further discussion and/or assessment.
• To establish working relationships with other professionals and voluntary agencies to achieve health aims.
• To undertake practice assessor and supervisor training support students and new staff to the service.
• Provide care according to the available evidence of best practice and the support of others in the development of evidence based practice.
• To be actively involved in promoting self-care for patients and building Health Promotion into care.
• To develop and participate in planned teaching programmes for patients,
• To demonstrate knowledge and skills including assessment, reassessment, medication management, bladder bowel care, tissue viability, care, use and administration of treatment using specialist equipment, palliative care and symptom control, managing acute episodes of care, reducing hospital admissions.
• To provide care to people with long term conditions undertaking reviews in accordance with the individual patient care plan and with support of more experienced colleagues as required.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Community Nursing Team Lead to play a key role in the success of our Community Nursing Teams. This leadership post is for an NMC-registered nurse with a Specialist Practitioner Qualification (SPQ) who demonstrates the Trust's values and behaviours.

You will lead, develop and operationally manage a designated Community Nursing Team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, person-centred care across a seven-day service. This includes managing capacity, prioritising visits and responding effectively to service pressures.

The role involves supervising, supporting and developing staff, promoting interdisciplinary working, professional development and lifelong learning. Working closely with the Clinical Lead and stakeholders, you will support service integration, maintain CQC standards, manage delegated budgets, oversee recruitment and retention, and ensure compliance with policies, performance targets and contractual requirements.

You will demonstrate strong communication skills, sound clinical judgement and the ability to manage risk, investigate incidents and complaints, and embed learning across the service.

You will maintain your own clinical competencies, NMC registration and professional portfolio while providing visible clinical leadership to teams managing complex caseloads.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate community nurse leader committed to service improvement and outstanding care.

Main duties of the job

• Provide clinical and operational leadership for a Community Nursing Team, ensuring high standards of safe, person-centred care.
• Manage day-to-day service delivery, including capacity planning, prioritisation of visits, seven-day service cover, and escalation of risks or pressures.
• Lead, supervise and develop staff through appraisal, performance management, clinical supervision, education and training.
• Recruit, retain and support staff wellbeing, attendance, and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with CQC, organisational policies, clinical governance, safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management requirements.
• Manage delegated budgets, resources and staffing efficiently.
• Maintain effective communication within the team and with internal and external stakeholders, positively representing the service.
• Investigate complaints, incidents and serious incidents, identifying root causes, implementing improvements and sharing learning.
• Contribute to service improvement, quality assurance, audits, data reporting and strategic development of community nursing services.
• Maintain professional registration, clinical credibility and ongoing personal and professional development in line with NMC standards.
• Provide clinical leadership, support and guidance for complex caseloads, triage and evidence-based community nursing practice.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£51,657 to £58,785 a year per annum ( Incl of HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-CHS1327-A

Job locations

Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2RE

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

• NMC Registered Nurse
• District Nursing Specialist Practice Qualification. (DNSPQ).
• Extensive Community Nursing experience.
• Evidence of leadership and management of a nursing team
• Evidence of continuous professional development

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to call: Mark Phillips, Community Nursing Manager, on 07815485154 or email: [email protected] who'll be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: NMC Registered Nurse District Nursing Specialist Practice Qualification. (DNSPQ). Extensive Community Nursing experience. Evidence of leadership and management of a nursing team Evidence of continuous professional development For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to call: Mark Phillips, Community Nursing Manager, on 07815485154 or email: [email protected] who'll be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse
• District Nursing Specialist Practice Qualification. (DNSPQ).

Desirable

• Advanced History Taking and Community Nursing Prescriber (V100/150/300)
• Teaching qualification.

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Willingness to undertake further qualifications and develop expertise in identified areas

Previous Experience

Essential

• Extensive Community Nursing experience.
• Evidence of leadership and management of a nursing team
• Experience of coaching.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Demonstrates wider and current competencies in clinical skills transferable to community setting.
• Creative and innovative approach to service development
• Demonstrates flexibility to deal with the needs of unscheduled services and able to prioritise workloads and work under pressure
• Able to motivate self and teams to manage change
• Ability to support staff to undertake operational and clinical and duties implementing evidence based practice
• Ability to influence and problem solve
• Works collaboratively with their counterparts from teams in other provider organisations to develop a seamless service
• Highly visible, approachable and able to motivate others
• Ability to communicate at all levels; utilising effective written, oral and presentation skills
• Reinforces the need to view users holistically and promote self-care and independence
• Develops strong interpersonal relationships, ensuring that staff are given the opportunity to develop and grow into roles; promoting succession planning, to meet the needs of the service
• Applies policies and procedures effectively to manage risk
• Manage performance and attendance through the application of HR processes
• Participation and leading in audit
• Able to utilise IT and various media in order to support data collection and produce databases, spread sheets and reports

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Able to demonstrate recent innovative practice
• Able to work flexibly across service areas to enhance quality of service provision
• Valid full UK licence with confidence to drive during unsocial hours and in unusual environments with use of car for work
• Able to work bank Holidays, weekends and unsocial hours to meet service need

Person Specification Education, qualifications or training Essential NMC Registered Nurse District Nursing Specialist Practice Qualification. (DNSPQ). Desirable Advanced History Taking and Community Nursing Prescriber (V100/150/300) Teaching qualification. Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of continuous professional development Willingness to undertake further qualifications and develop expertise in identified areas Previous Experience Essential Extensive Community Nursing experience. Evidence of leadership and management of a nursing team Experience of coaching. Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Demonstrates wider and current competencies in clinical skills transferable to community setting. Creative and innovative approach to service development Demonstrates flexibility to deal with the needs of unscheduled services and able to prioritise workloads and work under pressure Able to motivate self and teams to manage change Ability to support staff to undertake operational and clinical and duties implementing evidence based practice Ability to influence and problem solve Works collaboratively with their counterparts from teams in other provider organisations to develop a seamless service Highly visible, approachable and able to motivate others Ability to communicate at all levels; utilising effective written, oral and presentation skills Reinforces the need to view users holistically and promote self-care and independence Develops strong interpersonal relationships, ensuring that staff are given the opportunity to develop and grow into roles; promoting succession planning, to meet the needs of the service Applies policies and procedures effectively to manage risk Manage performance and attendance through the application of HR processes Participation and leading in audit Able to utilise IT and various media in order to support data collection and produce databases, spread sheets and reports Additional Requirements Essential Able to demonstrate recent innovative practice Able to work flexibly across service areas to enhance quality of service provision Valid full UK licence with confidence to drive during unsocial hours and in unusual environments with use of car for work Able to work bank Holidays, weekends and unsocial hours to meet service need

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2RE

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2RE

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)