Job summary
This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups. The Macclesfield Care Community in East Cheshire NHS Trust are looking for an experienced Community Staff Nurse to undertake a 12 month secondment to work towards becoming a Community Caseload Holder. Successful candidates will be supported in clinical practice by CNSP Practice Assessors to work towards the competencies required to become effective Community Caseload Holders and apply for the Specialist Practitioner programme for District Nursing/Community Nurse Practitioner Programme. We’re based at Waters Green Medical Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to join our innovative team to drive forward the expansion and modernisation of community nursing service with commitment to deliver the NHS Long Term Plan. The successful candidate will work closely with the therapy team, ACPs and GPs within the centre. Travel is an essential part of this role. Please demonstrate on your application how you would meet this requirement. Candidates who don’t currently have the V150 prescribing qualification may be considered and are encouraged to apply. Hours per week: 30
Main duties of the job
- To provide holistic, high quality, safe and skilled health and social care / support to patients, carers and their families
- To work closely with members of the Integrated Care Team to provide rapid and planned expert professional assessment and treatment interventions for patients in their own homes or other community settings, putting patients at the centre of their care and enabling patients to maximise their independence, health and wellbeing and remain in their own homes for as long as possible
- To be responsible / manage individual and team caseload of patients and carry continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of care programmes.
- To provide leadership and support across the care community team demonstrating emotional intelligence to recognise pressures of self and team.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). For Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons. Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Details
Date posted: 20 October 2026Pay scheme: Agenda for changeBand: Band 6Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rataContract: SecondmentWorking pattern: Part-timeReference number: 209-A-26-8343582
Job responsibilities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you are applying for. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications – Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Specialist Nursing Practice (District Nursing) Degree or equivalent experience (and be willing to undertake/complete training within 2 years of commencing in post)
- Community Nurse Prescribing (V150)
- Mentor/Preceptor/998 or equivalent
Qualifications – Desirable
- Management/leadership Qualification
- Working towards MSc (Master of Science) in relevant subject
- Post registration qualifications eg palliative care, care of the elderly, wound care, continence or other relevant qualifications
- Clinical examination skills
Knowledge & Skills –
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