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Band 4 Nurse Associate Podiatry Theatres
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 19 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2451826
Job summary
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nursing Associate to join our established Podiatry Theatre Team at Chelmsley Wood Primary Care Centre.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective care for patients undergoing podiatric surgical procedures. You will work closely with Podiatrists, Nurses, Theatre Support Workers and Administrative Staff to ensure patients receive an excellent experience throughout their surgical journey.
This role is ideal for a compassionate and organised Nursing Associate who enjoys working in a theatre environment and is committed to delivering outstanding patient-centred care.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will:
Assist in the assessment, admission and preparation of patients for podiatric surgical procedures.
Deliver high-quality care under the direction of registered practitioners.
Support patients before, during and after surgery.
Assist with monitoring and documenting patient observations.
Maintain accurate patient records and ensure documentation is completed in line with local policies.
Support infection prevention and control practices within the theatre environment.
Assist with theatre preparation, stock management and equipment checks.
Participate in decontamination processes and safe handling of surgical instruments.
Recognise and escalate changes in a patient's condition appropriately.
Provide reassurance, advice and health education to patients and their relatives/carers.
Contribute to service improvement initiatives, audits and quality assurance activities.
Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient running of theatre lists.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-9018755
Job locations
Solihull Hospital
Lode Ln
Solihull
West Midlands
B91 2JL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English.
- *Educated to a minimum of Level 5 Foundation degree level specific to nursing associate practice.
- *Nursing Associate apprentices must have completed and passed the End Point Assessment.
- *NMC Registered Nursing Associate.
Experience
Essential
- *Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team working.
- *Demonstrable understanding of:
- a)Being an accountable professional and revalidation requirements
- b)Promoting health and preventing ill health
- c)Providing monitoring care in the practice setting applied for
- d)Improving safety and quality of care
- e)Contributing to integrated care.
- *Demonstrable knowledge/experience of application of how to apply a variety of communication skills to practice and can relate this to relationship management across health care professionals.
- *Experience of managing / prioritising own case load / workload, using initiative.
- *Competent in a range of clinical skills and practices relevant to the scope of practice required.
- *Experience and demonstrable understanding of responsibilities for delegation and supervision.
- *Clear demonstrable understanding of the scope of practice of the role of the registered Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation.
- *Understanding of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity, can relate this to the speciality / role.
- *Knowledge of principles of Health and Safety and can apply this to the role / speciality.
- *Willingness to take on new skills and develop scope of practice.
- *Can articulate an understanding of the importance of following Policy / Procedure, guidelines and care and treatment plans.
Desirable
- *Experience of Clinical Audit
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Practices in a way which demonstrates Trust values.
- a)Kind
- b)Connected
- c)Bold
- *Ability to adapt behaviour to changing circumstances.
- *Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- *Caring and approachable
- *Ability to communicate articulately and motivate others.
- *Flexible, Dependable and Punctual
- *Willingness to work a range of shift patterns to cover service requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English.
- *Educated to a minimum of Level 5 Foundation degree level specific to nursing associate practice.
- *Nursing Associate apprentices must have completed and passed the End Point Assessment.
- *NMC Registered Nursing Associate.
Experience
Essential
- *Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team working.
- *Demonstrable understanding of:
- a)Being an accountable professional and revalidation requirements
- b)Promoting health and preventing ill health
- c)Providing monitoring care in the practice setting applied for
- d)Improving safety and quality of care
- e)Contributing to integrated care.
- *Demonstrable knowledge/experience of application of how to apply a variety of communication skills to practice and can relate this to relationship management across health care professionals.
- *Experience of managing / prioritising own case load / workload, using initiative.
- *Competent in a range of clinical skills and practices relevant to the scope of practice required.
- *Experience and demonstrable understanding of responsibilities for delegation and supervision.
- *Clear demonstrable understanding of the scope of practice of the role of the registered Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation.
- *Understanding of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity, can relate this to the speciality / role.
- *Knowledge of principles of Health and Safety and can apply this to the role / speciality.
- *Willingness to take on new skills and develop scope of practice.
- *Can articulate an understanding of the importance of following Policy / Procedure, guidelines and care and treatment plans.
Desirable
- *Experience of Clinical Audit
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Practices in a way which demonstrates Trust values.
- a)Kind
- b)Connected
- c)Bold
- *Ability to adapt behaviour to changing circumstances.
- *Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- *Caring and approachable
- *Ability to communicate articulately and motivate others.
- *Flexible, Dependable and Punctual
- *Willingness to work a range of shift patterns to cover service requirements.
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
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Solihull Hospital
Lode Ln
Solihull
West Midlands
B91 2JL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Solihull Hospital
Lode Ln
Solihull
West Midlands
B91 2JL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)