Job summary
We are delighted to offer this internal opportunity for a Registered Nurse looking to further develop their skills within specialist palliative and end of life care. Working within our Community Team, you'll have the opportunity to broaden your clinical experience, develop specialist knowledge and play a key role in supporting patients and families across our community services.
Main duties of the job
As a Community Staff Nurse, you'll work alongside our experienced Community Nurse Specialists and wider multidisciplinary team, providing holistic, person-centred care to patients with life-limiting illnesses. You'll gain valuable experience in assessment, symptom management, advance care planning and community-based palliative care, whilst receiving support and guidance from experienced colleagues committed to your professional development.
About us
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a nurse who enjoys autonomous practice, values compassionate care and is interested in developing a career within community nursing, palliative care or specialist services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
COMMUNITY STAFF NURSE | Band 5 | £16.40 - £19.97 per hour
Part Time: Working 30 hours per week Monday to Friday
Contract: 6 months fixed term
Location: Community-based
ABOUT THE BENEFITS
Dorothy House is an incredible place to work. Some of our benefits include:
WHAT WILL THE ROLE INVOLVE?
As a Community Staff Nurse, you will work as part of our specialist community palliative care team, supporting patients and families across our community services. Your responsibilities will include:
See our full detailed Job Description on our website for more information.
If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application. Please note that our vacancies can close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage early submission of your application.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews for this role will be held at the beginning of November 2026.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- * First Level Registered Nurse with a relevant post-basic qualification
- * Evidence of continued professional development
- * Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle
Experience
Essential
- * Clinical experience at Band 5 level or equivalent
- * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly when supporting patients with complex care needs
- * Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- * A compassionate and supportive approach to caring for patients and families during their end-of-life journey
Desirable
- * Experience managing a caseload independently within a relevant clinical specialty
- * Knowledge of palliative and end of life care principles
- * ENB 998 or equivalent experience in teaching
- * Research or audit experience
- * Community nursing experience or a relevant community-based qualification
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
Dorothy House Hospice
Address
Winsley, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2LE
Winsley
BA15 2LE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Community Staff Nurse employer: Dorothy House Hospice
Dorothy House is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a supportive work culture, extensive training opportunities, and generous benefits including up to 33 days of annual leave, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in patient care while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance. Located in a compassionate environment, this role as a Senior Healthcare Assistant allows you to develop your clinical skills and take on added responsibilities, all while being part of a dedicated team committed to high-quality, person-centred care.
