Nursing Associate
Full-time · Permanent
Location: Ashton View, Wigan
Salary: £38,896 per annum (£17.00 per hour, based on a 44-hour week)
As part of a family-owned group with over 40 years of experience and 23 homes across the North West, Dovehaven prides itself on offering care with compassion, dignity and genuine person-centred values. Here, you’re not just another member of staff — you’re part of a team that is trusted, respected, and empowered to grow.
Your Role & Impact
As a Nursing Associate at Ashton View, you will:
- Support Registered Nurses and clinical teams in delivering advanced, complex nursing care.
- Provide wound care and clinical support tailored to residents with enhanced medical needs.
- Participate in specialist assessments, audits and clinical interventions to improve resident outcomes.
- Hold consultations and contribute actively to personalised care planning.
- Administer medications under supervision with precision, safety and compliance.
- Build strong relationships with residents and their families, communicating clearly and compassionately.
- Help maintain robust clinical documentation and regulatory compliance.
- Uphold the highest standards of clinical practice aligned to CQC and professional expectations.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Nursing Associate with active NMC PIN
- Experience in acute, community, residential, nursing or private healthcare — experience with neurological or acute needs is a bonus.
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
- Someone who brings compassion, teamwork and calm professionalism to challenging clinical environments.
- A commitment to continuous learning and reflective practice.
What We Offer You
We believe in developing our people and recognising their value:
- Competitive salary
- Permanent contract and clear career stability
- Transparent pay progression with increasing experience
- Regular clinical training, CPD and development opportunities
- Pathways into senior roles — including RN conversion support, specialist posts and leadership development
- Company pension scheme
- Paid annual leave
- Supportive “buddy” onboarding system
- Free uniform
- DBS and NMC PIN fees reimbursed
- Employee wellbeing support for physical and psychological health
Why This Role is Different
At Ashton View, you will:
- Work with residents with highly complex and specialist needs
- Develop your clinical skills faster than in a standard residential environment
- Be an essential member of a highly skilled, supportive multidisciplinary team
- Make a genuine impact on quality of life, rehabilitation and recovery
If you want a role where your expertise is valued, your growth is encouraged and your work has real purpose — Dovehaven is the place to build your career.
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Nursing Associate in Wigan employer: Dovehaven Care Homes
Dovehaven Care Homes is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of our residents. With a focus on employee growth and development, we provide ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative culture that values teamwork and compassion. Located in Accrington, our care home not only prioritises high-quality care but also fosters a sense of community among staff, making it a rewarding place to work.
