About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Band 4 nursing and rehabilitation practitioner for our Urgent Community Response (UCR) team based at Hollyfield House in Surbiton.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to enhance and develop your expertise within the community setting, while supporting adults aged 18 and over with a range of urgent presentations, predominantly older people and those receiving end-of-life care.
You will work alongside the UCR teams nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists and occupational therapists. Experience in community-based care and knowledge of these services are expected.
Working within a dynamic and friendly multi-disciplinary team, you will have a wide-ranging clinical caseload delivering specialist rehabilitation, clinical interventions and advice in the community. The team works closely with other Your Healthcare services supporting community patients.
This is a unique post in which to develop your skills and knowledge in the field of community care, while supporting patients in their own homes. Our philosophy recognises home as the best place for people to be, with community services helping them remain there. You will join a developing team, with supervision from its nursing and allied health professionals.
This is a 3 year fixed term post and is for 37.5 hours per week. The usual working hours are 08.00 16.00 and will be mainly Monday Friday but may require occasional weekends / unsocial hours.
Interview date: 09/12/2026
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have
- Proven skills and experience in community care.
- Excellent communication and team working skills
- Expertise in working with a range of complex patients with multiple pathologies
- Ability to follow rehabilitation programmes as designed by members of the UCR MDT.
- Ability to provide basic nursing interventions in support of the nursing team.
- Ability to be flexible and work with competing priorities on a daily basis.
- Access to a vehicle for work purposes
You will be mostly based at Hollyfield Road although you will also need to be able to travel to our other sites as needed.
We encourage you to discuss your flexibility needs with us before applying or during the interview process. While we may not be able to meet every request exactly, we promise to fully consider your needs and accommodate them where possible. Please note that flexible working options may vary depending on the role.
About us
At Your Healthcare CIC, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-led health and social care services for residents in Kingston and providing specialised learning disability services in Richmond. As a Community Interest Company, we prioritise community-driven care and offer an environment that empowers you to make a real impact.
Why Choose Us?
NHS Pay & Benefits: Enjoy the security of NHS pay, Agenda for Change terms, NHS pension scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes
Bureaucracy-Free Environment: Implement good ideas quickly and effectively without delays
Work-Life Balance: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme and various staff discounts
Exceptional Staff Experience: Join a supportive workplace with positive feedback from staff and patients
Inclusive Culture: We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds
Impactful Community Involvement: Have a real voice in shaping care as part of our membership organization. Your ideas and contributions matter
Join Us Today
We are looking for passionate individuals who value high-quality care, inclusivity, and community engagement. Join our forward-thinking, patient-centred team. Explore our career opportunities and become part of a team that values your expertise and dedication.
We recognise that applicants may choose to use AI as part of their application process. This is permitted, however please clearly state within your application where AI has been used.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please apply using the NHS Jobs online system. Your application should explain why you are applying for the post, how you believe you would contribute to working in this setting and demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the person specification.
When completing your application please refer to full Job Description - this can be found under supporting documents.
Please be aware that the closing date may be brought forward in the event of a high number of applications
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to deliver therapy interventions in line with the posts requirements.
- Ability to deliver basic nursing care
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload independently
- Competence in clinical and practical care tasks
- IT literacy and accurate record keeping
Any Other Factors
Essential
- Must be a car driver with access to a car
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Compassion, empathy and professionalism
- Reliability, flexibility and resilience
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic nursing principles
- Rehabilitation and reablement principles
- Patient-centred care and self-management
- Clinical governance and professional conduct
- Safeguarding, confidentiality and equality principles
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a health or care-related subject
- GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Nursing Associate qualification
Experience
Essential
- Working in a healthcare, rehabilitation or community setting
- Supporting people with a range of physical, cognitive or social needs
- Working within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of assessment, goal-setting and care delivery
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
Your Healthcare CIC
Address
Hollyfield House, 22 Hollyfield Road
Surbiton
KT5 9AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.yourhealthcare.org (Opens in a new tab)