About this role
Job summary
Community Support Services - MiCare, is a short-term integrated health and social care service that provides short term support to people in their own homes. We put people at the heart of the service and deliver exceptionally responsive, person-centred care which enables the individuals to live a life of their choosing. We have received an overall Outstanding from a recent CQC Inspection.
About the role
Under the direction of the Assistant Team Manager, you will enhance health and social care support for MiCare service users in line with Rutland County Council policies, objectives, and standards. This role is central to promoting independence, enabling choice and control, and preventing unnecessary hospital or care home
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Support the development of a neighborhood and prevention agenda through a strong multi-disciplinary team (MDT) approach.
Provide clinical advice and support to the MiCare Team as required.
Deliver training on delegated healthcare tasks to staff.
Build effective links with GP surgeries and community nursing teams to ensure a holistic approach for individuals using the service.
Contribute to care planning that prioritises independence and well-being.
What were looking for:
Registered Nurse (NMC) qualification
Experience in community health or social care settings
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to train and mentor staff on clinical tasks
Commitment to person-centred care and prevention-focused practice
Please note this role is equivalent to a NHS Band 5 Nurse.
It is essential that you hold a full UK driving license and have access to a car to enable you to work in this role.
The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS are paid by us.
The Micare Nurse interviews will be held during week commencing 27 July 2026.
Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.
We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If youre interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.
About us
Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be.
Our benefits go beyond the salary being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Support the development of a neighborhood and prevention agenda through a strong multi-disciplinary team MDT approach.
Provide clinical advice and support to the MiCare Team as required.
Deliver training on delegated healthcare tasks to staff.
Build effective links with GP surgeries and community nursing teams to ensure a holistic approach for individuals using the service.
Contribute to care planning that prioritises independence and well-being.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse Level 1 (Adult) or Student Nurse due to qualify in the next 4 months Hold/be working towards an NMC approved qualification or have a planned start date for this.
Desirable
Experience of working in the community
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a nursing team - either as a nursing student or qualified nurse. Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility dependent on work priorities. Demonstrates a strong interest in providing patient centred care and patient education.
Desirable
Understanding of confidentiality and data protection. Understanding of the service and the different pathways Reablement, Safetynet End of Life, Crisis Response, Discharge to Assess, Community to Assess Complex
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 Rutland County Council
Address Rutland County Council
Catmos Street
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 6HP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)