Staff Nurse - Acute Neurology Unit
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Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Staff Nurse - Acute Neurology Unit
The closing date is 22 September 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated registered nurse to join our regional Acute Neurology Unit (ANU).
ANU is a 30 bedded ward delivering care to patients with a range of neurological conditions for example Parkinson's disease and Epilepsy.
The team has a multi-disciplinary focus in order to ensure that patients are supported throughout their inpatient stay.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated adult nurse with a passion for delivering high standards of care. The Unit receives patients from throughout the Greater Manchester region, accepting transfers in and out and therefore excellent communication skills are essential.
Main duties of the job
You'll join a supportive ward environment, benefiting from a diverse and collaborative Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and a dedicated preceptorship program.
Your role will involve:
- Exceptional Communication: Showcasing your excellent interpersonal skills, building rapport and fostering trust
- A Commitment to Excellence: Delivering outstanding standards of care, striving for the best outcomes for every patient
- Teamwork at its Finest: Collaborating effectively with all members of the MDT, contributing to a shared goal of patient well-being
- Empathetic Care: Demonstrating a deep level of compassion for patients and their families during their time of need
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
236-NMT-NM669-26-E
Job locations
Salford Royal Hospital
Stott Lane
Salford
M6 8HD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse in the UK.
Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.
The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse in the UK.
Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.
The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/
Person Specification
Registration & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult / General Level 1 or 2)
Desirable
- Degree in nursing studies or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring learners
- Evidence of CPD
- Demonstrates evidence based clinical knowledge
- IT Skills
- Communicates clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing
Desirable
- Evidence of supervision
- Post registration experience
Registration & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult / General Level 1 or 2)
Desirable
- Degree in nursing studies or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring learners
- Evidence of CPD
- Demonstrates evidence based clinical knowledge
- IT Skills
- Communicates clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing
Desirable
- Evidence of supervision
- Post registration experience
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Salford Royal Hospital
Stott Lane
Salford
M6 8HD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Salford Royal Hospital
Stott Lane
Salford
M6 8HD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Interim Ward Manager ANU
Cheryl Ann Gaviola- Leano
01612062069
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
236-NMT-NM669-26-E
Job locations
Salford Royal Hospital
Stott Lane
Salford
M6 8HD
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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