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Downton Surgery Nursing Associate

The closing date is 31 October 2026

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Job summary

Join our thriving GP practice as a Nursing Associate in this exciting ARRS-funded opportunity. You'll deliver comprehensive nursing care including chronic disease management, health promotion, and clinical assessments within our supportive multi-disciplinary team. We're seeking a passionate, NMC-registered Nursing Associate to help us provide excellent care to our 7,000 patients. This role offers fantastic professional development opportunities in primary care, with comprehensive support and training. Perfect for newly qualified Nursing Associates or those seeking to advance their career in general practice. Make a real difference in your local community while developing your skills in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Main duties of the job

Lead chronic disease management clinics for asthma, COPD and hypertension. Conduct comprehensive health assessments, medication reviews, and lifestyle counselling. Provide health promotion, vaccination services, and preventative care screening. Perform clinical observations, wound care, and minor procedures. Support clinical governance, safeguarding, and infection control protocols. Collaborate with GPs, Practice Nurses, and wider healthcare teams. Mentor healthcare assistants and support practice development initiatives. Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to quality improvement projects

About us

Our established practice serves over 7,000 patients with a commitment to delivering exceptional primary care services. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, supportive team that values both experience and enthusiasm. Our collaborative approach creates an inclusive environment where every team member contributes to patient care excellence. We invest heavily in professional development through training opportunities, mentorship, and career progression pathways. Benefits include competitive salary, NHS pension, professional development funding, and flexible working arrangements. Join our forward-thinking practice where innovation meets compassionate care, and where your professional growth is actively supported.

Details

Date posted

14 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5734-26-0001

Job locations

Downton Surgery

Moot Lane

Downton

Salisbury

SP5 3JP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Clinical Responsibilities

• Chronic Disease Management

• Lead chronic disease clinics for asthma, COPD, hypertension, and other long-term conditions

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and annual reviews in line with national and local guidelines

• Medication management including reviews, reconciliation, and monitoring

• Patient education and self-management support for chronic conditions

• Care planning and goal setting with patients and families

Health Promotion and Prevention

• NHS Health Checks and cardiovascular risk assessments

• Health promotion activities including smoking cessation, weight management, and lifestyle advice

• Vaccination services including seasonal flu, COVID-19, and travel immunizations

• Screening programs including cervical screening.

• Preventative care and early intervention strategies

Clinical Assessment and Treatment

• Clinical procedures as trained and assessed competence

• Comprehensive nursing assessments using systematic approaches

• Clinical observations including vital signs, ECGs, and physiological monitoring

• Wound care management including assessment, treatment, and healing monitoring

• Minor illness management within scope of practice and competency

Clinical procedures as trained and assessed competent

• Multi-disciplinary team working with GPs, Practice Nurses, and allied health professionals

• Care coordination and case management for complex patients

• Referral management to secondary care and community services

• Liaison with district nurses, social services, and external agencies

• This role requires flexibility to work across different clinical areas within the practice, adapting to varying patient needs and service demands. You will work both independently within your scope of practice and collaboratively as part of the wider healthcare team.The successful candidate will demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and commitment to delivering excellent patient care while continuously developing their skills and knowledge in primary care nursing.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Clinical Responsibilities

• Chronic Disease Management

• Lead chronic disease clinics for asthma, COPD, hypertension, and other long-term conditions

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and annual reviews in line with national and local guidelines

• Medication management including reviews, reconciliation, and monitoring

• Patient education and self-management support for chronic conditions

• Care planning and goal setting with patients and families

Health Promotion and Prevention

• NHS Health Checks and cardiovascular risk assessments

• Health promotion activities including smoking cessation, weight management, and lifestyle advice

• Vaccination services including seasonal flu, COVID-19, and travel immunizations

• Screening programs including cervical screening.

• Preventative care and early intervention strategies

Clinical Assessment and Treatment

• Clinical procedures as trained and assessed competence

• Comprehensive nursing assessments using systematic approaches

• Clinical observations including vital signs, ECGs, and physiological monitoring

• Wound care management including assessment, treatment, and healing monitoring

• Minor illness management within scope of practice and competency

Clinical procedures as trained and assessed competent

• Multi-disciplinary team working with GPs, Practice Nurses, and allied health professionals

• Care coordination and case management for complex patients

• Referral management to secondary care and community services

• Liaison with district nurses, social services, and external agencies

• This role requires flexibility to work across different clinical areas within the practice, adapting to varying patient needs and service demands. You will work both independently within your scope of practice and collaboratively as part of the wider healthcare team.The successful candidate will demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and commitment to delivering excellent patient care while continuously developing their skills and knowledge in primary care nursing.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in healthcare setting prior to foundation degree training Post-registration experience as a Nursing Associate Experience in patient assessment and care planning

Desirable

• Experience in Primary care or community healthcare
• Experience using System one
• Chronic disease management and health promotion.

Qualifications

Essential

• - NMC registration as a Nursing Associate Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent Current NMC PIN and professional indemnity
• - Qualified in Phlebotomy

Desirable

• - Wound care knowledge including compression bandaging and Doppler
• - Qualified in Long term conditions e.g. Asthma & Diabetes
• - NHS Health Checks trained.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in healthcare setting prior to foundation degree training Post-registration experience as a Nursing Associate Experience in patient assessment and care planning

Desirable

• Experience in Primary care or community healthcare
• Experience using System one
• Chronic disease management and health promotion.

Qualifications

Essential

• - NMC registration as a Nursing Associate Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent Current NMC PIN and professional indemnity
• - Qualified in Phlebotomy

Desirable

• - Wound care knowledge including compression bandaging and Doppler
• - Qualified in Long term conditions e.g. Asthma & Diabetes
• - NHS Health Checks trained.

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).

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.

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

Downton Surgery

Address

Downton Surgery

Moot Lane

Downton

Salisbury

SP5 3JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.downtonsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Downton Surgery

Address

Downton Surgery

Moot Lane

Downton

Salisbury

SP5 3JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.downtonsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Nurse Manager

Kimberley Lackey

[email protected]

01725510296

Details

Date posted

14 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5734-26-0001

Job locations

Downton Surgery

Moot Lane

Downton

Salisbury

SP5 3JP

United Kingdom

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