Location
Accrington, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Type
Full Time
Salary (£)
26,530 – 29,114 per year
About East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
There’s something special about working with East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust. They’re not just about treating illness – they’re committed to supporting individuals and families to thrive through meaningful care. Their Specialist Bladder and Bowel Team is a tight-knit unit, driven by compassion, and backed by a wider Community and Intermediate Care Division that puts people first. They’ll welcome you with open arms and help you grow in a place that values teamwork, development, and community impact.
Job details
Benefits
- Supportive work environment – they’re big on mentoring, collaboration, and helping you settle in
- Career growth opportunities – gain specialised experience in community continence care
- Ongoing training – tailored to your learning pace and needs
- NHS pension scheme – giving you long-term financial peace of mind
- Work-life balance – planned schedules with room for personal time
Requirements
- GCSEs in English and Maths – at Grade 4 (C) or equivalent
- Registered Nurse Associate or Level 4 Health & Social Care – or Qualified Assistant Practitioner
- Experience working with children and young people – especially in health or education
- Strong IT skills – familiar with Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word
- Excellent communicator – able to build trust with families and colleagues
- Good time management – confident handling your own workload
- Bonus if you’ve got experience with continence services, NHS children’s services, or EMIS systems
Salary Details
This role offers a Band 4 NHS salary of £26,530 – £29,114 per year, depending on experience. You’ll also enjoy NHS employment benefits, from generous leave to pension contributions.
About the Role
This isn’t just another UK job opportunity – it’s a chance to bring hope and dignity to children and young people navigating bladder and bowel challenges. You’ll work closely with registered nurses in a supportive work environment, teaching and empowering families, carers, and professionals through care plans, toilet training, and continence strategies. Sometimes you’ll fly solo, other times you’ll partner up – either way, you’ll be an essential part of someone’s journey toward better health. You’ll visit homes, schools, and clinics across the community, delivering interventions that matter.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver structured toilet training and continence support to children and families
- Visit homes, clinics, and schools as part of planned care pathways
- Educate carers and professionals on bladder and bowel management
- Carry out assessments for continence products and equipment
- Work independently and alongside nurses to deliver impactful care
- Manage and prioritise your own schedule
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role falls under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires an enhanced DBS check. They take safeguarding seriously – and so should you.
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.
Equal Opportunity Statement
They’re an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusion and diversity. Everyone’s welcome, and everyone’s valued.
Employer Details
- Company Name: East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
- Address: Accrington, Lancashire, United Kingdom
- Contact: Available through NHS Jobs portal
Reference Number
435-C351-24
How To Apply
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