Registered Nurse – Hastings (Day shifts)

Registered Nurse – Day Shifts Starting pay: £21.74 per hour plus enhanced weekend and overtime ratesFull paid training and support providedSmall, specialist service supporting adults with PMLDExcellent work-life balance compared with many NHS settingsPermanent position with development opportunitiesRotas provided in advance with no night shifts required Are you looking to make a difference This role offers a rare opportunity to build meaningful, long term relationships while continuing to deliver direct, hands-on, person-centred nursing care. Martha Trust provides a home for life for adults with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our specialist team in a unique role that combines hands-on nursing care with leadership responsibility. Unlike many healthcare settings, our nurses have the opportunity to develop long-term relationships with the people they support while working within a stable and supportive environment focused on quality of life, dignity and person-centred care. At Martha Trust, you will lead a team of Support Workers by example while maintaining clinical oversight of residents’ care. In our most recent staff survey, 93% of respondents said Martha Trust is a good place to work. Joining Martha means working differently, and we will provide you with the tools and support you need to succeed. Your first three weeks with us will be spent shadowing an experienced nurse, giving you time to learn how the people we support communicate, build meaningful relationships, and understand each individual’s unique clinical needs. This comprehensive induction will help you develop a thorough understanding of the nursing processes that ensure care is both safe and person-centred. We provide comprehensive paid training, including safeguarding, communication, personal care, medication administration, epilepsy awareness, oral health, autism awareness and our specialist Care That Empowers course. We actively encourage career development. This role offers opportunities to develop specialist expertise in PMLD, communication, medication management and leadership through the supervision and support of the Support Worker team. At Martha Trust, you will not be caring for people for a few days or weeks. You will become part of a team providing a genuine home for life, building meaningful long-term relationships, and helping people achieve their goals and aspirations. To be successful at Martha Trust, we are looking for people who share our values and our passion for enabling the people we support to thrive. You need to have integrity, good communication skills, be willing to learn and be self-reflective. Teamwork is essential, along with a positive outlook and the ability to listen and follow instructions. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading a shift of Support Workers as they support residents with daily living activities and therapeutic routines. You will ensure clinical excellence and high-quality care through safe medication administration, implementation of emergency protocols, and oversight of residents’ clinical and social needs. Benefits of working at Martha £21.74 per hour starting rate Enhanced pay from Friday afternoons and throughout weekendsEnhanced pay for overtime and bank holidaysPaid training and development Workplace pension schemeBlue Light Card funded by Martha TrustHSF Health Cash Plan with access to ‘PerkBox ‘and wellbeing supportFree ParkingFree UniformLong Service AwardsStaff Food cupboardsComplimentary sanitary products Your workplace is someone else’s home. We value character, compassion and alignment with our values as highly as experience. However, applicants must hold a valid NMC registration and nursing PIN. If you are a Registered Nurse looking for a role that combines clinical excellence, meaningful relationships, professional development and a healthier work-life balance, we would love to hear from you. Working for Martha Trust Successful applicants will enjoy excellent working conditions, structured training and support, competitive salary, improved company pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement and genuine opportunities for professional development. 93% of our staff who responded to our annual survey said Martha was a good place to work. All applicants must be 18 years or over and have the right to work in the UK, unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship. A reasonable standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively is required. Martha Trust does not discriminate against the people it serves or employs on grounds of gender, marital status, race, disability, or age. All appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Find out more For further information please contact us at hr@marthatrust.org.uk for a full job application pack. If after application you do not hear back from us within 10 working days please assume you have been unsuccessful for the role at this time. How to apply Download a Job Description Apply for this position online Download and complete a job application form You can return your form to HR Department, Martha Trust, Homemead Lane, Hacklinge, Deal, Kent CT14 0PG or email it to hr@marthatrust.org.uk