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Nurse (HCC Care - Older Adults)

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC623789
Salary Range: £33,178 - £36,369 pro-rata, per annum, plus Market Supplement of £6,000 pro-rata per annum
Work Location: Hawthorne Court, Southampton
Hours per week: Minimum of 30 hours per annum
Contract Type: Permanent (Annualised hours)
Closing Date: 29 April 2026

The Role:

Within our older adults’ homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Nurses can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve.

What you’ll do:

  • Deliver outstanding nursing care: Be responsible for the whole patient experience, including clinical diagnosis and treatment, and provide the highest quality, holistic and person-centred care to our residents.
  • Build relationships: Develop positive connections with our residents, families, and carers and involve them in care planning, monitoring, and evaluating services.
  • Collaborate with a supportive team: Work with a well-resourced multi-disciplinary team, receive full support in your role, and mentor, support, educate and supervise other team members.

What we’re looking for:

  • Qualified Nurse with current NMC registration.
  • Clinical experience: Knowledge and understanding of elderly care, with previous experience in a health or social care setting.
  • Passion and dedication: A genuine desire and motivation to help others and make a positive difference to their lives.
  • Resilience and flexibility: Ability to work effectively under pressure, adapting positively to changing situations and demands.
  • Empathy and compassion: Shows empathy and understanding of the needs of older people to build trust and provide support.


Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the Nurse role, team and our values.  The section ‘About you’ explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about.  Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application. 

Why join us?

  • Rewarding Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Watch this short video to find out more about the important work our Older Adults Residential Teams do.  
  • Career Growth: Supportive start for newly qualified Nurses through our Preceptorship Programme, offering structured learning, reflective practice and tailored guidance from experienced Nurses.  With ongoing development opportunities, you’ll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your nursing career.
  • Supportive Environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
  • Competitive Benefits Package: Find more information here.


This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy.

Other roles you may have experience of may include: RGN, RMN, RCN, Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistant, Nurse Practitioner.

Working pattern: This role is based on an annualised hours contract, meaning your total working hours are spread across the year rather than following a fixed weekly schedule. You’ll work flexibly, covering shifts when colleagues are on leave or unwell, and supporting during busy periods. You’ll be contracted to work a minimum of 30 hours annually, with additional hours likely depending on service needs and your availability. We’ll aim to give you as much notice as possible to help you balance work and personal commitments, though short-notice cover may occasionally be required.

In return, we are committed to your continued personal development and offer an extensive Benefits package.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK.

Additional Information:

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Oladunni Bello, Registered Manager on Oladunni.Bello@hants.gov.uk

 

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
 

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
 

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.


 


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