Job summary
- Main area
- Cromer Dialysis Unit
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 234-25-H0525-A
- Employer
- Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital
- Town
- Norwich
- Salary
- £27,485 - £30,162 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 21/10/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 05/11/2025
Employer heading
Nursing Associate / ANP - Cromer Dialysis Unit
NHS AfC: Band 4
At NNUH it is our privilege to provide healthcare to over one million people across Norfolk and surrounding areas. Our vision is to ‘provide the best care for every patient’, and if this inspires you and you share our values, we really want you to join our team.
NNUH is currently the busiest Trauma Unit in the East of England caring for almost 850 trauma patients annually many with complex care needs. We are enhancing our urgent and emergency care specialist services for patients with significant injuries as a result of trauma and have an ambition to become a Major Trauma Centre.
Our values support our vision and guide the behaviour of everything we do, these are:
People-focused
We look after the needs of our patients, carers and colleagues, to provide a safe and caring experience for all.
Respect
We act with care, compassion and kindness and value others’ diverse needs.
Integrity
We take an honest, open and ethical approach to everything we do.
Dedication
We work as one team and support each other to maintain the highest professional standards.
Excellence
We continuously learn and improve to achieve the best outcomes for our patients and our hospital.
Wish you were here? So do we.
We want all our staff to achieve a balance between work and personal life and understand how important flexible working can be. We welcome applications on a full or part time basis, various shift patterns and hybrid working, where roles allow.
At the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH), we know the benefits diversity can bring to our organisation such as creativity, innovation and compassion. All of which have a direct impact towards our staff and patient experience. We are committed to being a Hospital for All – being equitable and inclusive, and a place where all feel a sense of belonging. We therefore particularly encourage and welcome applications from candidates who are underrepresented in NNUH’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, people with diverse abilities and people within the LGBT+ community.
Job overview
We are excited to invite applications for a motivated and compassionate Band 4 Nursing Associate/Assistant Practitioner to join our friendly, patient-focused team at the Cromer Dialysis Unit. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and deliver high-quality care within a specialised renal setting, while enjoying the benefits of working in a supportive environment by the stunning North Norfolk coast.
If you are looking for a role that combines clinical expertise, meaningful patient relationships, and opportunities for professional growth, we would love to hear from you.
Cromer Dialysis Unit is part of the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and plays a vital role in supporting patients with long-term kidney conditions. Our unit provides outpatient haemodialysis services in a safe, welcoming, and patient-centred environment.
We are proud of our reputation for:
• Delivering evidence-based, person-centred renal care in line with the Trusts PRIDE values.
• Building strong, lasting relationships with patients who attend the unit regularly.
• Offering a supportive, multi-disciplinary team culture where staff are encouraged to learn, contribute, and thrive.
Situated in Cromer, the unit benefits from a supportive community hospital location while still being fully integrated into the wider renal services provided across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 4 Nursing Associate/Assistant Practitioner at Cromer Dialysis Unit, you will play an integral role in the delivery of dialysis care and in supporting patients living with chronic kidney disease.
Working under the supervision of Registered Nurses, you will:
- Undertake a range of delegated clinical tasks to a high standard, including preparing dialysis machines, monitoring patients during treatment, and assisting with access care.
- Build meaningful, therapeutic relationships with patients who attend the unit three times per week.
- Provide holistic, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
- Support the education of patients in self-management of their long-term condition where appropriate.
- Contribute to the smooth running of the unit by maintaining accurate records, ensuring infection prevention standards, and promoting a safe environment.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues in nursing, medical, and allied health professions.
- Continue to develop your knowledge and skills within the renal specialty, supported by ongoing training and education.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable specialist experience within renal nursing, while working part-time hours that support a healthy work–life balance.
Working for our organisation
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Working at Cromer Dialysis Unit is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to become part of a team that truly values its staff and patients. Here’s what makes us special:
- Close-knit team culture – You’ll be joining a small welcoming, supportive group of professionals who work collaboratively and celebrate each other’s successes.
- Specialist experience – Gain unique knowledge and skills in renal care that will enhance your career progression.
- Work–life balance – With a 30-hour part-time substantive contract, you can enjoy the security of a permanent role alongside the flexibility to balance your commitments outside of work.
- Professional development – We are committed to supporting staff through structured induction, mentorship, and ongoing opportunities for training and career advancement.
- Location – Cromer offers the perfect blend of a thriving local community and the tranquillity of a stunning seaside town. Imagine finishing a rewarding shift and taking a peaceful walk along the beach or enjoying the natural beauty of the Norfolk coastline.
For patients receiving dialysis, their time spent with us is a huge part of their lives. Our unit is more than just a clinical setting – it becomes a place of routine, comfort, and support. As a Nursing Associate/Assistant Practitioner, you will not only provide essential clinical care but also play a vital role in building trust, offering reassurance, and empowering patients to live as well as possible with their condition.
The relationships you develop with patients and families make this role uniquely rewarding
We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring, and reliable individual who is committed to delivering excellent standards of care.
Essential qualities and skills:
• Registered Nursing Associate with the NMC or qualified Assistant Practitioner with equivalent experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
• A compassionate, patient-centred approach with a genuine desire to make a difference in people’s lives.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and also use initiative when appropriate.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of infection control and patient safety.
• Willingness to learn and develop in a specialist area.
Desirable:
• Experience within renal or long-term condition management.
• Previous experience in an outpatient or community healthcare setting.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered nursing associate on the NMC register
- Foundation degree in Health Studies (Science) or academic equivalent; e.g. Diploma in Higher Education
Experience
Essential criteria
- Some experience of working within a health / care setting
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Attitude, aptitude
Essential criteria
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH’s PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Naomi Parfitt
- Job title
- Senior Sister
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01603 646160
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