Preceptor Nurse

Preceptor Nurse

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Burston House

Compensation: £35,957 / year

Priory Hospital Burston House is looking to recruit a Preceptor Nurse to join the team. This is a full time 37.5 hours role.

Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles, this remains under review.

Priory Burston House, located in the historic market town of Diss, near the border of Suffolk, provides level 2 rehabilitation for male patients with a learning disability.

Across rehabilitation and low secure care, our specialist learning disability service also cares for adults who may have complex mental health needs, including autism and personality disorders.

Are you a newly qualified nurse waiting for your NMC PIN? Join us now and begin your career journey in a supportive, welcoming environment.

You’ll start in the role of Healthcare Assistant, giving you the opportunity to get to know our residents, team, and routines while completing your induction and on‑site training. This hands‑on experience will help you build confidence, develop key skills, and understand our standards of care before stepping into your registered nurse role.

As soon as your NMC PIN is confirmed, you’ll move seamlessly into our Preceptorship Nurse Programme. You’ll be fully supported by experienced mentors, receive tailored development plans, and have the time and guidance you need to thrive in your first registered role.

This is the perfect way to bridge the gap between qualifying and practising, ensuring you feel prepared, valued, and ready to deliver the best possible care.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The ideal candidate will be educated to a minimum of NVQ Level 1 or hold GCSEs in Mathematics and English, demonstrating a solid foundation in essential skills. They will understand the importance of maintaining strict confidentiality at all times and possess basic IT literacy to support day‑to‑day tasks. While no specific prior experience is required, a willingness to learn and a responsible approach to handling sensitive information are essential.

For more information about the role, you can email Na

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses