Nursing Assistant

Job Summary

An opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic individuals to join our inpatient specialist dementia ward based in Exeter. We are looking to appoint people who are passionate about caring for people with dementia. The job offers a challenging yet rewarding environment with opportunities to consistently learn and develop. Belvedere Ward provides high quality of care and treatment for people who have complex health needs and a cognitive impairment.

We provide a multi-disciplinary assessment of patient need to inform their current needs and future care needs. We are looking for people who share our trust values in delivering high quality care and treatment, who enjoy working as part of a proactive Multi-Disciplinary team and want to make a difference in improving peoples lives every day. We can offer entry into our apprenticeship programme which offers you the chance to build a career in one of the UKs most progressive trusts, and could even lead to helping you gain a recognised nursing qualification in the future.

Our inpatient services operates on a 24/7 shift basis. Applicants will be expected to work various shifts to cover this rota, including evenings, weekends and night shifts. Please apply if you are looking for Full or Part time Hours. You will qualify for unsocial enhancements in addition to basic pay (even whilst completing the training programme).

Please note this vacancy may close early if volume of applications are high.

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

Our values include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health & learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader Employer.

• Date posted: 06 February 2026
• Pay scheme:
  Agenda for change
• Band:
  Band 3
• Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working pattern:
  Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: C
• Job location:
  
  Belvedere Ward, Franklyn Hospital, Franklyn Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX29HS

• Assist multi-disciplinary team members in the delivery of care and treatment to people using services. The care provided will encompass social, physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual needs of the individuals.
• Be responsible for undertaking practical procedures under the supervision of trained nursing staff.
• Communicate effectively with people using services taking into account any communication difficulties they may have and responding appropriately.
• Form and maintain therapeutic relationships with individuals and other professionals and agencies.
• Maintain accurate and complete records consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.
• Communicate in a professional manner that is consistent with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Take, record and report telephone messages.
• Provide and receive routine information to assist in undertaking the role.
• Participate in ward / team meetings and discussions.
• Be involved in the assessment and implementation of individual treatment programmes and the person's recovery care plan under the supervision of qualified staff.
• Prioritise tasks and manage the shift workload in discussion with the Nurse-in-Charge.
• Participate in flexible shift…