RTDistrict Nurse

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated nurse to join our Helensburgh & Lomond District Nursing Team as a Band 6 District Nurse – Development Post (Annex 21).

This post offers a supported development pathway into a District Nurse leadership role within a busy, forward-thinking community nursing team. The successful applicant will work within a supervised and structured development framework while undertaking the NES Integrated Community Nursing Pathway (including V300 Prescribing) or an equivalent recognised qualification.

The Helensburgh & Lomond locality covers a mixed urban and rural population of around 26,000 patients across five GP practices. The team delivers complex, person-centred care seven days per week, including palliative and end‑of‑life care for over 95% of patients who choose to die at home.

• Contribute to high-quality, person-centred care within a defined caseload under supervision.
• Develop and contribute to advanced care planning, and decision‑making skills in line with the District Nursing competency framework.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support safe, effective care delivery.
• Engage in leadership development and quality improvement initiatives as part of the training period.

This is a 12‑month development post under Agenda for Change Annex 21. During this period, the post‑holder will:

• Be remunerated at 75% of the Band 6 maximum rate while completing the required qualification and competencies.
• Work under supervision, progressing toward full caseload management responsibilities.
• On successful completion of the programme and competency sign‑off, assimilate to a substantive Band 6 District Nurse role and salary.

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Community experience and a currently enrolled in post registration education such as NES Integrated Community Nursing Pathway (including V300) or equivalent.
• Excellent communication, clinical, and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

• Experience in community nursing or leadership.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
• Competency in electronic record‑keeping and care planning systems.

You’ll be part of a supportive, experienced team committed to professional growth and delivering safe, compassionate, high‑quality care. This role supports NHS Highland’s commitment to developing advanced community nursing practice and succession planning within the workforce.

Helensburgh & Lomond offers a stunning location to live and work, combining coastal scenery, community spirit, and excellent transport links.

The District Nursing service operates seven days per week, including weekends and public holidays.

For informal enquiries please contact Lorna Boyce or Ann Marie Ross, District Nursing Team Leads; email: lorna.boyce2t; tel:

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for this post.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.