Band 5 Community Staff Nurse

HCRG Care Group; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare organization in Gravesend is seeking a compassionate Band 5 Community Staff Nurse to join their Gravesend Alliance Team. In this role, you will provide high-quality nursing care to patients in their homes while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse, capable of independent and team-based work, and have a passion for improving community healthcare outcomes. Flexible shifts and professional development opportunities are available.

Benefits

NHS Pension

Exclusive rewards and benefits

Access to discounts on everyday purchases

Career coaching and counselling

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Free tea, coffee, and milk at base location

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration is mandatory.
• Confident in using IT systems and Microsoft Office.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care in patients' homes and community settings.
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Support patients, promoting dignity and independence.
• Use strong communication skills for efficient care delivery.
• Contribute ideas for service improvements.

Skills

Registered Nurse (NMC/1st level registration)

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Flexible, proactive approach

IT systems familiarity

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

# Band 5 Community Staff Nurse## Job IntroductionAs a Band 5 Community Staff Nurse you’ll be part of our valued Gravesend Alliance Team based in Gravesend, North Kent. You will feel valued as a Community Nurse within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: * AFC Band 5 Salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions plus a 5% high cost area allowance* Plentiful onsite parking* Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you* Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover life’s emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates* Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing – from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling* Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our ‘Outstanding’ learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise* An open, just culture where you’re encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care – backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year* The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with a majority of our rated services holding “good” or “outstanding” ratings from the Care Quality Commission* Free tea, coffee, and milk at your base locationJob Introduction We’re looking for compassionate, motivated Band 5 Community Nurses to join our friendly Gravesend Alliance Team. You’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking group of professionals who are passionate about making a real difference in community healthcare. Whether you’re newly qualified or already experienced, we’ll help you thrive through our award-winning Preceptorship Scheme – a structured mix of face-to-face sessions, eLearning, and workshops designed to develop your confidence and clinical skills. Our base at Gravesham Community Hospital is ideally located just a short walk from St George’s Shopping Centre, surrounded by cafés, restaurants, and great local amenities – making it a convenient and pleasant place to work from. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) within a team that provides care 7 days a week between 08:00 – 20:00, ensuring flexibility and balance across shifts. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential. Main Responsibilities As a valued member of our team, you’ll: * Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients in their homes and community settings.* Work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.* Support patients and families throughout their care journey, promoting dignity, choice, and independence.* Use your strong communication and organisational skills to deliver efficient, compassionate care.* Contribute ideas to continuously improve our services and ensure every patient experience is a positive one.The Ideal Candidate We’d love to hear from you if you: * Are a Registered Nurse (NMC/1st level registration).* Are confident using IT systems and familiar with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).* Have a flexible, proactive approach to work and a genuine passion for community nursing.* Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.### Band 5 Community Staff Nurse* **Salary** £29,875 + 5% High Cost Area Allowance* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** HCRGCG/TP/116242/17941* **Contract Type** Permanent - Full Time* **Closing Date** 28 December, 2025* **Job Category** HCRG - Nursing and Midwifery Registered* **Business Unit** HCRG - North Kent* **Location** Gravesham Community Hospital, Gravesend, Flexible* **Posted on** 11 December, 2025