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Staff Nurse RMN/RNLD
The closing date is 23 April 2026
Do you want to experience what it’s like working in a Low Secure Forensic Unit? Are you a nurse looking for a new opportunity or challenge? Are you a newly qualified nurse seeking your first nursing role within the NHS?
The Male Forensic Low Secure Unit based within St Anns Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a staff Nurse to join our team.
Twynham is a 12 bedded Low Secure Male Forensic Unit that provides a secure setting, with the primary goal being rehabilitation, assessing risk and providing therapeutic care to reduce future offending and harm, acting as a step down from a more secure ward. This post will work closely with all disciplines to assist and coordinate patient care packages aimed at recovery and supporting transition into the community.
We would love to hear about what attributes you believe you will bring to the team within your application, and what has driven you to apply for this role within Low Secure.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
You will be required to undertake a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course, and it is a condition of your employment that you successfully complete all aspects of this course; if this is not achieved you will not be able to commence working in the post.
Main duties of the job
We would welcome applications from newly qualified nurses and we provide a very comprehensive and fully supported Preceptorship Programme for newly qualified healthcare professionals, alongside a ward based induction programme where you will be closely supported by the Clinical Team Leaders and wider team in settling in to your new role as a qualified nurse.
As a specialist service, we can provide opportunities to further develop your skills within specialised training specific to the Forensic field. Following successful completion of your 6‑month probation period, you will meet with your supervisor to discuss your personal development plan which will identify your learning and training needs, so we can ensure you have all the skills you need to be the best you can be in your role.
The post is full time working 37.5 hours a week although part time will be considered.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined‑up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward‑looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Person Specification
Educational Requirements / Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RMN / RNLD)
Skills / Knowledge base
- Preceptorship or working towards it
- Ability to mentor students
- Ability to supervise other staff
- Working knowledge of criminal justice agencies
- Good working knowledge of Part III of the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007 as amended)
Personal Qualities
- Ability to work unsupervised
Experience
- Supervised experience gained during clinical placements
- Ability to take charge of a ward/case load regularly
- Experience of forensic nursing
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
£32,073 to £39,043 a year p.a. / pro rata for part time
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