Registered Nurse | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Company: | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,073 - £39,043 per annum/pro-rata |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Oxford, OX3 7HE |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 20 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 19 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Oxford Centre for Enablement (OCE)
Have you considered a career in Neuro-Rehabilitation?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and compassionate Registered Nurses to join the team at theOxford Centre for Enablement (OCE), a purpose-built Level 1B Neuro-Rehabilitation Centre.
The OCE currently provides specialist inpatient neuro-rehabilitation for adults and young people aged 16 years and over. Our 18-bed unit, funded by NHS England, supports patients from Oxfordshire and across the region following life-changing neurological injuries and conditions, including traumatic brain injury, stroke and brain tumours.
As part of an exciting service development, we are also introducing10 Level 2 Neuro-Rehabilitation beds dedicated to Oxfordshire residents, creating a unique opportunity for nurses to gain experience across both highly specialised regional services and local rehabilitation pathways.
We are seeking motivatedBand 5 Registered NurseswithAdult, Mental Health or Learning Disabilities registrationwho are passionate about delivering person-centred care and making a meaningful difference to patients' rehabilitation journeys.
What We Can Offer You
• Development of specialist nursing and clinical skills in neuro-rehabilitation.
• The opportunity to advocate for patients within multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to collaborative care planning.
• Experience in building therapeutic relationships with patients and their families throughout their rehabilitation journey.
• A deeper understanding of the physical, cognitive, behavioural and psychological effects of acquired brain injury.
• Experience caring for both specialist regional and local rehabilitation patient groups.
• Access to a supportive multidisciplinary team with a strong focus on learning and professional development.
• Opportunities for further study and continued professional development.
We Are Looking For Individuals Who:
• Are registered with the NMC as an Adult, Mental Health or Learning Disabilities Nurse.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care.
• Enjoy working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Have a positive, adaptable approach to caring for patients with complex rehabilitation needs.
Join us and help patients rebuild their lives following neurological injury and illness, while developing a rewarding and highly specialised career in rehabilitation nursing
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the UK's largest and most respected NHS teaching trusts, providing world-class healthcare across four hospitals: the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre and Horton General Hospital and over one hundred satellite sites. Find out more information hereOUH at a Glance 2026/27
You'll become part of an organisation at the forefront of patient care, research, education and innovation. You'll have access to excellent learning and development opportunities, work alongside highly skilled multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to services that make a real difference.
Our commitment toDelivering Compassionate Excellenceis at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence, we strive to create an environment where staff feel supported, valued and empowered to thrive. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channeland theOneTeamOneOUH - LIVING OUR VALUESvideo.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful and safe workplace for everyone. As signatories to the NHS Sexual Safety Charter, we have a zero-tolerance approach to inappropriate behaviour and are dedicated to fostering a culture where all colleagues feel welcomed, respected and able to be themselves. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to theten core principles.
What Makes This Role Unique?
The introduction of our new Level 2 rehabilitation beds means successful candidates will have the opportunity to work withboth regional specialist neuro-rehabilitation patients and local Oxfordshire rehabilitation patients, gaining exposure to a broad range of neurological conditions, rehabilitation pathways and recovery journeys. This offers a diverse and rewarding clinical experience that is rarely available within a single service.
Working alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will provide bespoke, individualised care that supports patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals. While caring for patients with complex neurological needs can be challenging, it is also immensely rewarding as you witness their progress and recovery first-hand.
This is a fantastic opportunity to place patients truly at the centre of your practice while developing specialist skills and knowledge within a supportive and innovative rehabilitation environment.
The Oxford Centre of Enablement (OCE) provides both in-patient and out-patient services for patients with complex neurological disability.
You will need to have:
• Registered Nurse (Part 1. 3. Or 5 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Register depending on area of practice) or National Certification in area of Practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive attitude
• An organised and methodical approach to work
• Ability to be flexible
• Able to work shift patterns including weekends
• Ability to work within a team but also use your own initiative
• A desire to provide high quality individualized/holistic care to individuals with disabilities
Please refer to the full job description and person specification
This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Nov 2026
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