Newly Qualified Nurse - Adult

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity for Adult Registered Newly Qualified Nurses for our Autumn 2026 intake. This role is designed specifically for individuals who have just completed or are about to complete their first nursing qualification and are entering the workplace for the very first time. Registered nurses with experience are encouraged to apply through our experienced nurse recruitment route instead.

The vacancy will remain open for two weeks and may not reopen until the following year, so we encourage you to submit an application within this window.

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton provides an ideal setting to live and work, surrounded by the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We are committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible, supporting you in balancing family, study, or wellbeing with your career. We champion individuality and diversity, fostering an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities and experiences to join us.

To support your transition into practice, we provide a thorough induction and a preceptorship programme awarded the National Quality Mark. You will have many opportunities to learn, grow and build confidence, and as you progress you will be encouraged to develop skills and take on leadership opportunities. We are committed to supporting all staff in achieving both personal and professional goals.

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register/registration pending
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Understanding of personal accountability
• Knowledge of own role within the team
• Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
• Awareness of evidence‑based practice
• Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
• Evidence of ongoing personal development
• Able to use initiative

• Evidence of recent study
• Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
• Teaching experience

• Prioritisation
• Teamwork
• Multitasking
• Time management
• People management
• Facilitation skills
• General IT skills

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together