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Preparing for your first job | Careers Resources | Royal College of Nursing

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Hints and tips for student nurses and newly qualified nurses on how to prepare for your first job

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NHS England | Workforce, training and education

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Welcome to the Student Nursing Hub | NHS England | Workforce, training and education

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Supporting your journey from student to registered nurse This hub is designed to support you from the point of thinking of becoming a nurse through to entering the workforce as a newly registered nurse. Whether you are considering nursing as a career, currently studying, or preparing for your first role, this hub is here to help. This student hub has been developed with students, partners in the NHS, higher education and other health and care sectors. It will be regularly updated. What do nurses do?

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NHS England | Workforce, training and education

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Supporting your journey from student to registered nursing associate

This hub is designed to support you from the point of thinking about becoming a nursing associate through to entering the workforce as a newly qualified nursing associate. Whether you are considering nursing associate as a career, currently studying, or preparing for your first role, this hub is here to help.

This student hub has been developed with students, royal colleges and partners from the NHS, higher education and other health and care sectors. It will be regularly updated.

What do nursing associates do?

Nursing associates work alongside registered nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients across all healthcare settings. You will provide hands-on care, support patients and their families, and play a vital role in multidisciplinary teams.

As a nursing associate, you will work in diverse environments including hospitals, community services, care homes, GP practices, and specialist units. Your role bridges the gap between healthcare assistants and registered nurses, bringing a unique perspective to patient care whilst developing your clinical skills and knowledge.

Why do student nursing associates matter?

Students are vital as they represent the future nursing associate workforce. You contribute to safe, effective patient care whilst learning and developing your professional skills. The fresh perspective and dedication from student nursing associates help shape the future of healthcare delivery across England.

Where do nursing associates work?

Nursing associates have the opportunity to work with people across many different healthcare settings.

Who do nursing associates care for?

Nursing associates work with people of all ages and backgrounds. Some examples of people they care for, but is not limited to, include:

children and young people

adults of all ages

older people, including end of life care

people with mental health conditions

people with a learning disability

people with specific illnesses or conditions

What types of care do nursing associates provide?

Nursing associates can work across many different areas of healthcare. Their broad training means they can provide both physical and mental healthcare. Some nursing associates choose to specialise in specific areas like surgery, diabetes care, or eating disorders. Others work across general healthcare services.

Where do nursing associates work?

Nursing associates work in many different settings:

hospital settings

medical and surgical wards

emergency departments

specialist units

mental health hospitals

hospital settings in prisons and refugee centres

community settings

GP surgeries

health centres

walk-in clinics

specialist community clinics

patients' homes

social care settings

care homes

residential homes

supported living facilities

These are just some examples - there are many more opportunities available. Nursing associates can work anywhere healthcare is delivered, from traditional NHS settings to independent providers, charities, and specialist services.

In all these settings, nursing associates provide essential hands-on care and support their healthcare teams. They work alongside nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective care to patients and their families.

Professional development and standards

The Nursing and Midwifery Council standards set out what is required for practising as a nursing associates, including ongoing professional development and revalidation requirements.

Find out more on our dedicated nursing associate student webpages

Applying as a student nursing associate - information about nursing associate courses, entry requirements, and how to strengthen your application.

Studying and placement support as a healthcare student - resources to help you succeed during your nursing associate training and make the most of your clinical placements.

Searching for my first nursing associate job - guidance on where to find nursing associate vacancies and networking strategies to discover opportunities in your preferred healthcare settings.

Applying for my first nursing associate job - how to write effective applications, CVs and personal statements for nursing associate roles.

Interviewing for my first nursing associate job - preparation tips, common questions, and what to expect in nursing associate interviews.

Preparing for my first nursing associate job - getting ready to start your career as a nursing associate, including preceptorship and professional development.

News and resources for healthcare students - Latest updates, useful links, and additional support for students and newly qualified healthcare professionals.

Your journey to becoming a nursing associate is important to us. Use this hub to find the support and guidance you need at every stage of your career development.

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Welcome to the Student Nursing Associate Hub | NHS England | Workforce, training and education

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Supporting your journey from student to registered nursing associate This hub is designed to support you from the point of thinking about becoming a nursing associate through to entering the workforce as a newly qualified nursing associate. Whether you are considering nursing associate as a career, currently studying, or preparing for your first role, this hub is here to help.

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NHS England | Workforce, training and education

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Welcome to the Student Midwifery Hub | NHS England | Workforce, training and education

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Supporting your journey from student to midwife This hub is designed to support you from the point of thinking of becoming a midwife through to entering the workforce as a newly qualified midwife. Whether you are considering midwifery as a career, currently studying or preparing for your first role, this hub is here to help. This student hub has been developed with students, partners in the NHS, higher education, royal colleges and other health and care sectors. It will be regularly updated. What do midwives do?

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Jenny Ekstrom, NHS England (London), Deputy Head of Clinical Education Transformation

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Social Care Nursing London Careers Webinar for Graduates

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Social Care Nursing London Careers Webinar for Graduates

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Newly graduating nurses looking to start a role in general practice can now undertake a three-month module to gain a better understanding of the role and assist with applications to general practice nursing. this module is free to access here, please click on the link. To note the London region does not require completion of this module in order to apply for a role in Primary Care. However, if you have not had a placement within Primary Care during your training it will help you understand the setting and how your skills and knowledge will translate into this. If you are interested in applying for a programme and are based in London please select from the national providers indicated on the website.

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Nurses looking to start a role in general practice can now undertake a three-month module to gain a better understanding of the role and assist with applications to general practice nursing.

Designed to improve understanding and awareness of general practice, the CNO002 Discovering a Nursing Career in General Practice module is part of a series of training modules endorsed by Chief Nursing Officer for England, Dame Ruth May. It is a national module, providing consistency in learning across the country which is recognised by GPs.

The module is available to nurses and nursing associates at all levels from pre-registration through to registered nurses working in different healthcare settings who want to start a career in general practice.

The three-month module provides an opportunity to gain a better understanding and awareness of primary care and general practice, help nurses and nursing associates to submit a positive application to general practice and help to prepare for interview. It will cover skills and knowledge such as learning how the role fits within the multi-disciplinary team, developing one to one communications skills and understanding how to operate in a primary care environment.

The module is currently being rolled out across the country and will be delivered using a variety of learning techniques from face-to-face learning to virtual reality. It is being delivered through seven universities, details are listed below:

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CNO002 Discovering a Nursing Career in General Practice

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Designed to improve understanding and awareness of general practice, the CNO002 Discovering a Nursing Career in General Practice module is part of a series of training modules endorsed by Chief Nursing Officer for England, Dame Ruth May. It is a national module, providing consistency in learning across the country which is recognised by GPs.

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A live page listing current primary care vacancies across the region.

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Practice Vacancies - NCL ICB General Practice Website

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This section outlines the range of nursing roles available in primary care and explains how to enter and develop a career in general practice.

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This provides detailed information on various roles across primary, secondary, and social care, including progression routes across four categories — Entry Level, Early Career, Mid Career, and Leadership.

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NHS, health and social care careers hub - NHS North East London

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Find the latest jobs, work experience opportunities and careers guidance for roles in the health and social care sector in north east London

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Discover the rewarding and impactful nursing careers in social care. Explore peoples personal stories to help you explore your options.

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Social Care Nursing London Careers Webinar for Graduates 2026

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Social Care Nursing London Careers Webinar for Graduates 2026

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RCN careers resources | Royal College of Nursing

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The RCN careers service has advice on writing your CV, job applications and interviews, what to think about if you’re at a career crossroads and more