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Registered Learning Disability NurseNHS

Wellington, TA21 9FF Permanent £39,239
Posted 22 September 2026 Closing date 22 October 2026
Bishop's Lydeard Rail Station (5.2 miles, direct) Bishops Lydeard (West Somerset Railway) (5.2 miles, direct) Temp Bus Station (25.1 miles, direct)

Job summary

Are you an experienced Learning Disability Nurse looking for a new opportunity where you will be valued and invested in, with opportunities to develop and grow your career to achieve your goals? Do you want to work in an environment where kindness and teamwork defines your day-to-day? Then join the team at Wellesley Hospital in Wellington and come and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As an experienced Learning Disability Nurse from the NHS or private sector in the UK, you can join a multidisciplinary team that works well together to change lives for the better as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Your career at Elysium will be rewarding and fulfilled, where you can take pride in knowing that you've made a difference. While you're caring for service users, improving their lives and looking out for your colleagues, we'll be looking after you. With Wellbeing support and activities to support your mental health, a range of benefits that can save you money and make a difference, and development to nurture your career. What you will be doing As a qualified Learning Disa

Main duties of the job

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Learning Disability Nurse seeking an environment of growth and value. At Elysium Healthcare, you will join a dedicated team at Wellesley Hospital in Wellington. This hospital provides a supportive space for men and women with mental health conditions and learning disabilities. As a key team member, you will deliver compassionate, high-quality care, and collaborate closely with your colleagues. Your responsibilities will include assessing, planning, and evaluating care, providing mentorship, and maintaining accurate records. The role requires a nursing qualification, NMC registration, teamwork skills, and a commitment to evidence-based practice. In return, Elysium Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, leave arrangements, career development, well-being support, and more.

Job description

Are you an experienced Learning Disability Nurse looking for a new opportunity where you will be valued and invested in, with opportunities to develop and grow your career to achieve your goals? Do you want to work in an environment where kindness and teamwork defines your day-to-day?  Then join the team at Wellesley Hospital in Wellington and come and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

As an experienced Learning Disability Nurse from the NHS or private sector in the UK, you can join a multidisciplinary team that works well together to change lives for the better as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.  Your career at Elysium will be rewarding and fulfilled, where you can take pride in knowing that you've made a difference. While you're caring for service users, improving their lives and looking out for your colleagues, we'll be looking after you. With Wellbeing support and activities to support your mental health, a range of benefits that can save you money and make a difference, and development to nurture your career.

What you will be doing

As a qualified Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD), you will ensure men and women with mental health conditions in Mental Health service receive high-quality care, while also supporting your colleagues and promoting positive teamwork.

The wards are busy, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated, and a good amount of routine and variety. Your day-to-day will include:

  • Providing high-quality, effective and compassionate nursing care to service users
  • Being responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care
  • Providing mentorship and support to team members
  • Observing, recording and reporting all service user changes, and maintaining accurate records of care provided

Skills and knowledge you will have:

  • A relevant nursing qualification
  • NMC registration
  • Strong team-working skills
  • A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach
  • A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate
  • A commitment to high-quality care and to values and evidence-based practice

Where you will be working:

Location: Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9FF

You will be working at Wellesley Hospital, a purpose built 101 bed hospital in Wellington (Somerset) for men and women with mental health needs.

There are 6 wards for people with mental health needs and 1 ward for people with Learning Disabilities and Autism.

The Wellesley Hospital built in 2017 works alongside Devon Partnership NHS Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Foundation Trust, Cornwall Foundation Trust, 2gether Foundation Trust,  and Livewell to deliver the best possible environment for patients with mental health issues.

What you will get:

  • At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
  • Annual base salary of £39,239
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
  • Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
  • Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
  • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
  • Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
  • Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
  • 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
  • Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
  • Pension contribution, to help secure your future
  • Free/subsidised meals and onsite free parking

About your next employer:

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is a well-established and dynamic healthcare provider with over 8,000 employees. Operating a broad network of over 90 services across England and Wales, the organisation covers a range of areas including Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global entity extending across 10 countries with over 86,000 employees worldwide. Committed to quality and inclusive recruitment, Elysium is a Disability Confident employer. The company values the well-being and development of its employees, offering a nurturing environment for professional growth and ensuring excellent care delivery across its services.

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