Bank Nurse

Job summary

Are you an NMC Registered Nurse in the UK wanting control and flexibility to work the shifts that fit around your lifestyle? Whether you are an RMN (Mental Health Nurse) or RNLD (Learning Disability Nurse), if you are looking for extra shifts to boost your income or the flexibility to work the days that suit you, join the staff bank at Thornford Park Hospital and, after completing a paid two-week induction, youll have access to available nursing bank shifts to choose from. As a Nurse on our Bank, there is no minimum number of hours youll be required to work, though it is recommended to work as often as you can to keep your knowledge and familiarity with the service at a good level. Weekday, nights and weekend shifts are regularly available, which are easy to view and book through an app. Within a few taps youll have the nursing shifts secured that you want. There is the potential future option to work bank shifts regionally at other Elysium services across the area. Whether your nursing experience is from the NHS or private sector, you can join the team as a Bank Nurse (RMN or RNLD) with an hourly rate that includes a 12.07% uplift to cover annual leave, plus have access to a range of benefits. What you will be doing As a Bank Nurse, you will provide high-quality evidence-based support to service users in our care, and work as part of the team, supporting colleagues and always putting the needs of service users first.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Nurse with Elysium Healthcare, you will have the opportunity to work various shifts that suit your lifestyle, with the flexibility of zero-hour contracts. You'll be part of the staff bank at Thornford Park Hospital, assisting and supporting patients in their recovery and rehabilitation. With shifts being easy to book through an app, you can choose to work shifts at other Elysium services regionally. This role is suitable for both RMN (Mental Health Nurse) and RNLD (Learning Disability Nurse) professionals. You'll provide high-quality, evidence-based support to service users, always putting their needs first. The position offers a two-week paid induction and includes a 12.07% holiday allowance uplift in the hourly rate. Additional benefits include free meals and parking, mandatory training, and wellbeing support and activities. Your experience, whether from the NHS or the private sector, is welcome.

About us

Elysium Healthcare, a prominent name in the healthcare sector with over 8,000 employees, delivers exceptional care through a network of more than 90 services across England and Wales. These services span a range of specialties, including Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium extends its global reach across 10 countries, employing over 86,000 people worldwide. The company values a unique approach to care delivery, promising its employees opportunities for growth and career advancement. Elysium Healthcare prides itself on promoting and safeguarding the welfare of its service users, necessitating safer recruitment practices for all appointments. By joining Elysium, you become an integral part of a stable, agile company committed to making a difference in healthcare.

Details

• Date posted: 15 October 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £16.79 to £18.82 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1564068919
• Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Thatcham, RG19 8ET, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Are you an NMC Registered Nurse in the UK wanting control and flexibility to work the shifts that fit around your lifestyle?

Whether you are an RMN (Mental Health Nurse) or RNLD (Learning Disability Nurse), if you are looking for extra shifts to boost your income or the flexibility to work the days that suit you, join the staff bank at Thornford Park Hospital and, after completing a paid two-week induction, you’ll have access to available nursing bank shifts to choose from.

As a Nurse on our Bank, there is no minimum number of hours you’ll be required to work, though it is recommended to work as often as you can to keep your knowledge and familiarity with the service at a good level.

Weekday, nights and weekend shifts are regularly available, which are easy to view and book through an app. Within a few taps you’ll have the nursing shifts secured that you want. There is the potential future option to work bank shifts regionally at other Elysium services across the area.

Whether your nursing experience is from the NHS or private sector, you can join the team as a Bank Nurse (RMN or RNLD) with an hourly rate that includes a 12.07% uplift to cover annual leave, plus have access to a range of benefits.

What you will be doing As a Bank Nurse, you will provide high-quality evidence-based support to service users in our care, and work as part of the team, supporting colleagues and always putting the needs of service users first.

As a Nurse at Elysium, you’ll get to experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like as you make a real difference to some of the most vulnerable people in society, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated as you’re rewarded and enjoy a fulfilling nursing role. The service operates 24/7 with 12.5 hour standard shifts. As a nurse on our bank you’ll be on a zero hour contract, giving you the freedom to choose the shifts you want to work.

Things that 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 good sense of humour

What you will get

• Hourly rate of £16.79 PH (plus12.07% holiday allowance uplift - £18.82)
• Two-week paid induction
• App access to book shifts easily and quickly
• Free meals and parking
• Mandatory training
• Wellbeing support and activities
• Flexible working

The option to progress into a permanent role to unlock a wealth of further benefits and career development pathways to grow your career is also available.

Where you will be working

Location: Thornford Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ET

You will work at Thornford Park which is a combination of medium secure and low secure units and rehabilitation flats. The service provides a seamless internal care pathway supporting and empowering patients in their recovery and rehabilitation.

You will work alongside the multidisciplinary to provide personalised assessment and treatment programmes for males with mental illness/ complex care needs as well as those with personality disorder. Service users may have histories of offending and/or may have failed in previous placements.

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. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).