At Kate Cowhig we are currently recruiting permanent full-time positions for band 5 nurses in medicine, surgery, theatre and ICU within the Royal Berkshire NHS Trust. Interviews will be held in Porto, Portugal so login and apply now!
About Royal Berkshire NHS Trust
The Royal Berkshire NHS Trust is one of the largest general hospitals in the UK, providing both acute medical and surgical services to Reading and across Berkshire, accommodating over 500 staff members and 720 beds. Located in Reading, Berkshire, the hospital is only 25 minutes away from Heathrow Airport.

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Salary & Benefits
- NHS Band 5 Salary: £21,478-£27,901 (€25,317-€32,215) approx. depending on experience
- Permanent NHS Contract
- Paid Annual Leave – 27 Days & 8 public holidays
- The opportunity to gain valuable clinical experience to add to your CV
- 37.5 hours a week with extra shifts available
- Exceptional opportunities for fully funded further study
- Assistance with your Accommodation – FIRST MONTH FREE!
- ‘Meet and greet’ upon your arrival
- The ability to travel with your nurse friends
Requirements
- You must have completed a Degree in Nursing
- Have/be eligible for NMC registration in the UK
- Show a passion for nursing and an eagerness to learn and develop your skills
- Outstanding communication skills with patients and family members is a must
- You must be able to work well in a team, showing enthusiasm and staying energetic in what can be a fast paced environment
About Reading
Reading is a large town in the county of Berkshire, England and was recently rated the 8th best micro city in Europe for quality of life. Reading is also home to the famous Reading Festival which takes place on the August bank holiday weekend every year, attracting people from all across the world. To see what else the vibrant and cultural town of Reading has to offer, click here.
Useful Facts
- The currency is Pound Sterling which can be withdrawn from cash machines or through a bank
- The language most commonly spoken is English.
- Reading does not have it’s own airport, but is only 25 minutes away from Heathrow Airport
- Although it doesn’t have it’s own airport, it does have a railway station and bus and taxi services to help you travel
- Internet is easily accessible and there are numerous Internet Cafes throughout the town
We Need You
If you like the sound of working in a large hospital in a vibrant and exciting town that is brimming with culture then please apply. A position at the Royal Berkshire Hospital could be the start of a rewarding, challenging and exciting career in nursing that will expand your knowledge and experience. Apply to Kate Cowhig by either logging in and applying or registering for an account and uploading your CV today.
Portuguese nurses, interviews will be held in Porto from the 21st to 23rd October 2014. So make sure that your CV is uploaded and that you have applied for the role to be in with a chance of an interview!
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