Registered Nurse Jobs Norwich & Norfolk — Flexible Agency RGN Shifts

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for flexible agency work in Norwich or across Norfolk?

Advantage Angels recruits experienced RGNs for flexible agency shifts at care homes, nursing homes and supported living services throughout Norwich, Great Yarmouth, Dereham, Wymondham, Fakenham and the wider Norfolk area. Immediate shifts available now.

Earn £28–£40 per hour. Choose every shift you work. Most nurses are placed within one week of registering.

£28-40
per hour
enhanced nights & weekends
Premium Band Rates
Competitive pay for every specialism
Free Training & DBS
Fully funded and covered by us
Choose Your Own Shifts
Days, nights, weekends — you decide

Flexible RGN Shifts Across Norwich and Norfolk

We offer Registered Nurses flexible agency shifts across care homes and nursing homes throughout Norwich and Norfolk. You choose which shifts you accept and when you work — no fixed rota, no minimum commitment, no pressure to take shifts that do not fit your schedule.

Norwich and the wider Norfolk region has one of the highest concentrations of care homes per capita in the East of England, with consistent demand for experienced NMC-registered nurses year round. Whether you are looking to supplement existing employment at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital or the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in King’s Lynn, or you want agency work as your primary income, we have ongoing shifts available now

What You'll Receive

  • £28.00–£40.00 per hour with enhanced rates for nights, weekends and bank holidays
  • Weekly or monthly pay — your choice
  • Flexible shifts chosen entirely around your availability
  • Free online and practical training
  • Uniform, ID badge and DBS covered
  • NMC revalidation support from our clinical team
  • 24/7 support from our recruitment and operations team
  • Staff referral bonus scheme

Your Responsibilities as a Registered Nurse (RGN)

As a Registered Nurse with Advantage Angels, you will deliver clinical, person-centred care across care homes and nursing homes in Norwich and Norfolk.

Responsibilities include:

    • Administering medication and overseeing clinical care plans
    • Carrying out clinical assessments and monitoring resident health
    • Leading and supporting Healthcare Assistants and wider care teams
    • Liaising with GPs, families and other healthcare professionals
    • Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with NMC standards
    • Helping to create a safe, comfortable and supportive environment for service users

What We're Looking For

    • Active NMC registration with no restrictions
    • A minimum of 6 months paid UK nursing experience in a care home, nursing home or hospital setting — you can find more on national care standards via the Care Quality Commission
    • A genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred clinical care
    • The right to work in the UK
    • Ability to travel to care settings across Norwich and Norfolk — access to your own transport is helpful but not always essential
    • No previous convictions
Contact Our Recruitment Team
Address: Advantage Angels, St Clare House, Princes Street, Ipswich, IP1 1LX
Phone: 0330 1234 630
OOH: 07508 997 877
Email: recruitment@advantageangels.co.uk

Where We Place RGNs Across Norfolk

We place Registered Nurses across care homes, nursing homes and supported living services throughout Norfolk. Our current placements cover Norwich city centre and the surrounding area, with regular shifts available at settings across the county.

Norwich City
Great Yarmouth
Dereham
Wymondham
Fakenham
Sheringham
Attleborough
North Walsham
Holt

Why Choose Agency RGN Work in Norwich?

Agency nursing in Norwich offers something permanent positions rarely do — genuine control over your schedule and access to a much wider range of care settings. Many Registered Nurses in Norfolk use agency work to supplement employment at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital or the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, choosing shifts around existing NHS rotas without the commitment of a second permanent contract.

Others choose agency work as their primary employment — attracted by pay rates that significantly exceed NHS band equivalents, the variety of working across different care homes and settings, and the flexibility to take time off without negotiating leave.

  • Local team available Monday to Sunday 09:00–20:00
  • Shifts available across Norwich city, Great Yarmouth, Dereham, Wymondham and wider Norfolk
  • We know the care homes — we match you to the right setting for your clinical experience
  • Fast registration — most nurses are working within one week
  • 24/7 on-call support for any issues during a shift

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pay rate for registered nurse jobs in Norwich?
We pay between £28.00 and £40.00 per hour for Registered Nurse agency work in Norwich and across Norfolk, with enhanced rates for night shifts, weekend shifts and bank holidays. Agency RGN rates with Advantage Angels are significantly higher than NHS band 5 equivalents, with the added benefit of choosing every shift you work. Weekly or monthly pay options are available.
Can I work agency RGN shifts alongside my NHS role at NNUH?
Yes — many of our Registered Nurses in Norwich use agency work to supplement employment at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital or the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in King's Lynn. Because you choose every shift you accept with no minimum commitment, agency work fits easily around your existing NHS rota without the obligation of a second permanent contract.
Do I need active NMC registration to apply?
Yes — active NMC registration with no restrictions is required for all Registered Nurse roles with Advantage Angels. You will also need a minimum of 6 months paid UK nursing experience in a care home, nursing home or hospital setting. We verify your NMC status as part of the registration process and our team will guide you through every compliance step before your first shift.
How quickly can I start agency nursing work in Norwich?
Once your registration, NMC verification and compliance checks are complete, most Registered Nurses are ready to start working within one week. We work quickly to verify your documents, complete your onboarding and get you booked into shifts across Norwich and Norfolk as soon as everything is in place.
What care settings does Advantage Angels place RGNs in across Norfolk?
We place Registered Nurses in care homes, nursing homes and supported living services across Norwich city, Great Yarmouth, Dereham, Wymondham, Fakenham, Sheringham, Attleborough, North Walsham and Holt. We have strong relationships with care providers across Norfolk, giving our RGNs access to consistent, high-quality shifts throughout the county.
Why choose Advantage Angels over other nursing agencies in Norwich?
Nurseplus has a physical branch in Norwich and is the dominant national agency in the area — but as a smaller, relationship-led agency we offer something they cannot. You deal with the same shift coordinator every time, who knows your experience and preferences personally. We cover your DBS, fund your mandatory training and offer 24/7 on-call support — with a response that does not go through a central call centre.