Nursing In Mansfield: Studying, working, and living guide
Find out about nursing in Mansfield - where nurses can find jobs, the hospitals they might work in, colleges & universities to study in, plus living information.
Mansfield is a market town in Nottinghamshire, England.
Mansfield is known for its industrial heritage and natural beauty. Legend says the outlaw Robin Hood lived in Sherwood Forest in the heart of Mansfield, Nottinghamshire.
Mansfield could be an ideal place for Nurses to relocate to for study and work.
From cost of living and travel through to culture and nightlife, here is an end-to-end guide for Nurses wanting to study or work in Mansfield.
Where do Nurses work in Mansfield?
There are numerous medical faculties across Mansfield that are looking for registered Nurses and carers.
Mansfield Community Hospital
Sherwood Oaks. (Mental Health)
Barchester Forest Care Centre (Nursing Home)
King’s Mills Hospital (Sutton-In Ashfield)
There are hundreds of live vacancies for Nurses throughout Mansfield for anyone wishing to live and work there.
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Cygnet Hospital Sherwood - Cygnet
Find nursing jobs in Mansfield at Cygnet Hospital Sherwood, operated by the mental healthcare provider, Cygnet. You will find career information about this facility. And, if they have any live vacancies, you can browse Cygnet's jobs for Nurses (RMNs and RNLDs) as well as Support Workers in Mansfield.
Where do aspiring Nurses study in Mansfield?
For those wanting to develop their knowledge and skills of the nursing and health professions in Mansfield there are numerous study options.
Vision West Nottinghamshire College offers a selective number of HealthCare courses which have start dates for September.
There is no university in Mansfield, however Nottingham Trent University offers nursing courses at their Mansfield Campus (Mansfield Hub University Centre)). It was named Modern University of the Year in The Times Good University Guide 2024. Nursing courses start in September.
Less than an hour’s train journey away from Mansfield is The University of Nottingham. This is a public research University and offers on site nursing courses specialising in adult, child, and mental health, while an online undergraduate course is also available.
There are multiple campuses including the Queen’s Medical Centre, part of Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, while Nottingham City Hospital also offers purpose-built university facilities.
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The average monthly rental in Mansfield is around £700 per month which is slightly lower than other towns and cities in the UK.
Where do Nurses live in Mansfield?
Nurses live all over Mansfield and the surrounding areas.
Amongst the best places to live in Mansfield are:
Mansfield town Centre.
Has everything students, nurses, and professionals need from brilliant transport links to local and multinational shops plus a huge array of night-time options.
Berry Hill.
One of the most popular areas in Mansfield due to its tranquil surroundings and convenient access to local school and amenities.
Forest Town.
This area is surrounded by green spaces, great schools and has good transport links with the town centre.
Nottingham City Centre.
One of the most popular places for Students and Nurses to live in given its proximity to the University of Nottingham. It has endless shops and bars and is less than an hour from Mansfield.
What are the living costs for Nurses in Mansfield?
Mansfield is cheaper to live in than many other towns and cities across the United Kingdom and ranks in the top 50 most affordable places in the country.
Here is a general guide to some of the different costs of living in Mansfield.
The average price for a home in Mansfield is currently £196,666 which is below the national average of £293,000 – according to Rightmove.
The average rental price for a property in Mansfield is £700 per month. But if you are looking to rent a room in a shared house, the average cost is just over £450 depending on the area of Mansfield.
Council tax costs vary across the city. But many people reside in a Band B property or similar, which means paying £1.852.66 a year, which works out to just over £154 per month.
Other bills like shopping and utilities are priced the same as the rest of the UK. Eating out and entertainment may be a little more expensive than average but is dependent on where you visit.
Is travel easy in Mansfield?
Travel is easy in Mansfield, aided by its closeness to Nottingham which is recognised as the least car dependent city in the country.
A popular travel option for the local people in Mansfield is by foot or bike.
Mansfield can be reached from multiple locations by train. There are direct trains to Mansfield and Nottingham while London can be accessed within two and a half hours.
The M1 in addition to the A60 (Nottingham to Worksop Road) and A38 (To Derby) pass close to Mansfield for those travelling by road. London to Mansfield is within a 2 hours 30-minute drive while Nottingham is less than 1 hour away.
The nearest airport to Mansfield is East Midlands Airport which flies to destinations across the UK, US, and Europe.
What to do in Mansfield: Walks, culture, nightlife and eating out
There are lots of places to visit and experience in Mansfield, From daytime attractions to restaurants and nightclubs.
Culture and attractions
Depending on your interests and where you want to spend you free time the town has a lot to offer in terms of culture and attractions.
Sherwood Forest famed for its association with the legendary Robin Hood is one of the most popular attractions in the area. An ancient royal forest, it offers a variety of options for a day out from riding mountain bikes to finding hidden characters from the Gruffalo story, playing in the Robin Hood hideout, to following walking trails or even trying Disc Golf. Any of these options or just a wander in the forest grounds would make a wonderful and adventurous day out for Nurses who love to explore.
The Dukeries Cycle Trial, a 32-mile route which covers historic and industrial sites between Manfield and Worksop also passes through Sherwood Forest.
Another place to visit is White Post Farm Centre, just fifteen minutes from Mansfield centre, which offers a unique day out with the opportunity to explore its 25 acres of land hosting over 3,000 animals, making for an ideal day out for Nurses and their families or friends.
Other attractions to indulge in include Mansfield Museum, Titchfield Park, Vicar Water Country Park, Mansfield Fire Museum, nearby Beeston Marina and for those looking for a spot of retail therapy, the East Midlands Designer Outlet.
For nurses interested in music Mansfield covers all genres and tastes at the Mansfield Palace Theatre, CANVAS (Live music venue) and the historic Swan public house which also stages live performances.
Mansfield Town Football Club after promotion in 2024 will compete for the first time in EFL League One of the Football League and host home games at the (One Call Stadium) Field Mill.
Nightlife and eating out
Mansfield offers a wealth of options for nightlife, with more bars and clubs than you would ever need while every viable option for eating out is within easy reach.
Highlights include:
The Teahouse. Friendly and welcoming quaint tea room offering a range of breakfast and lunch items.
Andwhynot Bar and Restaurant. Popular place for the locals with excellent food and drink choices.
Ciao Bella, Mansfield’s Number one restaurant according to TripAdvisor.
Ling Forest Inn. Popular place for night out with students given its great atmosphere and quiz nights and plenty of drink choices.
The options are endless...
What are the school options in Mansfield?
There are many schools in Mansfield for you to send your children to school. Choosing a school for your children to attend is down to personal preference.
There are 47 schools in Mansfield which includes 45 state funded schools, Overall, there are 16 private independent schools in Nottinghamshire.
There are lots of Ofsted Outstanding and Good rated schools in Mansfield and surrounding areas.
Population and demographics in Mansfield
Here are some of the stand-out population and demographic facts in Mansfield.
Mansfield has a population of 110,600.
Manfield's population density is 3,735 people per square kilometre.
Mansfield is Nottinghamshire’s largest market town.
Mansfield was the chief town of Sherwood Forest (the legendary base for Robin Hood).
4.1% of Mansfield's population is unemployed.
In summary: is Mansfield a good place to be a Nurse?
Mansfield is a good place to live but is a city with lots of attractions and amenities.
Vision West Nottinghamshire college, Nottingham Trent University Mansfield Hub University Centre, and Nottingham University are wonderful places to study and train to become a nurse.
Travel to and from Mansfield is easy as most people travel by public transport or foot.
Living costs are a little cheaper than other major cities and there is lots of work on offer.
Average salary for nurse in Mansfield £35,000 per a year.
So, your salary as a registered Nurse goes much further in Mansfield.
Here are a couple of examples:
As a newly qualified Nurse on an NHS Band 5 salary, if you rented a house, you would still have just over £1500 left in your pocket each month for everything else. Your disposable income in the Southeast would barely reach half of this figure, for example.
As a Band 6 Nurse, you would easily be able to borrow enough money to buy a joint mortgage for an average-priced flat in Mansfield. In fact, in many parts your salary would cover the cost of buying a house.
As a nursing student or Nurse in Mansfield, you will have an excellent quality of life with lots of things to do.
