Community Matron

OneMedical Group Ltd; Alcombe; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Community Matron in Minehead to provide advanced clinical assessment and care for adults with complex, long-term conditions. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse with experience in community nursing and knowledge of NHS policies. Responsibilities include coordinating care pathways and working with multidisciplinary teams to support patient needs. This role offers a competitive salary of £46,500 - £50,000 per annum (FTE) and exceptional benefits including NHS Pension, annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

NHS Pension with 20.6% Employer Contribution

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Paid for Indemnity cover

Enhanced Maternity; Paternity / Adoption pay

Cycle to work scheme

Support with Relocation

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting older adults with complex long-term conditions.
• Significant post-registration experience in community or primary care.
• Experience of managing complex caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical assessment and management of patients.
• Lead and coordinate clinical care pathways with various stakeholders.
• Deliver proactive clinical care including falls risk assessments.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Relationship building

Multidisciplinary working

Knowledge of NHS policy

Education

Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration

Independent Nurse Prescriber (V300)

Tools

EMIS

Job description

Community Matron - Minehead Medical Centre

Location: Community-based – Minehead Medical Centre & patient homes

Hours: Part‑time 20 hours available (Full‑time 40 hours)

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis and management of adults with complex, long‑term conditions — including frail, elderly and housebound patients — in their homes, care homes and community healthcare settings.
• Deliver proactive clinical care, including falls risk assessment, polypharmacy review, and anticipatory care planning.
• Work closely with families, carers and social care teams to support older patients with complex needs.

Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and coordinate clinical care pathways with GPs, community nursing, care homes, therapy teams, social care and voluntary organisations.
• Support the development of proactive frailty identification and early intervention within the practice and PCN.

Full details of all responsibilities are provided in the Job Description.

About you – ideal candidate

You will be someone who enjoys building strong, trusting relationships with patients and their families. Given the needs of our local population, experience in supporting older adults – including frailty, geriatrics, care homes or complex long‑term conditions – is highly valued.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
• Independent Nurse Prescriber (V300)
• Significant post‑registration experience in community or primary care, managing complex caseloads
• Experience of multi‑agency, multidisciplinary working
• Knowledge of current NHS policy, community nursing models, and primary care priorities

System used

EMIS

Location: Minehead Medical Centre, 2 Irnham Road, Minehead, TA24 5DL

Why join us?

• Salary £46,500 ‑ £50,000 per annum FTE (20 hour per week, shifts will be discussed during interview)
• NHS Pension with 20.6% Employer Contribution
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro‑rata, if part‑time)
• Extra days of leave for work anniversary each year
• Paid for Indemnity cover
• Enhanced Maternity; Paternity / Adoption pay
• Participation in OMG's refer a friend scheme
• Continued personal and professional development
• 24/7 free access to an Employee Assistance Program run by awarding winning Health Assured
• Eye care scheme – free eye test plus a contribution towards glasses
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support with Relocation

Working at OneMedical Group

OneMedical Group is a nationally operating, family‑owned healthcare organisation dedicated to building a healthier future for all. Since our founding in 2004 in Yorkshire, we have grown from a small, community‑focused company to a leading provider of NHS primary care, urgent care, community services – and an innovator in healthcare property and estate solutions.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

OneMedical Group is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. Throughout the recruitment process we want all candidates to be at their best. If you would like to discuss the support options available during the recruitment process please contact our recruitment team.