Community Matron

North East London NHS; Romford; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Romford is seeking a Band 7 Community Matron to deliver high-quality patient care. This role offers the opportunity to develop clinical and leadership skills while managing complex cases in a supportive environment. Join a dedicated team committed to modern healthcare and patient-centered service.

Benefits

Health and Wellbeing Support

Flexible Working

Employee Wellbeing Initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience managing complex caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload to optimize service delivery.
• Deliver integrated care in collaboration with GPs and Social Services.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Conflict Management

Education

Registered Nurse

Mentoring Course Completion

Job description

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00)

Job ref: 395-HV684-24-C

Employer: NELFT NHS Foundation Trust

Employer type: NHS

Site: Havering Central Locality

Town: Romford

Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 PA (plus HCAS)

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 21/04/2025 23:59

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NHS AfC: Band 7

Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London, Essex, Kent and Medway. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas.

The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives and staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest heavily in your development, because when you are valued and supported, we provide the best care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been featured in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for three consecutive years, and we have achieved a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Along with our staff networks and training opportunities, we work hard to embed a just and compassionate culture here at NELFT.

Find out more about NELFT careers and what makes our Trust a great place to work, in this video

Job overview

Band 7 Community Matron - 37.5 hours per week

North East London Foundation Trust has an exciting opportunity for a Community Matron in Romford Clinic, ICT Central.

Are you looking for a new challenge, committed to high-quality patient care, and eager to be part of a team where your ideas are valued? Then look no further!

We are dedicated to modern healthcare and providing excellent service to our patients, presenting great career opportunities for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This role offers a chance to develop your clinical and leadership skills and enhance your knowledge of long-term conditions.

If you are an overseas-qualified nurse interested in becoming a UK-registered nurse with the NMC, you can check your eligibility to be supported through our Capital Nurse consortium at https://www.capitalnurselondon.co.uk/how-to-apply/. While NELFT welcomes overseas nurses, applications must be submitted through the Capital Nurse London group.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as a complex case manager independently. Responsibilities include delivering integrated care in collaboration with GPs, Social Services, and third sector organizations, facilitating early discharge, and preventing unnecessary hospital admissions while supporting healthcare closer to home.

The service operates from 09:00 - 17:00, Monday to Friday. The post holder must support their team and organization in achieving the Trust’s values. Requirements include being a Registered Nurse with at least 2 years of community experience managing complex caseloads, utilizing advanced nursing skills such as assessment and prescribing.

They will work within and across professional boundaries, liaising with GPs, other healthcare professionals, and voluntary agencies to deliver personalized care.

Working for our organization

Probationary Period

This post is subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt unless they are already in a probationary period or are bank staff.

Induction and Support

New starters will join on the first Monday of each month, undertaking a comprehensive two-week induction, including mandatory and systems training, equipment allocation, and engagement activities. Inductions are held at our Rainham head office.

High Cost Area Supplement – London

This role attracts a 15% supplement of the basic salary (minimum £4,551, maximum £5,735 per annum pro rata).

Certificates of Sponsorship

We are a registered sponsor but cannot offer sponsorship for all roles. Check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Use of AI: Applications should be written by the applicant. Use of AI tools may lead to application rejection, but support for disability-related needs is available.

The Community Matron will:

• Manage a caseload to optimize service delivery.
• Use quality improvement tools to review and improve practice.
• Access clinical supervision and professional support.
• Support and supervise colleagues, providing targeted education and development.
• Engage in performance management and personal development planning.

Demonstrate clinical and professional leadership, particularly in developing services for Long Term Conditions.

Please refer to the attached Job description and Person specification for more details about the role and working at NELFT. We encourage you to review these documents carefully when completing your application.

Person specification

Essential

• Putting people first
• Must be a prescriber
• Minimum 5 years as a Registered Nurse
• Mentoring course completion
• Experience of collaborative working
• Leadership and change management experience
• Conflict management skills
• Ability to interpret clinical data
• Advanced practitioner with expert clinical skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS frameworks and policies
• Basic IT skills
• Experience managing long-term conditions

Additional

• Post-registration education evidence (e.g., nurse practitioner courses)

Benefits

We support holistic employee wellbeing, including equality initiatives, flexible working, health and wellbeing support, and recognition as a top family-friendly employer. Details are available via our benefits link.

We promote flexible working arrangements to suit individual needs.

Supporting our Armed Forces

We are committed to the Armed Forces Covenant, offering support and additional leave for reservists and military spouses.

Equal opportunities

We encourage applications from all community sections regardless of protected characteristics. We are a Disability Confident employer. For accessible application formats, contact the recruitment team.

Correspondence

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Applicant requirements

Appropriate UK registration required. The role is subject to DBS disclosure under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.