District Nurse Team Lead

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health trust is seeking a Band 7 District Nurse Team Leader to join their dynamic team in Harrow. This role involves managing patient care, providing clinical leadership, and collaborating on training programs. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in District Nursing and strong leadership skills. Benefits include flexible working options and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and local training

Car lease scheme

Flexible working options

Annual travel card loan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in District Nursing at Band 6.
• First-level registration and District Nurse qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage care to prevent hospital admissions.
• Provide clinical leadership and high-quality community care.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Critical analysis

Negotiation

Resource management

Education

District Nurse/Teaching qualification

First-level registration

3-year District Nursing experience at Band 6

Job description

Job Summary

Are you looking for opportunities to develop your leadership skills and be part of a dynamic Community Nursing Team within Harrow?

The Community Nursing Teams in Harrow are seeking Band 7 District Nurse Team Leaders responsible for providing clinical leadership and managing individuals within the team to deliver high-quality community care.

Main Duties

1. Manage care of patients referred by GPs, aiming to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions through assessments, care planning, and coordination with other agencies.
2. Communicate regularly with GPs, participate in meetings, and plan care and treatments to reduce hospital admissions.
3. Maintain clinical credibility by providing high standards of evidence-based care and applying clinical leadership to improve practice.
4. Collaborate with the Clinical Development lead to organize and develop training programs for District Nurses.

About Us

We care about our patients’ wellbeing and yours! We offer:

• Comprehensive induction and local training
• Car lease scheme (*T&C's apply)
• Flexible working options
• Annual travel card loan
• Career development opportunities

For more benefits, visit: here

Job Details

Date posted: 16 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £51,883 to £58,544 per annum (including HCAS)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: Honeypot Lane Health Centre, 839 Honeypot Lane, Stanmore, HA7 1AT

Responsibilities

Please refer to the detailed job description, person specification, and Trust values for specific skills, knowledge, and experience required.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications (Essential)

• First-level registration
• 3-year District Nursing experience at Band 6
• District Nurse/Teaching qualification
• Nurse prescribing appropriate to role
• Evidence of CPD relevant to the role
• Team management experience
• Relevant specialist courses

Desirable Qualifications

• Management qualification or willingness to pursue
• Degree progression evidence

Knowledge & Experience (Essential)

• Mentorship experience at pre and post-registration levels
• Leadership and management experience
• Experience with appraisal, clinical supervision, and managing teams
• Experience dealing with difficult situations
• Knowledge of NHS legislation and clinical governance

Desirable Experience

• Developing strategies, guidelines, and policies

Skills, Abilities & Attributes (Essential)

• Critical analysis
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Teaching, presentation, and facilitation skills
• Resource management
• IT proficiency and data entry
• Negotiation and conflict resolution
• Quality care assessment and benchmarking
• Prioritization skills
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle
• Moving and handling skills in confined spaces

Desirable Skills

• Project management
• Understanding HR issues

Additional Information

This role is subject to a DBS check and requires current UK professional registration. For more info, visit the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Central London Community Health Trust

Address: Honeypot Lane Health Centre, 839 Honeypot Lane, Stanmore, HA7 1AT

Website: https://clch.nhs.uk/