District Nurse Team Lead

NHS; Shefford; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Community Nursing Team Lead based in Shefford. This role involves operational management of community nursing teams, supporting complex patient reviews, and mentoring staff. Candidates must be registered nurses with a degree and strong leadership skills, committed to delivering high-quality patient care. Competitive salary ranges from £47,810 to £54,710 per annum.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with significant post-registration nursing experience in a community setting.
• Post-registration qualification in clinical field, e.g., SPQDN (or working towards SPQDN).
• Demonstrable evidence of experience in managing multi-disciplinary staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide day to day operational and line management of community nursing teams.
• Support complex patient reviews and mentor nurse colleagues.
• Manage two caseloads and collaborate with the service manager.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Registered General Nurse

Educated to degree level or equivalent

Nurse Prescriber

Relevant teaching/mentoring qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to progress your leadership skills and be at the forefront of change? We are seeking a Community Nursing Team Leads to work within the Mid Bedfordshire Locality. You will be a strong leader, focused on achieving real improvements in outcomes for patients and will be confident in your ability to support, coach and develop individuals and teams to deliver consistently high quality services. You will be innovative, forward thinking, self-driven with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

You will provide day to day operational and line management of community nursing teams, work alongside clinicians to support complex patient reviews and mentor nurse colleagues. You will manage two caseloads and the aligned staff, working alongside the existing team lead and service manager to support and manage the delivery of high quality person centred care. One post will be based in Shefford Health Centre, aligned to the Shefford Community Nursing teams and the second in Steppingley Hub aligned to the Ampthill Community nursing teams. Due to the nature of the post the applicant must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post.

For further information, or if you would like to arrange a visit prior to interview, please contact Sarah O\'Hare 07773053918 [e-mail]

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people\'s lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted: 26 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year pa

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 363-CHB7158356-A-A

Job locations: Shefford Health Centre, Hitchin Road, Shefford, SG17 5FS

Person Specification

Education and training (Essential)

• Registered General Nurse
• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Post-registration qualification in clinical field e.g. SPQDN (or working towards SPQDN)
• Nurse Prescriber
• Relevant teaching/mentoring qualification and evidence of teaching skills
• Demonstrable evidence of significant post-registration nursing experience in a community setting

Experience (Essential)

• Evidence of and commitment to multi-professional working
• Demonstrate working within a multi-agency environment
• Comprehensive understanding of partnership working
• Application of clinical governance
• Excellent understanding of community health and social care principles and practice
• Understanding of National and Local issues that impact the local population and the roles of others in health and social care
• Experience in managing multi-disciplinary staff
• Experience in managing conflict resolution avoidance
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles for Adults and Children
• Knowledge of health promotion and prevention of illness
• Experience using electronic systems to manage activity and KPI information
• Evidence of specialist holistic assessment and evaluation skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage own time to meet service needs
• Ability to collect and interpret data related to patient activity and nursing care
• Experience monitoring staff and quality of service

Knowledge (Essential)

• Evidence-based practice and up-to-date clinical skills
• Clinical leadership
• Experience with complex assessment of health and social needs
• Ability to oversee multiple caseloads and monitor quality
• Excellent communication using diverse techniques (email, documentation, active listening, verbal)
• Ability to disseminate complex sensitive information

Other (Essential)

• Able to adapt to change
• Able to support staff, patients and carers during times of emotional distress
• Able to work to deadlines and under pressure
• Ability to work independently
• Leadership and motivation skills
• Computer literate
• Willing to meet needs of the service (evenings, weekends and bank holidays)
• Ability to travel throughout locality with access to a vehicle for work purposes

Key Characteristics (Essential)

• Be a positive ambassador for change and a team player
• Be an influential member of the Primary Health Care Team delivering high standards of nursing care

Desirable

• Familiar with SystmOne for single assessment documentation
• Proactive nurse with desire to lead on delivery of quality, holistic care

Disclosures and Sponsorship

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (links not live).

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer: East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Shefford Health Centre, Hitchin Road, Shefford, SG17 5FS