District Nursing Team Leader, North East

TN United Kingdom; Bicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to community nursing in Oxfordshire. This role offers registered nurses with leadership experience the chance to lead teams in delivering high-quality patient care in home settings. With a focus on professional development and NHS initiatives, you will play a vital role in shaping community care. Enjoy benefits like tailored training, career progression, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of patients and contribute to outstanding healthcare delivery.

Benefits

Career Progression

Tailored Training

NHS Discounts

Lease and Cycle Schemes

Employee Support Programs

Staff Accommodation

Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Evidence of Level 6 and Level 7 academic study.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to deliver high standards of patient care in homes.
• Provide evidence-based nursing care and solve clinical challenges.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

IT Literacy

Evidence-Based Care

Professional Development

Education

Registered General Nurse (adult)

Level 6 Academic Study

Level 7 Academic Study

Job description

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District Nursing Team Leader, North East, Bicester

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Client:

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Bicester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job overview

Could your nursing career be with us?

Due to career progression within our district nursing service, we are offering an opportunity for registered nurses with leadership experience to join our dedicated team providing community care in Oxfordshire.

Main duties of the job

Our Team Leaders are passionate about community nursing, leading teams to deliver high standards of patient care in patients' homes. They work autonomously, providing evidence-based nursing care and solving clinical challenges creatively. The role involves ongoing developments in community care aligned with NHS initiatives and recognition of the value of District Nurse Specialist Practitioner qualifications.

Working for our organisation

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive health and social care across Oxfordshire and surrounding areas, delivering services at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and homes. Our vision is to deliver 'Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team' with values of 'Caring, safe and excellent'.

Benefits include career progression, tailored training, annual leave, NHS discounts, lease and cycle schemes, employee support programs, staff accommodation, and inclusion initiatives.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role is suitable for nurses with leadership experience, from community or other healthcare sectors, including care homes, hospitals, and practice nursing. Support for career development includes advanced clinical practice and leadership training, regular supervision, and comprehensive training programs.

Working patterns:

The service operates 7 days a week, with shifts from 0800-1830, including options for 0800-1600, 1030-1630, or 0800-1830 shifts.

Applicants should demonstrate their suitability through the supporting statement in their application, referring to the job description and person specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Evidence of Level 6 academic study or equivalent writing skills
• Registered General Nurse (adult)
• Current NMC registration
• Evidence of Level 7 academic study

Skills and experience

• IT literacy and clinical leadership experience
• Understanding of clinical governance and evidence-based care
• Ongoing professional development

Experience

• Management or leadership experience in healthcare or extensive clinical nursing experience with leadership responsibilities
• Experience with implementing change and managing challenging situations
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice and previous district nursing experience

All new hires will undergo a thorough induction, and appointment is contingent upon satisfactory references. The organisation supports flexible working and is committed to diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding. Oxford's research excellence is highlighted, with collaborations across various departments and research centers.