IPU Team Leader. Job in Lewes Education & Training Jobs

St Peter & St James Hospice; Lewes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of palliative care as an IPU Team Leader. This role allows you to support clinical team members in delivering compassionate care, as you leverage your nursing experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Enjoy part-time hours with a commitment to professional development and autonomy in your work.

Benefits

Annual leave of 27 days

Company sick pay scheme

Professional development and training opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experienced Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• Educated to degree level (level 6).
• Ability to demonstrate leadership through engagement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient-centred care.
• Collaborate in Multi-Disciplinary Teams.
• Provide mentorship to students and junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Advanced communication

Clinical expertise

Empathy

Collaboration

Education

Degree level education (level 6)

NMC registration

Commitment to undertake level 6 study in leadership

Job description

Are you driven to support and empower clinical team members in delivering compassionate high-quality care for patients living with life-limiting illnesses

AtSt Peter & St James Hospice we are seeking an IPU Team Leaderto join our dedicated team. This is a perfectopportunity for a compassionate skilled and proactive nurse who wantsdeliver expert palliative and end-of-life care in a supportive and collaborative environment. This role is a great opportunity for an experienced nurseready to take the next step in their career without (yet) having the responsibilities of an IPU Ward Manager.

• Location:St Peter & St James Hospice Haywards Heath BN8 4ED
• Salary:Clinical Band 6 30468- 36688.80per annum (38085- 45861FTE) dependent on experience
• Hours:Part-time 30hours per week
• Closing Date:6th June2025

Your role will involve:

• Deliver high-quality patient-centred care by holistically addressingneeds promoting dignity and independence.
• Collaborate and Lead in Multi-Disciplinary Teams.
• Use clinical expertise and advanced communication to assess complex symptoms interpret investigations and support end-of-life discussions and decision-making.
• Support a range of healthcare professionals and volunteers overseeing performance recruitment and development.
• Providingteaching and mentorship to students and junior staff supportingprofessional development.
• Contributingto Governance and Quality Improvement

We introduced the role of IPU Team Leader to support the IPU Ward Manager in delivering operational management ofRegistered Nurses Nursing AssistantsHealthcare Assistants as well as IPU Ward Volunteers. This post will provide necessary support in managing our growing and varied team of clinical professionals and progressing towards our organisational aims and vision.

Who are we looking for:

• Experienced Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• Educated to degree level (level 6).
• Commitment to undertake level 6 study in leadership (if not obtained already).
• Naturally inclined to lead by example inspiring others and developing their skills to collectively delivery excellent care.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership through engagement with innovation in practice.
• Ability to demonstrate an empathic and collaborative approach to the Team leader role.

Why join us

• Autonomous meaningful work Provide expert palliative care working closely with patients families and healthcare professionals.
• Supportive team Work alongside experienced nurses doctors and specialists in a compassionate environment.
• Professional development We offer training leadership opportunities and funding for further education to help you grow in your career.
• Flexible and rewarding A role that allows you to manage your workload effectively while making a tangible impact on peoples lives.

Whether you are an expert in palliative and end-of-life care or are new to thefield we welcome applications from qualified nurses who will actively support the Trusts mission to deliver high quality care and meet the needs of patients across all hospice services.

There are a variety of shiftsavailable so please let us know what your preference is as we appreciate that a healthy work/life balance enhances performance and engagement.

See the full job description andperson specificationfor the role at the bottom of the webpage.

For more information or an informal discussion about the role please contact Alice Thomas IPU Ward Managerat We look forward to hearing from you!

The Organisation

St Peter & St James Hospice is a leading provider of specialist palliative and end of life care for our Mid-Sussex community.

People affected by life-limiting illness are central to everything we do and it is our mission to ensure they receive the best possible care in the right place at the right time.

Our services are free of charge can be accessed at home in a care setting or at the Hospice in North Chailey.

We achieve our goals through the organisations talented people by attracting retaining and developing a highly skilled diverse and engaged workforce.

Over 150 employees and 400 volunteers work in a variety of roles across our Clinical Services Retail and Support Functions. If youre looking to put your skills to use in an organisation that makes a difference for its local community and values Compassion Integrity Accountability Excellence and Inclusivity then click Apply Now!

The Benefits

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The Values

• Innovation

We are creative and fearless in our work.

• Accountability

We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.

• Teamwork

We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.

27 days holiday

Company sick pay scheme

Enhanced maternity/adoption pay

Monthly occupational health clinics

Leadership development programme

20% discount in our charity shops

Our people

• Charlie Harkavy
• Trainee Nursing Associate

I worked in Housekeeping then on the In-Patient Unit and am now in the Community Team undertaking a degree supported by the Hospice.

• Dr Rob Kidway
• Speciality Doctor

Its the people we work with and the community we serve that make it such a special place.

• Jacqui ODonovan
• Welfare Adviser

Ive been here for nearly 25 years and continue to enjoy supporting our patients their loved ones and carers both at home and at the hospice.

• Vrishali Pawar
• People Services Assistant

If you have the appetite to develop your skills you are encouraged and empowered to learn and grow within the organisation.

• Jon Anderson
• Community Clinical Nurse Specialist

Being a part of someones end of life care and supporting their loved ones through their grieving process is a real privilege.

• Jess Stobbart
• Housekeeping Assistant

Working here Ive learnt that the smallest actions can create the biggest changes in peoples lives.

Our people are our strength. We value diversity and inclusion so encourage applications from everyone regardless of race national origin sex gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation religion disability or age.

Please ensure you have your own means of transport as the hospice is not accessible by bus and is located on a main road without public footpath. Our precise location can be found here: you have any questions about this vacancy or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process please contact us on .

Please note we may shortlist and interview candidates as applications are received. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory results from pre-employment checks (right to work references Occupational Health and DBS if applicable).

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Key Skills
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Employment Type : Part-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 38085 - 45861