Nurse Manager

NHS; Brixham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare center in Brixham is looking for a Practice Nurse Manager to lead a dynamic nursing team. The role requires expertise in chronic disease management and leadership skills. The ideal candidate will be compassionate and organized, thriving in a busy environment. The opportunity includes benefits such as annual leave, NHS Pension Scheme, and professional development support.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme eligibility

CPD opportunities

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC certification is essential.
• Experience as a Practice Nurse is mandatory.
• Leadership experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursing team for quality care.
• Oversee clinical standards, infection control, audits.
• Coach and mentor colleagues to enhance their skills.

Skills

Chronic disease management

Leadership

Nursing skills

Team building

Education

NMC registration

Independent non-medical prescriber

Tools

Emis

Job description

Job Summary

Are you a compassionate, forward-thinking nurse leader who wants to make a real impact in Primary Care? Do you thrive on building teams, raising standards, and supporting both colleagues and patients? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're seeking an experienced and dynamic Practice Nurse Manager to lead our friendly, high-performing nursing team. This is a key leadership role at Compass House Medical Centres; an innovative, values-led GP practice rated Outstanding by the CQC and Investors in People Gold award accredited.

We're looking for someone who is not only a skilled and confident practice nurse, but also a compassionate and organised leader; someone who leads by example, builds trust, and inspires others to thrive. Competence in chronic disease management is essential, and nurse prescribing is highly desirable. Most of all, were looking for someone who enjoys a busy environment, is proactive and curious, and is always looking for ways to improve care, systems, and team culture.

Benefits:

• 27 days annual leave, plus all bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• NHS Pension Scheme eligibility
• A supportive, inclusive working culture
• CPD opportunities and development support
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• NHS Discounts and access to staff events
  
  

Visit www.compasshousemedical.com to learn more about our practice.

Application deadline: Tuesday 26th August by CV and covering letter to .

Main duties of the job

Working closely with the leadership team, you'll be responsible for:

• Leading and managing our experienced nursing team, ensuring safe, high-quality care
• Overseeing clinical standards, infection control, audits, and training
• Supporting service development across long-term conditions, minor illness, health promotion and more
• Contributing to practice strategy, QOF performance, and new models of care
• Coaching and mentoring colleagues to develop their skills and confidence
• Delivering high quality practice nursing care
• Championing our values of Caring, Teamwork, Collaboration, Excellence, Listening, and Innovation
  
  

About Us

Compass House is a thriving, progressive GP practice in Brixham, South Devon; a seaside town with a strong sense of community and stunning coastline on your doorstep. Over three sites, were a team of over 60 staff across clinical and support roles, working collaboratively to deliver excellent patient care. We are known for our innovation, compassion, and commitment to continuous improvement, and were proud to have been recognised nationally for our commitment to staff development and wellbeing.

Details

Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A1523-25-0005

Job locations

Compass House Medical Centres

King Street

Brixham

Devon

TQ5 9TF

Compass House Medical Centres

2 Langdon Lane

Galmpton

Brixham

Devon

TQ5 0PG

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Nurse Manager Job Description for full details of the role.

Informal conversations about the role and practice visits are welcome please contact .

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Nurse Manager Job Description for full details of the role.

Informal conversations about the role and practice visits are welcome please contact .

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registered
  
  

Desirable

• Independent non-medical prescriber
  
  

Experience

Essential

• Experienced Practice Nurse
• Leadership Experience
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in Emis
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Experienced Practice Nurse
• Leadership Experience
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in Emis
  
  

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Compass House Medical Centres

Address

Compass House Medical Centres

King Street

Brixham

Devon

TQ5 9TF

Employer's website

https://www.compasshousemedical.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Compass House Medical Centres

Address

Compass House Medical Centres

King Street

Brixham

Devon

TQ5 9TF

Employer's website

https://www.compasshousemedical.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

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