Nurse Manager

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

Job summary

A reputable medical practice in Leeds is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager to lead and mentor the nursing team. This pivotal role involves overseeing high standards of clinical care and implementing effective management processes for patient care. Ideal candidates will possess strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and have a current GP Practice Nurse registration. The position offers full-time hours and is a permanent contract, contributing to a supportive work environment focused on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in a nursing role.
• Experience in managing a nursing team effectively.
• Ability to implement evidence-based practices in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the nursing team, ensuring high standards of clinical care.
• Implement processes for effective management of patients with long-term conditions.
• Coordinate nursing team rota and manage annual leave.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical expertise

Communication skills

Education

Current GP Practice Nurse registration

Job description

Job Summary

Ireland Wood & Horsforth Medical Practice is seeking an experienced, motivated, and forward-thinking Nurse Manager to join and guide our dedicated nursing team.

In this pivotal role, you will lead and mentor the nursing team, ensuring the highest standards of clinical care, safety, and professional development. You will oversee infection control, cold chain processes, clinical audits, and policy implementation, while contributing to governance, quality improvement, and service innovation.

This role is ideal for a dynamic nurse leader with strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a passion for continuous improvement in primary care.

Main Duties of the Job

The Nurse Manager will be responsible for the line management of the practice nursing team, consisting of nurses and HCAs.

The Nurse Manager will be responsible for several clinical areas such as infection prevention and control, health promotion, chronic disease management, and supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure.

The Nurse Manager will be responsible for the implementation of processes for the effective management of patients with long-term conditions using evidence-based practice, including care for elderly and housebound patients.

Working as a senior member of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will ensure nursing services are delivered effectively to the entitled patient population.

This organisation must ensure that the post holder has access to appropriate clinical supervision and an appropriate named individual in the organisation to provide general advice and support on a day‑to‑day basis.

About Us

Ireland Wood & Horsforth Medical Practice is a thriving and well‑respected GP practice in Leeds, serving the second largest patient population in the city of approximately 28,000 patients across two sites.

We strive to offer a friendly and supporting working environment in which our team are strongly encouraged to realise their full potential. We pride ourselves on being patient‑centred with excellent access and highly value continuity of care. We work out of modern purpose‑built premises within LS16 and LS18 areas of Leeds, as part of the Woodsley and Holt Park Primary Care Network.

Details

• Date posted: 18 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Reference number: A3457-25-0008
• Job locations:
  Iveson Approach, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 6FR
  The New Croft Surgery, Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, Leeds, LS184SE

Job Responsibilities

• Provide line management to the nursing team, including annual appraisals, 1:1s, team meetings, managing annual leave and absence, and fostering opportunities for training and development.
• Coordinate the nursing team rota, ensuring sufficient staff to meet patient needs.
• Act as the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead: deliver audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager.
• Work alongside the practice manager to maximise practice income and achievement (e.g., QOF, IIF, LES/DES/Public Health targets).
• Develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for frail and housebound patients.
• Assess patient needs to ensure appropriate healthcare provision, incorporating evidence‑based practice.
• Develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes.
• Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients.
• Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long‑term conditions, preventing adverse effects to health.
• Provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical evidence, NICE and the National Service Framework.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions as required.
• Prescribe medication for patients in accordance with Practice‑Related Guidelines and the nurse’s scope of practice.
• Review patient medications to enhance compliance.
• Provide guidance to patients on the use of prescribed and over‑the‑counter medications regarding side effects and dosages.
• Coordinate the provision of travel medicine services.
• Request pathology services and process results as required.
• Oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation.
• Ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team.
• Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately.
• Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs.
• Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children.
• Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (e.g., vulnerable patients).
• Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately, ensuring safe practice and task suitability within scope of practice.
• Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies.
• Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, and refer patients appropriately.

Person Specification – Qualifications (Essential)

• Current GP Practice Nurse registration with relevant experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check to identify 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: Ireland Wood & Horsforth Medical Practice

Address: Iveson Approach
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS16 6FR

Employer website: https://www.irelandwoodandnewcroft.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)