Senior Community Nursing Team Lead

NHS; Fishguard; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board is seeking an experienced nurse leader to join the Integrated Community Team in Fishguard, delivering 7-day home-based care across Pembrokeshire. You will manage a district nursing team and hold a Specialist Practice Award in District Nursing, with a view to pursuing a Masters.

The role requires strong clinical leadership, budget management, and collaboration with senior clinical leads. Welsh language ability is desirable; interviews scheduled for 28/10/2026.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Part 1 registration and NMC registration in good standing.
• Specialist Practice Award in District Nursing (postgraduate) required.
• Willingness to pursue a relevant Masters qualification if not held.
• Demonstrated leadership and budget management experience in a community setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the community nursing team delivering 7-day home-based care.
• Provide professional nursing leadership and guidance per NMC standards.
• Offer expert clinical advice on complex issues and ensure evidence-based practice.
• Manage allocated budget and resources effectively and escalate expenditure concerns.
• Address complex patient needs and review continuing health care packages as required.
• Collaborate with senior clinical leads and deputise when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Team mentoring

Welsh language (desirable)

NMC Code knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse (Part 1)

Specialist Practice Award in District Nursing (postgraduate)

Current NMC Registration

Teaching/Coaching qualification

Knowledge of legislation pertinent to role

Recognised management qualification

Recognised leadership qualification

Job description

Hywel Dda University Health Board is seeking an experienced nurse leader to join the Integrated Community Team in Fishguard, delivering 7-day home-based care across Pembrokeshire. You will manage a district nursing team and hold a Specialist Practice Award in District Nursing, with a view to pursuing a Masters.

The role requires strong clinical leadership, budget management, and collaboration with senior clinical leads. Welsh language ability is desirable; interviews scheduled for 28/10/2026.