Job summary
We are a modern, forward-thinking general practice operating across two well-established sites in Knebworth and Marymead, serving a diverse patient population in both suburban and semi-rural settings. We are looking to appoint a Lead Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated nurse to take on a leadership role within our clinical team. You will be responsible for overseeing the nursing workforce, ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care across a broad range of services including chronic disease management, immunisations, cervical screening, contraception, wound care, and infection prevention and control.
Working closely with GPs, HCAs, and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will also lead on quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of clinical services that respond to the needs of our community.
We are a training and teaching practice committed to professional development, innovation, and providing excellent patient care. If you are looking for a rewarding leadership role in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The Lead Practice Nurse will oversee the day-to-day delivery of nursing services within the practice, managing a team of nurses, HCAs, and phlebotomists. The postholder will lead on key clinical areas including chronic disease management (asthma, diabetes, COPD), cervical screening, contraception services, wound care (including suture removal), immunisations, and travel health advice.
They will coordinate infection prevention and control procedures, ensure compliance with clinical protocols, and support delivery of QOF, IIF and local enhanced services. The role involves mentoring and developing the nursing team, organising rotas, conducting appraisals, and contributing to clinical audits and service improvement initiatives.
Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the Lead Nurse will liaise closely with GPs, pharmacists, and management to enhance patient care, drive quality standards, and support strategic clinical objectives across both sites.
About us
Knebworth and Marymead Medical Practice is a well-established, two-site GP surgery providing high-quality care to patients across suburban and semi-rural areas in Hertfordshire. We are a modern, forward-thinking training practice committed to delivering patient-centred care, continuous improvement, and clinical excellence.
Our clinical team includes GPs, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, practice nurses, HCAs, and a clinical pharmacist, all supported by an experienced and friendly administrative team. We pride ourselves on being a supportive, inclusive workplace that values teamwork, innovation, and professional development.
We embrace digital tools to enhance access and efficiency, while maintaining our commitment to personalised, compassionate care. As a teaching and training practice, we actively support the development of future clinicians and invest in the ongoing growth of our staff.
Joining us means becoming part of a progressive and collaborative practice that prioritises staff wellbeing, service quality, and delivering the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead Practice Nurse Full-Time Position
Knebworth and Marymead Medical Practice
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Reporting To
GP Partners (Clinical) / Practice Manager (Operational)
Base
Knebworth and/or Marymead Surgery
1. Job Summary
To lead and manage the nursing team, consisting of practice nurses and HCAs, ensuring high-quality patient care delivery. This role combines clinical responsibilities across the breadth of general practice nursing with team leadership, service development and quality improvement. The lead nurse will support the clinical team in delivering services aligned with QOF, local enhanced services, infection prevention and control standards, and other strategic objectives of the practice.
2. Clinical Responsibilities
Develop and implement care plans for chronic diseases including asthma, diabetes, and COPD.
Lead on infection prevention and control across the practice.
Undertake cervical screening and support well woman services.
Provide contraception services including pill checks and depot injections.
Deliver wound care, including suture and staple removal.
Offer travel health advice and administer travel vaccinations.
Conduct NHS Health Checks, immunisations, and health promotion interventions.
Support the implementation and monitoring of QOF, IIF and local incentive schemes.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with practice policies.
Chaperone patients and assist with minor procedures when required.
3. Team Leadership and Management
Line manage the nursing team, including rotas, appraisals, supervision and development.
Coordinate and monitor the delivery of chronic disease clinics.
Oversee clinical audits, significant event reviews and quality improvement projects.
Provide mentorship and clinical leadership for the nursing and HCA team.
Ensure clinical protocols are up-to-date and used appropriately by the team.
Lead implementation of new services and quality improvement initiatives.
Liaise with the wider practice team to ensure effective communication and service delivery.
4. Professional Development and Governance
Maintain NMC registration and support team members in their revalidation.
Engage in personal CPD and support training and education of others.
Participate in clinical governance processes and compliance with CQC standards.
Ensure the nursing team operates within the scope of professional practice and legal frameworks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead Practice Nurse Full-Time Position
Knebworth and Marymead Medical Practice
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Reporting To
GP Partners (Clinical) / Practice Manager (Operational)
Base
Knebworth and/or Marymead Surgery
1. Job Summary
To lead and manage the nursing team, consisting of practice nurses and HCAs, ensuring high-quality patient care delivery. This role combines clinical responsibilities across the breadth of general practice nursing with team leadership, service development and quality improvement. The lead nurse will support the clinical team in delivering services aligned with QOF, local enhanced services, infection prevention and control standards, and other strategic objectives of the practice.
2. Clinical Responsibilities
Develop and implement care plans for chronic diseases including asthma, diabetes, and COPD.
Lead on infection prevention and control across the practice.
Undertake cervical screening and support well woman services.
Provide contraception services including pill checks and depot injections.
Deliver wound care, including suture and staple removal.
Offer travel health advice and administer travel vaccinations.
Conduct NHS Health Checks, immunisations, and health promotion interventions.
Support the implementation and monitoring of QOF, IIF and local incentive schemes.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with practice policies.
Chaperone patients and assist with minor procedures when required.
3. Team Leadership and Management
Line manage the nursing team, including rotas, appraisals, supervision and development.
Coordinate and monitor the delivery of chronic disease clinics.
Oversee clinical audits, significant event reviews and quality improvement projects.
Provide mentorship and clinical leadership for the nursing and HCA team.
Ensure clinical protocols are up-to-date and used appropriately by the team.
Lead implementation of new services and quality improvement initiatives.
Liaise with the wider practice team to ensure effective communication and service delivery.
4. Professional Development and Governance
Maintain NMC registration and support team members in their revalidation.
Engage in personal CPD and support training and education of others.
Participate in clinical governance processes and compliance with CQC standards.
Ensure the nursing team operates within the scope of professional practice and legal frameworks.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
- Experience of working as a Practice Nurse in a primary care environment.
- Experience managing chronic disease clinics (e.g. asthma, diabetes, COPD).
- Experience in cervical screening, contraception, wound care, and immunisations.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Experience leading or supervising a nursing team.
- Understanding of QOF, IIF and clinical governance.
- Proficient in use of clinical systems (SystmOne preferred).
Desirable
- Independent prescribing qualification.
- Postgraduate qualification in chronic disease management or leadership.
- Training in travel health and smoking cessation.
- Experience in quality improvement and audit.
- Knowledge of public health priorities and local health services.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
- Experience of working as a Practice Nurse in a primary care environment.
- Experience managing chronic disease clinics (e.g. asthma, diabetes, COPD).
- Experience in cervical screening, contraception, wound care, and immunisations.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Experience leading or supervising a nursing team.
- Understanding of QOF, IIF and clinical governance.
- Proficient in use of clinical systems (SystmOne preferred).
Desirable
- Independent prescribing qualification.
- Postgraduate qualification in chronic disease management or leadership.
- Training in travel health and smoking cessation.
- Experience in quality improvement and audit.
- Knowledge of public health priorities and local health services.
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).
