Job summary
Job Title: Band 6 Community Nurse Team Leader
Location: Sevenoaks Community Hospital, Hospital Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 3PG.
Job Type: Full-time and Part-time options available.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Band 6 Community Nurse Team Leader to lead our community nursing team. The Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality nursing care to patients in their homes or community settings. In addition to providing direct patient care, the Team Leader will also have supervisory responsibilities, including mentoring and supporting team members, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse with a valid nursing NMC pin.
- Experience in community nursing or a related field.
- Proven leadership and supervisory experience in a healthcare setting.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to motivate and inspire team members to deliver high-quality care.
- Knowledge of community healthcare services and resources.
- Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement.
- Valid driving licence suitable to drive in the UK, plus access to your own car.
Benefits:
- Agenda for Change pay rates £39,392-£42,616 pro rata (depending on years of experience).
- NHS pension scheme, one of the most valuable pension schemes available in the UK.
- Leadership and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive work environment.
- Employee benefits package.
- Flexible work schedule
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership and guidance to the community nursing team, including nurses and healthcare assistants.
- Supervise and support team members in the delivery of patient care, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards of care.
- Conduct regular team meetings, case reviews, and clinical supervision sessions.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans for patients.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of team members, providing feedback and coaching as needed.
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in the recruitment, training, and onboarding of new team members.
- Manage resources effectively to meet the needs of patients and the team.
- Act as a liaison between the community nursing team and other healthcare providers and organizations.
This role is fully supported by a team of experienced professionals, including the Senior Specialist Practitioner District Nurse, the Primary Care Network (PCN) lead, senior colleagues, and the practice education team. Their collective expertise and guidance provide invaluable support for the individual in this role, ensuring that they have access to mentorship, resources, and guidance to excel in their responsibilities. The Senior Specialist practitioner district nurse brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in district nursing, while the primary care network lead offers strategic direction and collaboration opportunities. Senior colleagues provide mentorship and insight from their own experiences, and the practice education team ensures ongoing learning and development opportunities. Together, this support network empowers the individual in this role to thrive and contribute effectively to the team and the organisation.
If you are a motivated and compassionate nurse with leadership experience and a passion for community healthcare, we invite you to apply for the position of Band 6 Community Nurse Team Leader. Lead our team in providing exceptional care to patients in our community. Apply now!
Contact: Philippa Brown PCN Lead to arrange an informal visit or a discussion over the phone to learn more about the role.
Email: pbrown2@nhs.net
Mobile: 07917266430
About us
One of the largest community NHS trusts in the UK, KCHFT are rated 'outstanding' by the CQC. We've got a passion for delivering high standards of care to patients and deliver excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values Compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, which leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. So, all our colleagues have equal access to career opportunities.
Flexibility is another way we do this. In the NHS, we're reminded every day how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement without having to sacrifice time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
Looking for professional development? We can support that too! Our career pathways will help you achieve your aspirations
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place on the 8th March 2024.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place on the 8th March 2024.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level Registered Nurse with evidence of post registration relevant clinical and learning modules
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of recent study.
- Evidence of post graduate development at Level 6
- Working towards Masters level of Study
- District Nurse qualification or Enhanced physical assessment course
- Management/supervisory qualification or experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a variety of settings including area of practice.
- Evidence of supporting others [mentor/educator/supervisor]
Desirable
- Practical experience in managing health related projects
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)
Special Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Understanding of NSF's and NICE guidance relevant to care setting
- Evidence of relevant continued professional development and implementation into practice within last 12 months
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation
- Knowledge of up to date clinical practice and current legal /ethical issues in nursing
- Understanding of training needs in relation to post
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
- Ability to manage time effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
- Change management skills
- Evidence of innovative clinical practice development
- Budgetary awareness
- Ability to make clinical decisions and take appropriate action
- Understanding of quality standards and audits
- Awareness of KCHFT strategic direction and ability to incorporate this with a clear vision of patient care and service delivery.
Desirable
- Leadership/motivation skills
- Research awareness
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice
- Ability to work with unpredictable work patterns
Ability to Manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the senior clinical and operational lead
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures
Additional Critieria
Essential
- Has a full, clean UK driving licence.
- Owns or has access to a car
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level Registered Nurse with evidence of post registration relevant clinical and learning modules
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of recent study.
- Evidence of post graduate development at Level 6
- Working towards Masters level of Study
- District Nurse qualification or Enhanced physical assessment course
- Management/supervisory qualification or experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a variety of settings including area of practice.
- Evidence of supporting others [mentor/educator/supervisor]
Desirable
- Practical experience in managing health related projects
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)
Special Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Understanding of NSF's and NICE guidance relevant to care setting
- Evidence of relevant continued professional development and implementation into practice within last 12 months
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation
- Knowledge of up to date clinical practice and current legal /ethical issues in nursing
- Understanding of training needs in relation to post
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
- Ability to manage time effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
- Change management skills
- Evidence of innovative clinical practice development
- Budgetary awareness
- Ability to make clinical decisions and take appropriate action
- Understanding of quality standards and audits
- Awareness of KCHFT strategic direction and ability to incorporate this with a clear vision of patient care and service delivery.
Desirable
- Leadership/motivation skills
- Research awareness
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice
- Ability to work with unpredictable work patterns
Ability to Manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the senior clinical and operational lead
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures
Additional Critieria
Essential
- Has a full, clean UK driving licence.
- Owns or has access to a car
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
