Senior District Nurse
Loughborough, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Overview
Are you ready for the next step in your leadership career and would you enjoy the challenge of providing senior support and clinical oversight within our Charnwood Community Nursing Hub?
If the answer is 'yes' then we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us, leading our teams of highly motivated, proactive professionals.
We are looking for a dynamic and influential individual who has the drive and enthusiasm combined with the required skills and experience to thrive in this senior leadership role.
You will have considerable opportunity for innovation and job satisfaction. We are highly focused not only upon the education of our patients and their carers, but also that of our staff.
We will work with you to devise a robust induction and development plan and provide opportunities for learning and progression tailored to your strengths, interests and ambition as a nursing professional.
A District Nursing Specialist Practitioner Qualification is essential for this post.
In addition, you must hold a UK driving licence and have use of a car.
For further information please contact katherine.hill19@nhs.net
Contact Details
Katherine Hill, Interim Community Services Matron
katherine.hill19@nhs.net
07702528574
Job Description Summary
About Us
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.
Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information including AI in our recruitment process can be found in the Information for Applicants document attached.
We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.
For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).
All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.
For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started.
Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.
Are you ready for the next step in your leadership career and would you enjoy the challenge of providing senior support and clinical oversight within our Charnwood Community Nursing Hub?
If the answer is 'yes' then we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us, leading our teams of highly motivated, proactive professionals.
We are looking for a dynamic and influential individual who has the drive and enthusiasm combined with the required skills and experience to thrive in this senior leadership role.
You will have considerable opportunity for innovation and job satisfaction. We are highly focused not only upon the education of our patients and their carers, but also that of our staff.
We will work with you to devise a robust induction and development plan and provide opportunities for learning and progression tailored to your strengths, interests and ambition as a nursing professional.
A District Nursing Specialist Practitioner Qualification is essential for this post.
In addition, you must hold a UK driving licence and have use of a car.
For further information please contact katherine.hill19@nhs.net
Contact Details
Katherine Hill, Interim Community Services Matron
katherine.hill19@nhs.net
07702528574
Job Description Summary
- Work autonomously, taking responsibility for care quality, clinical activity, and management within the Community Nursing Hub. Lead assessment, coordination, and development of specialist interventions for patients with complex health or social needs. Oversee triage and caseload management using advanced clinical judgement, working closely with the MDT to address physical, mental, and social needs.
- Provide managerial and clinical supervision to registered, unregistered staff, and students, leading supervision sessions across the Hub. Maintain effective communication with colleagues, external agencies, and stakeholders to support optimal health, selfmanagement, and appropriate care delegation.
- Implement evidencebased care plans, deliver direct patient care, and act as a clinical role model. Communicate complex patient information to the MDT and lead staff and team management. Manage daytoday Hub operations and deputise for the Community Service Matron.
- Ensure delivery of a clinically effective service aligned with Trust policies. Hold professional and managerial accountability for staff, budgets, quality, and standards, strengthening systems such as supervision, development planning, audit, and policy compliance. Promote excellence in nursing practice and patient, carer, and family involvement. Complete required leadership training. Must hold a Specialist Practitioner Qualification in District Nursing.
About Us
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.
Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information including AI in our recruitment process can be found in the Information for Applicants document attached.
We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.
For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).
All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.
For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started.
Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.
