Job summary Are you looking to progress your leadership skills and be at the forefront of change? We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated nurse to join the North Bedford Community Nursing as a Team Leader for the Community District Nursing Team for planned care. Main duties of the job You will be a strong leader, focused on achieving real improvements in outcomes for patients and will be confident in your ability to support, coach and develop individuals and teams to deliver consistently high quality services. You will be innovative, forward thinking, self-driven with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be an experienced Registered Nurse and the DNSPQ qualification. You will take pride in your work and be highly motivated and dynamic, have a flexible approach and be able to embrace change. The post holder will have the responsibility for a couple of aligned District Nursing Team and have a balance approach to clinical and leadership responsibilities You will take pride in your work and be highly motivated and dynamic, have a flexible approach and be able to embrace change. Being a collaborative worker and the ability to network and build relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders is essential. Being a collaborative worker and the ability to network and build relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders is essential. You must have a driving licence and have access to a vehicle in order to carry out your duties. About us Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. Date posted 11 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 363-CHB7093432 Job locations Twinwoods Health Centre MK41 6AT Bedford MK45 6AT Job description Job responsibilities Please see JDPS - Due to the nature of the post the applicant must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post. Job description Job responsibilities Please see JDPS - Due to the nature of the post the applicant must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post. Person Specification Education/Training/Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse Educated to degree level or equivalent Relevant teaching/mentoring qualification and evidence of teaching skills Demonstrable evidence of significant post-registration nursing experience, including in a community setting Desirable Nurse Prescriber Experience Essential Evidence of and commitment to multi-professional working Demonstrate working within a multi-agency environment. Have a comprehensive understanding of partnership working. Demonstrate application of clinical governance Excellent understanding of community health and social care principles and practice Understanding of National and Local issues that impact on the population of Bedfordshire Comprehensive understanding of the roles of others in health and social care Experience in managing multi-disciplinary staff. Experience in managing issues related to conflict resolution avoidance. Knowledge of the principles of Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults and Children Knowledge of the principles of health promotion and prevention of illness Experience of using electronic systems to manage activity and the delivery of KPI information. Evidence of specialist holistic assessment and evaluation skills Ability to prioritize and manage own time to meet the needs of the service Ability to collect and interpret data in relation to patient activity and nursing care Demonstrate experience in monitoring of staff and quality of service provided. Knowledge Essential Demonstrate evidence-based practice and up-to-date clinical skills Experience of clinical leadership Extensive experience of complex assessment of health and social needs. Ability to oversee multiple caseloads and monitor quality. Demonstrate excellent communication skills using a variety techniques and strategies, i.e. email, documentation, active listening, verbal. Ability to disseminate complex sensitive information to others other Essential Able to adapt to change Able to support staff, patients and carers during times of emotional distress Able to work to deadlines and under pressure Ability to work alone Leadership and motivation skills Computer literate Willing to work to meet the needs of the service (to include evenings, weekends and bank holidays). Ability to travel throughout Bedfordshire and access to a car for work purposes Person Specification Education/Training/Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse Educated to degree level or equivalent Relevant teaching/mentoring qualification and evidence of teaching skills Demonstrable evidence of significant post-registration nursing experience, including in a community setting Desirable Nurse Prescriber Experience Essential Evidence of and commitment to multi-professional working Demonstrate working within a multi-agency environment. Have a comprehensive understanding of partnership working. Demonstrate application of clinical governance Excellent understanding of community health and social care principles and practice Understanding of National and Local issues that impact on the population of Bedfordshire Comprehensive understanding of the roles of others in health and social care Experience in managing multi-disciplinary staff. Experience in managing issues related to conflict resolution avoidance. Knowledge of the principles of Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults and Children Knowledge of the principles of health promotion and prevention of illness Experience of using electronic systems to manage activity and the delivery of KPI information. Evidence of specialist holistic assessment and evaluation skills Ability to prioritize and manage own time to meet the needs of the service Ability to collect and interpret data in relation to patient activity and nursing care Demonstrate experience in monitoring of staff and quality of service provided. Knowledge Essential Demonstrate evidence-based practice and up-to-date clinical skills Experience of clinical leadership Extensive experience of complex assessment of health and social needs. Ability to oversee multiple caseloads and monitor quality. Demonstrate excellent communication skills using a variety techniques and strategies, i.e. email, documentation, active listening, verbal. Ability to disseminate complex sensitive information to others other Essential Able to adapt to change Able to support staff, patients and carers during times of emotional distress Able to work to deadlines and under pressure Ability to work alone Leadership and motivation skills Computer literate Willing to work to meet the needs of the service (to include evenings, weekends and bank holidays). Ability to travel throughout Bedfordshire and access to a car for work purposes 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name East London NHS Foundation Trust Address Twinwoods Health Centre MK41 6AT Bedford MK45 6AT Employer's website https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)