Community Nursing Team Leader

at  Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

An exciting opportunity for a dynamic, strategic and enthusiastic individual to join our Community Nursing Team in Reading has arisen. You will be joining a service that has just been recognised as having an ‘Outstanding’ rating, with the trust also being rated ‘Outstanding’ in our latest CQC inspection.
In your role you will lead and support staff in order to promote a service which provides complex nursing care to patients in their own homes. You will be responsible for all aspects of the leadership, development and management of designated teams.
Using your skills you will ensure that safe, evidence-based care is delivered to patients, their families and carers in the Community, whilst also being proactive in promoting a positive image of Community Nursing. You will be working closely with the organisation, integrated teams, key stakeholders and partners.
You will be based at 7-9 Cremyll Road, Reading, RG1 8NQ but will be expected to visit other sites as part of your role. The benefit of having core working days of Monday – Friday but with opportunities for flexible working will enable you to ensure that a high-quality service is delivered at all times.
Responsible for the delivery and operational management of the service.
Directing and supporting staff in their clinical roles to promote a service which prevents inappropriate or unscheduled hospital admissions and facilitates timely discharge
Responsible for capacity planning and management of a seven day service, liaising with other Team Leaders to
ensure equity of staffing and work-load to meet the needs of the service
Operationally manage a group of staff, including appraisal and personal development planning review and delivery, performance management, leave and sickness absence, ensuring complete confidentiality is maintained

Adult nursing qualification along with NMC registration
Evidence of clinical leadership within a community nursing environment
Evidence of relevant continuous professional development
A full UK Driving Licence and have use of a car for work purposes
For our people who work here that means we want Berkshire Healthcare to be a great place to work where everyone can thrive and grow. Some of the benefits of joining our team:
Salary ranging from £43,742 - £50,056 per annum
Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on your work, life balance
Annual leave – 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service. Pro rata for part time staff
Excellent learning and development opportunities
Salary sacrifice scheme for a new car
Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff
Advanced IT enablement and support
Confidential telephone care service providing independent support and advice for staff.
And so much more
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust