District Nurse Team Lead North 1 Torfaen - INTERNAL in Blaenavon

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Job Overview

Within Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, our Clinical Futures Strategy sets out how we are moving to delivering care closer to home. Primary and Community Services are at the heart of the model and central to developing a new relationship with patients investing and strengthening community and social care services to support and treat patients in their homes and communities providing quality outcomes. In order to deliver the strategy.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated District Nursing Team Leader to join the Torfaen District Nursing Team. This role offers the chance to work within a well‑established, supportive, and dynamic team dedicated to delivering high‑quality nursing care to patients within the community.

We are looking to appoint someone who is passionate about providing high quality care and we are committed to developing and investing in our staff to improve patient outcomes. We want to ensure you have the opportunity to grow and progress whilst also supporting staff well being.

This is an opportunity for strong, motivated leaders who are innovative and enthusiastic, who desire high standards and are able to ensure expert clinical nursing practice is delivered. Knowledgeable practitioners who are passionate to impart knowledge and lead the way in delivering care in the new NHS landscape.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will ensure the provision of cost effective, efficient and appropriate high quality patient care. They will carry the continuing responsibility for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care needs and quality assurance. The community nurse team leader will line manage a nursing team ensuring the professional and clinical development of team members. They will promote evidenced based practice and act as an accountable role model. They will ensure that together with their team members they act in accordance with the NMC Professional Code of Conduct and other relevant policies.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long‑term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Experience

Essential criteria

• Previous manager experience

Desirable criteria

• previous experience

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• SPQ

Desirable criteria

• SPQ

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