District Nursing Clinical Lead, Eastbourne | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Are you a District Nurse with the Specialist Practice Qualification (SPQ) looking for the opportunity to develop your career?
Do you want to be part of an innovative team that is remodelling its adult community nursing services to ensure they are fit for the future?
If you are, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and enthusiastic Clinical Lead Nurse to join our District Nursing Service.
We are looking for District Nurse who holds a Community Specialist Practitioner Qualification with significant Community Nursing experience to lead a Primary Care Network (PCN) aligned Locality team. The post holder will need to demonstrate a comprehensive specialist knowledge base and promote excellence in nursing practice in a dynamic healthcare environment.
They will be responsible for the development and delivery of a 7 day consistently high quality, safe and sustainable, cost efficient service operating 08:00 till 18.00
You will provide clinical leadership and line management support to a Community Nursing team, working closely with operational leads to deliver high-quality patient care.
The role includes assessing new and complex patients in their own homes, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions and care plans. You will support delivery of the Enhanced Health in Care Homes Framework in line with local service objectives.
You will lead continuous quality improvement initiatives and contribute to effective clinical governance and caseload management within the team. In addition, you will support patients and carers to achieve maximum independence through evidence-based practice while adhering to national and Trust policies and guidelines.
This is a rewarding but sometimes challenging role that requires compassion, resilience, adaptability, and a positive attitude. In return, you will receive support, development opportunities, and the chance to progress your career within a team where every member is valued and contributes to delivering excellent patient care.
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
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Please refer to the job description attached.
You must be able to travel independently, carrying equipment and car sharing as required.
The Trust has partnered with NHS Fleet solutions to provide a cost-effective way to lease a brand new car via salary sacrifice.
If you have any questions about this position, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Company: ESHT
Salary: £49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata
Hours: Part-time
Location: Eastbourne, BN21 3UU
Job type: Permanent
Closing date: 22 Nov 2026
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District Nursing Clinical Lead, Eastbourne | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust employer: ESHT
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for Clinical Support Workers at the Bexhill Irvine Unit. With a strong focus on staff development and a commitment to high-quality rehabilitation services, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a friendly team atmosphere that fosters personal and professional growth. Working in this dynamic setting not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on patient care but also ensures that no two days are ever the same.
