Practice Nurse - Townhill Medical Practice

We are seeking a skilled, compassionate, and experienced Qualified Practice Nurse to join the East Surrey Division of Modality Partnership on a part-time basis at Townhill Medical Practice for 27 hours a week. This is far more than a traditional nursing role; you will play a vital part in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care, preventative health services, and supporting innovation in primary care.

At Modality Partnership, our CARE values Commitment, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence guide everything we do, and you'll be joining a team that brings these values to life in every patient interaction and across the wider organisation.

Why Join Us

• Minimum 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Employee discounts and benefits scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Education and career development pathways
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, flexible working options, and wellbeing initiatives

Main duties of the job

This role focuses on the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients with chronic conditions, alongside the provision of preventative healthcare to the wider practice population. You will use your clinical expertise and professional judgement to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, demonstrating critical thinking, accountability, and excellence in every interaction.

Working innovatively and flexibly, you will contribute to service improvement and support the effective delivery of care across the practice. The role requires commitment, adaptability, and the ability to work resourcefully as part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring safe, effective, and timely care in line with our CARE values.

About us

Our 4 East Surrey practices are part of Modality Partnership, one of the UK's largest GP super-partnerships, serving over 450,000 patients with a workforce of more than 1,500 staff. We are committed to continuous improvement, equality, diversity, and inclusion, and offer clear career progression and development opportunities. All employees have access to our benefits scheme, NHS pension, and clear career development pathways. We value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to fair treatment in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Application Process

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care, supporting patients to adopt self-care strategies, and contributing to service improvement within primary care, and are looking for a career-advancing opportunity where your expertise is valued, we encourage you to apply. Join a growing team of like-minded professionals at Modality Partnership and make a real difference every day while developing your career.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting documents for a full Job Description outlining the core responsibilities of this role. You will thrive in this position if you have a passion for health promotion, supporting patients to adopt self-care strategies, and influencing positive change within primary care. You will develop professionally by working closely with leadership teams and contributing to service improvement initiatives.

If you feel ready to rise to the challenge and join a growing team of like-minded professionals, we welcome your application.

Please note: Modality Partnership reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Vaccinations: Mandatory vaccination evidence is required for this role, including Hepatitis B, MMR, and Varicella.
• Right to work: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is required at interview stage.
• References: References must be obtained prior to employment, including one from your current or most recent employer.
• Employment history: Any employment gaps of six weeks or more must be declared.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification with a minimum of two years post-registration experience.

Experience

• At least one year of experience in General Practice or community nursing.
• Experience in nurse-led management of chronic conditions.
• Experience implementing clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Experience in audit activity and quality improvement initiatives.
• Clinical supervision training and experience.

Skills

• Clinical leadership skills with the ability to support and guide others.
• Clinical skills including cervical cytology, immunisation and vaccination, ear care, and minor surgery.
• Change-management skills with the ability to support patients in making lifestyle changes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to communicate sensitive or difficult information to patients and their families.
• Negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Ability to provide teaching, supervision, and mentorship in a clinical setting.
• Competent IT skills and confidence using digital systems.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of managing patients with long-term and chronic conditions.
• Understanding of accountability within your own role and the roles of others in Primary Care.
• Knowledge of effective health promotion and preventative care strategies.
• Awareness of local and national health policies and priorities.
• Understanding of the wider health and care system.
• Knowledge of clinical governance principles within Primary Care.
• Understanding of patient group directions and related policies.
• Knowledge of public health principles and population health.
• Ability to recognise factors affecting health within the local community.
• Knowledge of local public health issues and challenges.

Personal Qualities

• Professional and responsible approach to work.
• Polite, confident, and effective telephone manner.
• Strong team player who works well with others.
• Smart, professional appearance at all times.
• Exercises tact and discretion in all situations.
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to respond effectively to unforeseen events during a shift.
• Demonstrates flexibility towards new working practices and varying working hours.

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.

£39,107 to £41,484 a year depending on experience.