Overview
We are launching an ambitious and highly specialised service and are looking for an exceptional MND Specialist Nurse to lead the development of a brand‑new 14‑bed Motor Neurone Disease (MND) ward, alongside oversight of a bespoke 5‑bed private rehabilitation unit. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape a service from the ground up, ideal for a driven clinician ready to take the next step into leadership, innovation, and service design.
Why this role?
* Be a founder of a specialist service that will set new standards in MND care.
* Unique dual exposure to both specialist NHS‑style care and private rehabilitation services.
* Significant scope for career progression and professional growth.
* Opportunity to leave a lasting impact on patient care, pathways, and outcomes.
* This is a nurse qualified post.
Working Hours
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities
* Design and implement a high‑quality, patient‑centred MND specialist service.
* Lead the setup and operational development of a 14‑bed dedicated MND ward.
* Oversee clinical standards and delivery within a 5‑bed private rehabilitation unit.
* Build, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary nursing team.
* Establish best‑practice pathways, policies, and patient experiences from day one.
* Work collaboratively with consultants, therapists, and senior leadership.
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse with significant experience in Motor Neurone Disease, neurology, or complex long‑term conditions.
* Proven leadership or senior clinical experience (e.g., Ward Manager, Clinical Lead, Specialist Nurse).
* Passion for service development and innovation.
* Strong understanding of patient‑centred care in both NHS and/or private healthcare settings.
* Ideally, experience within private healthcare or rehabilitation environments.
* A proactive, forward‑thinking approach with the confidence to build and lead a new service.
* A legal right to work in the U.K.
Benefits
* 25 days plus bank holidays.
* Birthday off.
* Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e‑learning and face‑to‑face training and development opportunities.
* Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop.
* Free 24‑hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline & app to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice.
* A Nest Personal Pension account.
* Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials such as going to the dentist or opticians.
* Recognition of outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme.
* Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits.
* Refer a Friend Scheme, earning yourself up to £1,500 for Nurses, Therapists & Doctors, £500 for all other roles, by recommending someone you know.
* Support and guidance of qualified clinical and business leadership teams to develop your career within Active Care Group.
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