Employer Nottingham City General Practice Alliance Employer type General Practice Site NCGPA Town Nottingham Salary £56,454 - £60,504 per annum Closing 15/09/2025 23:59
Head of Nursing
Job overview
The Head of Nursing provides strategic and operational leadership for the nursing workforce across the GP federation. This role is responsible for the effective management of nursing staff, including recruitment, appraisal, continuing professional development (CPD), and performance management. The postholder leads on the development and implementation of clinical policies and service improvements, ensuring high-quality, person -centred care.
They are clinically accountable for the delivery of nursing services, working collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to ensure integrated, safe, and effective care pathways. The role also carries responsibility for the management of budgets and physical resources related to nursing services, ensuring efficient and sustainable use of assets.
Main duties of the job
Leadership and Management
Provide strategic and operational leadership to the nursing workforce across the federation.
Lead on recruitment, induction, appraisal, and performance management of nursing staff.
Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous professional development (CPD).
Ensure effective workforce planning and succession planning.
Clinical Governance and Service Delivery
Ensure compliance with clinical governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
Maintain clinical accountability for the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality nursing services.
Liaise with internal and external agencies to ensure integrated care pathways and service continuity.
Lead on the development and implementation of clinical policies and protocols.
Strategic and Operational Planning
Develop and implement nursing strategies aligned with organisational goals and national healthcare priorities.
Contribute to business planning and service transformation initiatives.
Monitor and evaluate service performance, identifying areas for improvement and innovation.
Resource and Budget Management
Liaise with leadership team with regards the nursing budget, ensuring effective use of financial and physical resources.
Support procurement and maintenance of clinical equipment and supplies.
Ensure compliance with financial governance and reporting requirements.
Working for our organisation
Formed in 2016, NCGPA is a GP federation made-up of over 30+ member practices within the Nottingham city area, covering a population of over 400k patients.
We believe the best way to support general practice is through partnership and collaboration. By combining knowledge, sharing knowledge, and pooling resources, we can help practices become more resilient to the challenges they face.
From our headquarters in Nottingham city centre, we directly run four practices from a centralised hub, support the employment of staff in our PCN teams, and operate City Wide Services. We assist with finance, HR, communications, and logistical support so frontline staff can reserve their time and energy for helping patients.
The day to day running of the company is through a Senior Management team, comprising of the Chair, Secretary, and Medical Director along with the company’s Chief Officer. They work alongside our Board to shape our future direction with the valued input from our member practices. Between them, they have a wealth of experience of delivering quality care to patients in Nottingham and share a unified ambition to create a bright future for general practice.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
They are clinically accountable for the delivery of nursing services, working collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to ensure integrated, safe, and effective care pathways. The role also carries responsibility for the management of budgets and physical resources related to nursing services, ensuring efficient and sustainable use of assets.
Person specification
Education and Qualification
* Registered Nurse with a valid NMC registration.
Experience
* Extensive experience in a senior nursing role, preferably in primary or community care
* Proven leadership and management experience
* Experience in strategic planning and service development
* Experience working across organisational boundaries
* Experience in budget management
Knowledge
* In-depth understanding of clinical governance and healthcare regulations
* Knowledge of current best practices in nursing and patient care
* Understanding of budget management and resource allocation
* Familiarity with national policy drivers in primary care
* Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies
Skills and Abilities
* Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
* Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
* Ability to manage resources effectively
* Commitment to continuous professional development and quality improvement
* Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
* Ability to influence at a strategic level
Please Note:
* This vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received. We recommend submitting your application early to avoid disappointment.
* Successfully shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email with an invitation to interview.
* Arden & GEM CSU administer this account on behalf of the GPA, you may receive communications from both the CSU and the GPA during your recruitment.
Notes on completion of applications:
* All reference requests will be made to your employer/previous employers' HR Department, covering the previous 3 years of activity.
* We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to robust recruitment processes.
* All eligible staff will need to have gained clearance through a standard/enhanced DBS check prior to working.
* All posts are subject to a probationary period.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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