PCN Clinical lead
The closing date is 11 May 2026
Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare. Nursing vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Band 7 PCN Lead to join our community nursing team, supporting high‑quality care for housebound patients in their own homes. As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will provide strong clinical leadership while overseeing the day‑to‑day management of staff and ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate care across your teams.
In this senior role, you will use your advanced community nursing expertise to offer sound clinical judgement, act as a role model and support colleagues in managing complex caseloads. You will be responsible for triaging new referrals, coordinating care delivery and allocating work to team members with the appropriate skills and competencies. As the senior clinician, you will lead on problem‑solving, decision‑making and planning care for patients with complex needs.
You will also take responsibility for workforce planning and rota management, ensuring staffing levels meet service demand.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and compassionate leader who is passionate about delivering high‑quality community care and supporting teams to thrive.
Main duties of the job
Our Community Nursing service provides holistic assessments, personalised care planning and a wide range of clinical interventions to support housebound adults within the local area. As a Band 7 PCN Lead, you will ensure high‑quality, patient‑centred care while promoting independence and supporting patients to manage complex long‑term conditions safely at home. Strong clinical skills and a solid understanding of complex disease management are essential at this level.
You will play a key leadership role, supporting and developing your workforce to meet the demands of a busy service. This includes managing day‑to‑day staff issues, promoting wellbeing, and ensuring your team has the skills, confidence and support needed to deliver safe and effective care. Working collaboratively with Primary Care Networks and the wider MDT, you will help coordinate shared care approaches that meet the health and social care needs of the local population.
As a role model for the profession, you will actively contribute to service improvement projects, maintaining a strong focus on patient safety, experience and continuous development. The Community Nursing service operates seven days a week, including bank holidays and weekends, with core shifts between 08:00 and 18:00. Some flexibility may be considered.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we are passionate about delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. We pride ourselves on being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.
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Job responsibilities
As a community trust, many of our roles require the ability to drive. You will be required to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a driving licence issued by an EU country. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please inform the Recruitment Team so we can support you further.
Person Specification
Qualifications, training and experience
* Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy.
* Proven ability to work effectively within your area of practice, with relevant experience managing complex caseloads and supporting/mentoring others.
* Registered health care professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professionals.
* A full, valid UK driving licence or a driving licence issued by an EU country.
Knowledge and skills
* Customer‑focussed approach.
* Provide patients, clients and families with the best possible experience.
* Ability to use IT systems and databases.
* Knowledge of where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health.
* Up‑to‑date clinical practice, evidence‑based procedures, and clinical effectiveness frameworks; understanding of the role and remit of a health care worker.
* Awareness of developments within the NHS, National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 per annum pro‑rata.
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