Nurse Lead
Contract: Permanent Location: Herriot Hospice, Thirsk Hours: Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week (7 days a week, including nights and weekends) Salary: £47,533.95 per annum FTE (45% unsocial hours) Closing date: Monday 6th July 2026
About us
Our family of services includes Herriot Hospice Homecare, Just ‘B’ and Saint Michael’s Hospice. We are an independent charity focused on improving the quality of life for people living with terminal illness, bereavement, and mental health concerns.
Your role as a Nurse Lead
Lead by example in delivering high‑quality, holistic care within our inpatient unit, supporting patients, families, and colleagues.
- Lead and manage the inpatient nursing team to deliver exceptional hospice care.
- Ensure safe, effective, and patient‑centred care at all times.
- Co‑ordinate day‑to‑day operational management of the unit.
- Support, supervise, and develop nursing staff and Health Care Assistants.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and professional excellence.
- Ensure compliance with clinical governance, infection prevention, health and safety, and regulatory standards.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for patients and families.
- Lead service developments and support the effective implementation of change initiatives.
About you
We’re looking for a compassionate leader with:
- Registered nurse status with valid NMC registration and at least 2 years post‑qualification experience.
- Experience in specialist palliative care.
- Strong communication skills and a calm, empathetic approach to complex care situations.
- Experience of effective line management and of teaching, coaching, and mentoring staff.
How we look after you
- Integrated into a close‑knit, compassionate team that genuinely supports one another.
- Regular supervision, reflective practice, and emotional support to help you thrive.
- A supportive and inclusive culture where your voice is valued and your wellbeing matters.
- Opportunities to grow your skills and confidence, and support for development and progression.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We positively encourage applications from all areas of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and do not discriminate on any protected characteristic. Requests for reasonable adjustments during the application and interview process are welcomed.
Applicants will be subject to standard pre‑employment checks including identity checks, DBS clearance, rights to work verification, and employment references.
