Job summary
About Sue Ryder
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters. This role will join a well-established team of two Clinical Team Managers, supporting our Clinical Nurse Specialists and Non-Medical Prescribers across the Berkshire West Community Team and the wider South East region.
More people than ever want to be cared for at home surrounded by comfort, dignity, and the people they love.
About you
The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent communication skills and hold qualifications in advanced clinical assessment, mentorship, and non-medical prescribing, or be willing to undertake the relevant training.
Our ideal candidate will be flexible and able to travel across the region to meet the needs of the service. As the service continues to grow, the role requires adaptability and a collaborative approach, working closely alongside the Regional Community Services Manager and two additional Clinical Team Managers.
Strong leadership and management skills are essential, as the post holder will be responsible for leading a team of highly experienced Clinical Nurse Specialists and Non-Medical Prescribers.
Main duties of the job
To manage a team of Clinical Nurse Specialist within a specialist care environment ensuring the effective assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of high standards of holistic care for an identified group of service users.
To contribute to the continuing development of nursing care and services offered to the service users and the smooth running of the Service through the acceptance of agreed additional responsibilities.
The main duties of this role is to manage a team of various healthcare colleagues within a specialist care environment ensuring the effective assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of high standards of holistic care for an identified group of service users.
To contribute to the continuing development of nursing care and services offered to the service users and the smooth running of the Service through the acceptance of agreed additional responsibilities.
(please refer to the job description for full details):
In consultation with the Regional Community Services Manager and Regional Head of Clinical Services, assess potential service users in liaison with Health and/or Social Services commissioners. Ensure that all service users (or when they are not able, relatives) are given the opportunity to participate fully in the care planning process
Responsible for ensuring adequate and appropriate daily staff cover by planning and effective duty rota. Responsible to maintain effective communication and liaison with other departments.
About us
Benefits
* Enhanced pay for unsociable hours
* Company pension scheme
* Continuation of NHS pension (terms and conditions apply)
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
* NHS annual leave honoured (terms and conditions apply)
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Enhanced sick pay
* Electric Vehicle Scheme
* Healthcare Cash plan, to claim back costs of routine healthcare
* Death in Service benefit
We welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and those living with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, were proud to support the Offer an Interview scheme. This means we will offer an interview to all disabled applicants who best meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
Once in post you will have access to staff and volunteer networks for LGBTQ+ colleagues, ethnic diversity and equity, people with disabilities, and women and non-binary individuals, plus an Inclusion Passport to record and carry your workplace adjustments.
For more information on our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion work, please visit:
Join us in creating a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to thrive.
Details
Date posted
26 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£48,141.02 to £58,797.75 a year depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Compressed hours
Reference number
B
Job locations
Sue Ryder, Berkshire West
Merlin House
Theale
RG7 4AB
22 Liebenrood Road
Reading
RG30 2DX
Sue Ryder South Oxfordshire Palliative Care Hub
Units 6-8 96, 100 Preston Crowmarsh,
Wallingford
OX10 6SL
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the supporting document for the full job description. If you have any further questions or enquiries then please do not hesitate to contact the Recruiter.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the supporting document for the full job description. If you have any further questions or enquiries then please do not hesitate to contact the Recruiter.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* -NMC registered and leadership experience within a community-based clinical team.
* -Ability to travel independently.
* -Ability to ensure accessible care delivery across diverse settings.
* -Skilled in inclusive team management and communication.
* -Commitment to equitable access and service user dignity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* -NMC registered and leadership experience within a community-based clinical team.
* -Ability to travel independently.
* -Ability to ensure accessible care delivery across diverse settings.
* -Skilled in inclusive team management and communication.
* -Commitment to equitable access and service user dignity.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Sue Ryder
Address
Sue Ryder, Berkshire West
Merlin House
Theale
RG7 4AB
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Employer details
Employer name
Sue Ryder
Address
Sue Ryder, Berkshire West
Merlin House
Theale
RG7 4AB
Employer's website
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