Job Description

Nurse Team Leader

Job Summary

We are recruiting for a

Nurse Team Leader

to support a young person with complex care needs in the Newton Abbot area.

The client is a 13-year-old living with the long-term effects of a spinal cord injury. They require 2:1 care and have complex medical needs including ventilator dependency, tracheostomy, suprapubic catheter, and epilepsy. Despite these challenges, the client is bright, resilient, and enjoys school, reading, technology, and time with family and friends.

Care is delivered in the client's home and community, with a strong focus on enabling them to live a full and meaningful life. The family are members of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, and their cultural and religious values are central to daily life. They are seeking professional staff who can provide safe and respectful clinical care while maintaining clear boundaries and stepping back to allow the client to enjoy uninterrupted family and social time.

This is a unique opportunity to step away from the pressures of the NHS and be part of a small, stable team where you can provide high-quality care, build strong relationships, and see the difference you make every day. You will have time to deliver care properly, autonomy in your practice, and the support of a Case Manager and multi-disciplinary team.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Team Leader who will:

Provide direct nursing care alongside clinical leadership Write and update care plans, policies, and risk assessments Undertake staff competencies and supervisions Liaise with the Case Manager, NHS professionals, and MDT Ensure a safe, skilled, and professional team approach

Essential:

Registered Nurse (Child, Adult, or Learning Disability) with valid NMC registration Experience in complex care (e.g. tracheostomy, ventilator, catheter, epilepsy) Leadership and team supervision skills Excellent communication and organisational skills

Desirable:

Knowledge of spinal cord injury and Autonomic Dysreflexia Experience writing and updating care plans IT competence with electronic care records

Hours & Pay:

35 hours per week Weekday: 37/hour Weekend Day: 38/hour Waking Night: 40/hour Bank Holidays: Time and a half
This position requires a fully enhanced DBS (funded by the employer) and registration with the DBS Update Service.

You will be employed directly by the client; StanleySmith Case Management oversees all aspects of the client's care package on their behalf.

StanleySmith Case Management will provide supervision, training, and ongoing support."
This reassures applicants about professional backing.

Ref: BUCNG10

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 67,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person