Practice Nurse

Practice Nurse

Location: Horsham, West Sussex
Salary: Competitive + NHS Pension + Training & Development + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Considered

Lead Practice Nurse – Exceptional Opportunity at a Forward-Thinking Training Practice in Horsham

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Practice Nurse to join a highly regarded, innovative GP training practice in Horsham. This well-established and respected practice is recognised for delivering exceptional patient care while investing heavily in the development and progression of its clinical team.

The practice has built a reputation as a fantastic place to work, offering a supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking culture where staff wellbeing, professional growth and high clinical standards are genuinely prioritised. As a recognised training practice, there is a strong emphasis on education, mentorship and continuous learning, making this an ideal opportunity for a Lead Practice Nurse looking to shape services, inspire colleagues and further develop their leadership career.

This is an exciting role for a clinically confident nurse who enjoys leading teams, driving quality improvement and delivering excellent patient care within a modern primary care setting.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will take responsibility for leading and supporting the nursing team, ensuring high-quality clinical care and maintaining excellent standards across nursing services.

Working alongside GP Partners and the wider multidisciplinary team, the Lead Practice Nurse will play a key role in service development, clinical leadership and patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day management of the nursing team
• Support, mentor and develop Practice Nurses, HCAs and wider clinical staff
• Deliver and oversee chronic disease management clinics including diabetes, asthma and COPD
• Lead on clinical governance, infection prevention and quality improvement initiatives
• Undertake cervical screening, immunisations and routine nursing procedures
• Drive service improvements and contribute to practice strategy
• Ensure safe and effective clinical processes are maintained
• Support workforce planning, training and team development
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary primary care team
• Promote patient-centred care and excellent patient experience

Candidate Requirements

The practice is keen to hear from experienced nurses who are passionate about leadership and delivering outstanding care.

Applicants should ideally have:

• Registered Nurse qualification with active NMC registration
• Previous experience within General Practice or Primary Care
• Experience managing long-term conditions including diabetes, asthma and COPD
• Cytology and immunisation experience
• Strong leadership or supervisory experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and positive approach to service development
• Prescribing qualification desirable but not essential

Why Join This Practice?

This is much more than a standard Lead Practice Nurse role. The practice offers an environment where people are genuinely valued and supported.

Benefits include:

• Fantastic GP training practice with a strong learning culture
• Supportive and experienced clinical leadership team
• Opportunities for further qualifications and funded development
• NHS Pension scheme
• Regular protected learning time
• Excellent work-life balance
• Friendly and collaborative team culture
• Modern practice facilities
• Opportunities to shape and influence future nursing services

Please call David on (phone number removed) to discuss.

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