Dermatology Lead Nurse (Private)

The Dermatology Partnership; SHREWSBURY; On-site; GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing group of private clinics is seeking a Dermatology Lead Nurse to lead and coordinate clinics, ensuring high standards of patient care. This role requires an NMC registered nurse with dermatology experience, strong communication, and organisational skills. The successful candidate will manage nurse-led clinics and contribute to service development in a supportive environment. Benefits include professional development and employee assistance programs, making it an ideal opportunity for career advancement.

Benefits

Perkbox rewards and discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and professional development

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme contribution

Employee discounts for treatments

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experience managing a caseload in nurse-led clinics.
• Confidence in audit participation and health promotion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate dermatology clinics.
• Deliver high standards of care in nurse-led clinics.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance standards.
• Support audits and service development.

Skills

Dermatology Nursing experience

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Clinical decision-making skills

Computer literate

Education

Registered Nurse with NMC registration

Teaching qualification or equivalent

Job description

Dermatology Lead Nurse (Private)

Location: St Michael's Clinic, St Michael's St, Shrewsbury SY1 2HE

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 40 hours per week, 8.30am to 5pm, with occasional late shift from 11.30am to 8.00pm Five days per week over Monday to Saturday

Salary: £48,840 per annum + great benefits

We make health happen

The Dermatology Partnership is a growing group of private clinics, who are trusted experts in dermatology and are now part of Bupa Health Services. We transform peoples’ lives by providing outstanding dermatology care. We do this by placing patients at the heart of everything we do, striving to be the best at what we do and believe that our patients’ trust is earned through the delivery of clinical services to the highest standard.

This opportunity is ideal for a lead nurse or a nurse with a strong interest in dermatology, looking to develop new skills and progress their career within a supportive, innovative, and patient-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate dermatology clinics, supporting consultants and surgeons with procedures including minor surgery, biopsies, and general dermatology care
• Deliver high standards of care in nurse-led clinics such as phototherapy, cryotherapy, acne, PRP, and patch testing
• Perform specialist nursing tasks including wound care, dressing changes, suture removal, and specimen handling
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance, infection control, and CQC standards
• Support audits, triage referrals and results, and contribute to service development
• Collaborate with the Practice Manager to enhance nurse-led services and share best practices across clinics

Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration
• Dermatology Nursing experience is desired
• Experience managing a caseload and delivering nurse-led clinics
• Strong communication, organisational, and clinical decision-making skills
• Confident in audit participation, protocol development, and health promotion
• Computer literate and comfortable with clinical systems and documentation
• Teaching qualification or equivalent experience is desirable

Benefits

• Perkbox rewards, discounted shopping and celebrations
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to wellbeing and free counselling services
• Ongoing training and professional development throughout your career at TDP
• 25 days of annual leave entitlement in addition to public holidays (pro‑rata)
• Contribution to the company pension scheme (differs by practice)
• Employee discounts for dermatology/aesthetic treatments and skin care products

Why The Dermatology Partnership?

We are dedicated to delivering expert medical, surgical, and aesthetic skincare, guiding each patient through their unique journey. We aim to be recognised as the UK's leading provider of clinical dermatology, attracting top clinicians and support teams. We support, understand, and value our patients and colleagues in our welcoming clinics, fostering a culture of trust, respect, and teamwork. We celebrate outstanding performance and take pride in our clinical excellence, our team, and the professional services we offer our patients.

Our commitment to innovation drives us to be flexible, agile, and adaptable, encouraging everyone to contribute to shaping our services now and in the future. We love what we do and are dedicated to making a difference in people's lives. Our values reflect our passion for our work and our commitment to providing exceptional care in a supportive and innovative environment.