District Nurse Team Leader

Lehrmancameron; Ammanford; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK health organization is seeking a Full Time Team Leader for the District Nursing Team in Ammanford. The successful candidate will manage and lead a community nursing team, provide clinical leadership, and demonstrate managerial competence. Essential qualifications include registration as a nurse, a relevant degree, and experience in a Band 6 role. The position offers a salary ranging from £48,527 to £55,532 annually. Knowledge of Welsh is desirable but not required.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse – Part 1.
• Experience in budget management and effective staff management.
• Proven post‑registration experience and evidence of coordinating teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of community staff nurses.
• Provide clinical leadership and meet the needs of the caseload.
• Work as part of the MDT and demonstrate managerial competence.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of NMC Code (2018)

Budget management

IT skills

Education

Bachelor degree (or equivalent experience)

Specialist Practice Award in District Nursing – postgraduate

Current NMC Registration

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Full Time 37.5 hours per week, Band 7 Team Leader within the District Nursing Team – Amman / Gwendraeth Cluster within Carmarthenshire. This role will be for one of the 3 District Nurse teams within the locality, base to be confirmed.

Key responsibilities include managing and leading a team of community staff nurses and health care support workers with the support of a Band 6 caseload holder. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership, work as part of the MDT, meet the needs of the caseload and local population and demonstrate both clinical and managerial competence. Travel between locations in a timely manner is essential. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable, but English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About Us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in‑hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, public, private and third‑sector colleagues, and our valued team of volunteers.

Our Services Are Provided In

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Details

Date posted: 23 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: 7

Salary: £48,527 to £55,532 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 100‑NMR405‑1225

Job location: Amman / Gwendraeth District Nursing Team – Ammanford, SA18 3EZ

Job Description

Full job details and person specification are available in the supporting documents attached. The Health Board supports staff to embrace bilingualism, offering learning options for those who do not yet meet the Welsh language requirements.

Essential Qualifications and Knowledge

• Registered Nurse – Part 1
• Current NMC Registration
• Bachelor degree (or equivalent experience)
• Specialist Practice Award in District Nursing – postgraduate
• Bronze IQT
• Teaching/Coaching qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Knowledge of legislation pertinent to the role

Desirable Qualifications and Knowledge

• Recognised management qualification
• Recognised leadership qualification
• Experience of leading a team
• Masters degree in a pertinent subject

Essential Experience

• Proven and relevant experience at Band 6 within a community setting
• Appropriate experience within specialty and ability to demonstrate sound knowledge of the relevant specialty
• Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of NMC Code (2018)
• Proven post‑registration experience and evidence of coordinating and managing a team of staff
• Aware of professional issues and developments
• Evidence of leadership skills
• Experience of working in a multi‑professional environment
• Experience in budget management
• Experience of effective staff management
• Experience of running a ward/area/department
• Experience of mentoring preregistration nursing/midwifery students
• IT skills
• Able to relate theory into practice through reflective skills
• Good knowledge of information governance / data protection requirements

Desirable Experience

• Experience of working in a Band 7 role
• Understanding of financial and resource management processes

Language Skills

• Welsh Speaker Level 1 (desirable)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Hywel Dda University Health Board
Amman / Gwendraeth District Nursing Team
Ammanford
SA18 3EZ
Website: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/