Oxford Health NHS Trust

Deputy Clinical Lead

The closing date is 01 September 2025

Job summary

An opportunity to join for a Band 6 nurse to join the established Emergency Multidisciplinary Unit (EMU) at Abingdon Community Hospital, has arisen. EMU is an ambulatory unit, working to deliver quality assessment and effective healthcare to the people of Oxfordshire within their own community, whilst being part of a great service which is fully aligned with current NHS strategic policy aiming to prevent unnecessary hospital admission and treatment in the community. The service has a holistic multidisciplinary approach to triaging, assessment, treatment and discharge planning. We encourage collaborative relationships both within the team and with other locality teams such as Hospital at Home, district nurses, Urgent Community Response team (UCR) GPs and Single Point of Access (SPA).

You will support the Ward Manager in all aspects of ward management, providing clinical advice, expertise and strong leadership skills with excellent communication. You will be part of a fantastic multi-disciplinary team supporting the service to provide a holistic approach to triage, assessment, treatment and discharge planning, of patients who have a complexity of health needs.

If you are a Nurse who has experience from an acute or community setting and are looking for a new, exciting challenge, then we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Provide and follow a patient centred treatment plan that has been agreed with the patient and the Consultant
Escalate any concerns in a timely and appropriate way
Provide team direction and caseload management as the daily co-ordinator
Provide high quality evidence based assessment and treatment, in line with the patients wishes and in conjunction with the responsible Consultant
Provide support and development to junior team members and students
Provide support to B6 peers and Clinical Lead when appropriate
Provide quality triage and advice to patients, peers, other Community Teams and Health Professionals when required
Deputise for the Clinical lead when on leave
Take leadership on clinical governance tasks for the unit.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Date posted

12 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CH7340604

Job locations

Abingdon EMU, Abingdon Community Hospital

Marcham road

Abingdon

OX14 1AG

Job description

Job responsibilities

To perform a clinical assessment of patients attending the SDEC and act appropriately on their findings.
To promote a cohesive multi-disciplinary team both within the SDEC , ICC Pathway and integrated services, including supporting other teams within Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust.
In conjunction with the Clinical Lead, contribute to the monitoring and auditing of the standards of care in the SDEC and developing and implementing arising action plans.
To assist in the development and implementation of policies, protocols and guidelines relevant to the SDEC, including recruitment, probation, performance management and sickness absence management.
To improve the quality of care received and the experience of patients and their carers through implementation of initiatives which reflect the promotion of independence and the National Service Framework for Older People.

In conjunction with the Clinical Lead, develop educational opportunities to promote the effectiveness of patient care and discharge planning

We understand your career development is important, and the Trust offers exceptional training and development opportunities for management and leadership skills. EMU is a supportive friendly environment where new ideas are welcome and valued.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To perform a clinical assessment of patients attending the SDEC and act appropriately on their findings.
To promote a cohesive multi-disciplinary team both within the SDEC , ICC Pathway and integrated services, including supporting other teams within Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust.
In conjunction with the Clinical Lead, contribute to the monitoring and auditing of the standards of care in the SDEC and developing and implementing arising action plans.
To assist in the development and implementation of policies, protocols and guidelines relevant to the SDEC, including recruitment, probation, performance management and sickness absence management.
To improve the quality of care received and the experience of patients and their carers through implementation of initiatives which reflect the promotion of independence and the National Service Framework for Older People.

In conjunction with the Clinical Lead, develop educational opportunities to promote the effectiveness of patient care and discharge planning

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Current UK registration
Evidence of ongoing development and education

Skills

Essential

Ability to work unsupervised and challenge appropriately
Experience of Multidisciplinary working

Desirable

Participation in clinical supervision
Clinical Governance experience
Experience in sickness and performance management

Experience

Essential

Clinical experience within acute or community for at least 2 years
Ability to work well under pressure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Current UK registration
Evidence of ongoing development and education

Skills

Essential

Ability to work unsupervised and challenge appropriately
Experience of Multidisciplinary working

Desirable

Participation in clinical supervision
Clinical Governance experience
Experience in sickness and performance management

Experience

Essential

Clinical experience within acute or community for at least 2 years
Ability to work well under pressure

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

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Abingdon EMU, Abingdon Community Hospital

Marcham road

Abingdon

OX14 1AG

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Abingdon EMU, Abingdon Community Hospital

Marcham road

Abingdon

OX14 1AG

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)