Overview

Are you an experienced NMC-registered Nurse ready to take the next step in leadership?

Are you currently working at a senior/Band 6 level (or above) within the NHS and looking for an opportunity to shape and influence high-quality patient care in a forward-thinking diagnostic service?

We are seeking a confident, compassionate, and clinically credible Nursing Manager to support in leading our nursing team at Perspectum’s Oxford Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC).

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a visible leadership role where your NHS experience, governance knowledge, and passion for patient-centred care will directly influence service quality and development.

Working closely with the Head of Nursing, you will play a pivotal role in delivering safe, effective, and responsive care within a modern Community Diagnostic Centre environment.

Why This Role May Be Right for You

A genuine leadership opportunity with autonomy and influence
The chance to shape a growing diagnostic service
Close working relationships with senior leadership and operational teams
A strong focus on clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety
Opportunity to mentor and develop the next generation of nursing professionals
Exposure to a broad range of diagnostic modalities (CT, MRI, X-ray, Ultrasound, Physiology, and more)

The Role

As Nursing Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day clinical and operational nursing activity at Oxford CDC, ensuring high standards of care aligned with CQC and NMC requirements.

Clinical Leadership & Team Development

Lead, inspire, and support a team of Nurses and Healthcare Assistants
Foster a positive, accountable, and patient-focused culture
Oversee staff performance, supervision, training and professional development

Clinical Governance & Quality

Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and regulatory frameworks
Lead clinical audits, risk management processes, and quality improvement initiatives
Maintain safe, effective care delivery across all diagnostic modalities

Operational Collaboration

Work closely with senior management to ensure smooth service delivery
Contribute to workforce planning, resource management, and performance reporting
Support service growth and continuous improvement

Service Development

Contribute to policy development and implementation of evidence-based practice
Drive innovation and improvements in patient pathways and care standards

Patient & MDT Communication

Champion compassionate, clear, and professional communication
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to optimise patient experience

Education & Professional Standards

Mentor junior staff and support professional development
Promote revalidation, statutory training compliance and lifelong learning
Uphold and model NMC standards of practice

About You

You will bring:

Current NMC Registration
Degree in Nursing Studies/equivalent
Experience working at the Senior/Band 6 level (or above) within a fast-paced clinical setting
Demonstrable leadership and people management experience
Strong understanding of clinical governance and CQC requirements
Experience in education, supervision, or mentoring
Evidence-based clinical knowledge
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A proactive, solutions-focused approach
Commitment to professional development and service excellence

Hours: the working hours are 37.5 hours per week, daytime shift pattern (7:30 am – 7:30 pm, rotational across 7 days a week)

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious nurse leader who wants to step into a role where they can influence service delivery, strengthen clinical standards, and make a measurable difference to patient outcomes in a modern diagnostic environment.

If you're ready to move beyond “just managing a shift” and into shaping the future of care delivery, we would love to hear from you.

About Us

At Perspectum, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prioritise hiring based on merit, skills, and qualifications, valuing individuals for their unique contributions while ensuring a culture that respects and celebrates differences. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application process, please let our Talent Team know.

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