Lead Nurse - Dermatology

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a new, innovative and dynamic team within our expanding Dermatology service. We are looking for an experienced and motivated senior nurse who is passionate about service development and providing a high standard of patient‑centred care. The role involves working closely within a multi‑disciplinary team of doctors, general practitioners, clinical nurse specialists and HCAs, requiring strong leadership and a visible, credible senior nursing presence accessible to staff, patients and their families.

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for Dermatology nursing within Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
• Ensure a cohesive, quality‑driven service that responds to and provides appropriate and equitable care.
• Take the lead role in the strategic and operational management of the Dermatology nursing service, working with the lead medical consultant, Head of Nursing and Service Manager.
• Maintain clearly defined lines of communication with primary health‑care teams to facilitate care of patients with skin diseases.
• Provide specialist care for patients on biologics.
• Develop integrated care and quality improvement across the Dermatology department and act as an active member of the multi‑disciplinary team.
• Champion Dermatology nursing within the wider nursing community, undertaking relevant service development and publications as appropriate.

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high‑performing, flourishing organisation that serves the population of Hackney, East London, the City and beyond. We are proud that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of ‘Outstanding’ from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our integrated Trust delivers comprehensive hospital and community health services and a range of specialist services, including those at St Leonard’s Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, reflecting these values across all our policies, procedures and our People Plan. Homerton Healthcare is proudly listed on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Date posted: 03 February 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £64,156 to £71,148 a year (p.a. incl.)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 293‑EMRS2‑0535

Job locations: Homerton Hospital, London, E9 6SR

• BSc in Nursing or other relevant health‑care profession
• MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent
• Non‑medical prescribing
• Certificated speciality courses
• Recognised teaching qualification

• Working towards a master’s degree if necessary
• Leadership/management training experience

• Significant post‑registration experience
• Significant experience working in dermatology
• Experience of working as a CNS
• Experience of managing and running clinics
• Broad clinical experience relevant to the post
• Specialist skills and experience in the speciality
• Clinical leadership at a senior level in an acute setting including people, financial and change management
• Experience of managing investigations and resolving complaints
• Experience of conducting research and utilising research in practice
• Undertaking Nurse‑Led Services

• Ability to demonstrate Trust Values
• Clinical assessment skills
• Experience of developing standards, guidelines and policies
• Established organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to establish effective communication with patients and colleagues
• Innovative, able to problem‑solve and make autonomous decisions
• Teaching skills in informal and formal settings
• Ability to work without supervision
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to implement new practices and initiatives
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with an ability to inspire and motivate teams

• Sound knowledge of dermatology care and current treatments
• Knowledge and understanding of health‑care needs in a multicultural society
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of NICE and other national guidelines

• Knowledge of health promotion

• Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
• Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to confirm there are no relevant criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Further information is available on the NHS Careers website.