Clinical Lead Nurse
Location: Ilford, East London
Salary: £58,000 to £65,000 per annum
Type: Full time
We are recruiting for a Clinical Lead Nurse to join a well-established care service in Ilford.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse leader to take on a key clinical role within a large, purpose-built service that provides nursing, dementia, respite and younger adult care. The home offers a well-supported care environment with strong operational infrastructure, making this a good opportunity for someone who wants to combine hands-on clinical oversight with leadership responsibility.
The successful candidate will play a central role in overseeing clinical standards, supporting nursing staff and ensuring residents receive safe, effective and person-centred care. This role would suit a strong senior nurse, unit lead or existing clinical lead who is confident managing teams, care planning and day-to-day clinical operations.
Key responsibilities:
* Provide high-quality clinical care and maintain strong nursing standards
* Lead and support the nursing team, promoting a positive and accountable culture
* Assess resident needs and develop comprehensive care plans with the wider multidisciplinary team
* Monitor clinical outcomes and adapt care plans where needed
* Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with regulatory requirements
* Support compliance with safeguarding, health and safety and clinical governance standards
* Contribute to staff training, coaching and ongoing development
* Work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure effective, joined-up care delivery
Requirements:
* Valid nursing qualification with active NMC registration
* Significant experience in a clinical setting
* Leadership or supervisory experience within a nursing team
* Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology and care planning
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal
* A proactive, organised and resident-focused approach
* Previous care home experience preferred
* Must have the right to work full time in the UK, as sponsorship is not available
What’s on offer:
* £58,000 to £65,000 per annum
* Full-time permanent opportunity
* Company pension
* Free parking and on-site parking
* Referral programme
* Opportunity to step into a visible clinical leadership position within an established service
The home is publicly described as an 80-room purpose-built centre divided into six units, providing nursing care, dementia care, respite care, younger adult care and support for physical disabilities. It also highlights en-suite bedrooms, free Wi-Fi, two gardens, activities provision, a head chef-led kitchen and 24-hour nurse presence.
Safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and relevant DBS clearance.
Reference: WILL222354/MW
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