Location: Lauriston, St Leonards on Sea
Hours: 39 hours per week, Days/Nights
Salary: £27.29 per hour
For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Senior Nurse to join our leadership team at MHA. This is a key clinical leadership role, supporting the Home Manager and Deputy Manager to deliver the highest standards of nursing care and to lead, develop and inspire nursing and care colleagues.
As a Senior Nurse, you will lead an allocated team, oversee the assessment, planning and delivery of care, and act as a clinical role model within the home. You will play a vital role in maintaining a culture of person-centred, evidence-based practice that reflects MHA's values and commitment to dignity and respect.
What you will do
* Lead an allocated team in the delivery of high-quality nursing care and support to residents.
* Take responsibility for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of person-centred nursing care.
* Provide hands-on nursing care where required, ensuring residents' physical, emotional and clinical needs are met.
* Support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager in the effective day-to-day management of the home.
* Lead and manage nursing care delivery, promoting high standards and acting as a clinical resource for colleagues.
* Oversee safe and effective medication management, including ordering, administration, storage and documentation, in line with NMC guidelines and organisational policy.
* Maintain accurate, contemporaneous nursing records and contribute to audits and quality assurance activities.
* Supervise, support and develop nurses, care staff and learners, including student nurses and apprentices.
* Contribute to induction, training, supervision and appraisal processes for designated colleagues.
* Take charge of the home in the absence of the Home Manager or Deputy, escalating concerns appropriately.
* Liaise effectively with residents, families and external professionals to ensure continuity of care.
About you
We are looking for a confident and skilled nurse with strong leadership ability and a commitment to clinical excellence.
You will bring:
* Registered Nurse qualification with a current NMC PIN.
* Evidence of ongoing professional and clinical development, including revalidation.
* Experience of leading and managing nursing and care teams.
* Practical knowledge and experience of care planning and clinical governance.
* Strong understanding and application of the NMC Code.
* Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
* Confidence using IT systems and electronic care records.
* Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a person-centred approach.
* A flexible approach to working shift patterns and occasional travel if required.
* Experience of post-qualification work with older people is desirable.
Why join MHA?
You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a supportive culture and a genuine commitment to helping people live later life well. At MHA, Senior Nurses play a crucial role in shaping clinical practice, supporting colleagues and ensuring residents receive outstanding care.
Rewards and benefits
In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you will enjoy:
* 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)
* A strong pension scheme and life assurance
* Support with professional fees in relevant roles
* Free DBS checks and uniforms
* Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
* Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
* Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
* A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear career progression
* Long service awards to celebrate your contribution
About the home
Lauriston care home in St Leonards On Sea
Lauriston offers colleagues a friendly and inclusive place to work, set in a scenic location close to the coast. The home has a welcoming team culture where colleagues support one another and work with shared commitment to person-centred care.
Colleagues value the calm and positive environment, which enables them to build meaningful relationships with residents and contribute to their wellbeing. MHA's charitable ethos fosters kindness, teamwork and ongoing development.
For job seekers wanting a role rooted in purpose, compassion and collaboration, Lauriston provides a rewarding place to grow.
For more information about the home, please click here