Job Description
About the Role
Are you a methodical, compassionate, and hands-on nurse looking to take the next step in your clinical leadership career? Kara Healthcare is currently recruiting a Clinical Lead Nurse to support an established residential and dementia care service based in Kettering and able to cover the whole East Midlands Region.
This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking care provider and play a key role in the continued development of a specialist 54 beds, offering nursing, residential and dementia care
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Key Responsibilities
As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will:
* Support and deputise for the Home Manager in managing daily operations.
* Provide leadership and mentorship to the nursing and care teams.
* Oversee the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
* Conduct clinical assessments, audits, and care plan reviews.
* Ensure compliance with CQC standards, clinical governance, and internal protocols.
* Deliver care and guidance for service users with complex needs and neurological conditions.
* Promote independence and well-being by developing tailored care pathways for each individual.
* Deliver direct nursing care to elderly residents, many of whom are living with dementia.
* Administer medications and carry out clinical procedures safely and in line with policy.
* Complete clinical assessments, develop person-centred care plans, and review regularly.
* Monitor residents' health and wellbeing, escalating concerns promptly.
* Support end-of-life care with compassion and professionalism.
* Maintain clear and accurate documentation in line with CQC and NMC standards.
* Act as a key contact for families and liaise with healthcare professionals and GPs.
About The Role
What We're Looking For
* A qualified and registered nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) with an active NMC PIN.
* Experience in a senior nursing role, ideally within Dementia or complex care.
* Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
* A team player who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment.
* Committed to continuous improvement and person-centred care.
Location: Olive Row Kettering (Able to cover East Midlands Region)
Skills Needed
About The Company
Kara Healthcare is an award-winning, family-run care home group dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centred care. Every resident is treated like family, receiving personalised support within a warm, safe, and compassionate environment. Guided by the core value of “Care with Pride,” the group provides a range of services including residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care. The team is committed to preserving dignity, offering choice, and promoting independence for every resident.
Kara Healthcare is a family-run care home group specialising in delivering high-quality, person-centred care for older adults. Founded in 2013, the company operates purpose-built care homes across Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, and Peterborough.
In February 2025, Kara Healthcare expanded significantly with the acquisition of eight additional care homes—six in the North East and one in Peterborough—demonstrating its commitment to raising standards and setting new benchmarks for care excellence across the sector.
Led by CEO Nick Somani, Kara Healthcare focuses on creating meaningful experiences that spark joy and foster a true sense of purpose for every resident. The company remains dedicated to expanding its reach and impact, ensuring more communities across the UK can benefit from its compassionate, personalised care.
Company Culture
Kara Healthcare’s ethos is rooted in its core principle: Care With Pride.
Internal Values
* Compassion: We are driven by genuine enthusiasm to deliver compassionate care that transforms lives. Every interaction should be filled with kindness, empathy, and understanding to make residents feel truly valued and supported.
* Passion: Our work is grounded in a clear commitment to meaningful living for every resident. We foster authentic connections and build a culture where every team member feels they belong.
* Excellence: We hold ourselves to the highest standards in personalised care, continually improving to meet the unique needs of residents, while creating a warm, nurturing environment where staff and residents feel connected and supported.
* Empowerment & Growth: We believe in empowering both residents and colleagues, promoting independence, wellbeing, and personal and professional development.
* Collaboration: We work closely as a team, with our colleagues and the wider community, supporting each other to create a thriving, positive work environment.
* Transforming Lives: We take pride in creating meaningful moments of joy, connection, and shared experiences that enrich the lives of our residents and make our workplace rewarding.
Desired Criteria
Required Criteria
* A qualified and registered nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) with an active NMC PIN.
* Experience in a senior nursing role, ideally within Dementia or complex care.
Closing DateWednesday 9th July, 2025