Hampton Healthcare is one of the leading providers of residential and nursing care for the elderly in the region with Burlington Court, in Northampton, boasting an Outstanding CQC rating since 2016 and Good across the rest of the Group. We pride ourselves on internal and external customer service, prioritising care for our work family as much as our resident family. As a family-run local business operating three well-established and reputable care homes, owing to our success we are undergoing an expansion plan with a fourth home under construction (completion in December 2026) and a fifth in planning stage. As our Group grows, a new opportunity for a Clinical Development Nurse has arisen to join the team. This position is ideal for a driven, passionate and innovative individual, to promote our Company ethos of Exceptional Care | Luxury Living. Based at our Head Office in Northampton but travel to other sites in the surrounding counties will be required (Nuneaton and Wellingborough). This position is subject to proven eligibility to work in the UK and a satisfactory ENHANCED DBS in the event of a successful application About the job : We're looking for a Clinical Development Nurse to lead, support and continuously improve clinical governance and quality of care for our residents for 32 hours per week. This opportunity will oversee nursing homes in Warwickshire & Northamptonshire - Northampton Town Centre, Wellingborough and Hartshill. This role requires strong and effective leadership skills, up-to-date clinical practice, extensive experience of residents/patient care and be extremely confident in managing chronic diseases (diabetes or asthma) & wound dressings. Working closely with the Head Of Care, Care Home managers and clinical staff in each home to report on clinical risk and be a point of referral for escalated issues from the Group Homes to ensure they are performing to the highest clinical standards. You will manage our clinical leads including their training and be the CL on call and safeguarding lead. Through your in depth reviews, analysis, formulation and implantation of workable strategies you will deliver outstanding quality assurance and clinical governance throughout the group. Additional, when required you will act as interim manager, nurse and CL. To join us, you'll need to be equipped with a current NMC registration, RN (General) and evidence of continued professional development. An experienced nurse, you've worked in a care home environment, and as a clinical mentor, including supporting newly-qualified nurses. You also have a strong understanding of current regulatory requirements. About you : Travel between sites will be required, therefore a full driving licence and car is necessary Minimum of 5 years experience as a registered nurse with a proven record of improving quality in the care setting Experience of working in dementia care preferable Experience of meeting and exceeding KPIs Experience in budgetary management NVQ level 5 in Leadership and Management or working towards Strong communication and leadership skills Analytical and problem-solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail Highly organised with a proactive and solutions focussed based approach What we offer: As well as a competitive salary, this role offers access to pool cars when company travel is required, & laptop. In addition to: Opportunity to increase annual leave to 33 days per year based on length of service Training and CPD Paid DBS check Group Annual Staff Awards evening celebrating our fantastic staff team Eligible for discounts across various high street shops and restaurants and more Eligible for Group discount at our Garden centre and restaurant Opportunity to grow with and be part of a rapidly developing Company Note: No terminology in this advert is intended to be deemed discriminatory. We are happy to accept applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. This position is subject to proven eligibility to work in the UK and a satisfactory enhanced DBS in the event of a successful application.