Service: Complex Care Services
Hours per week: Full-time
Salary: £45,000
Location: Peripatetic role across Northwest & Midlands
About the Role
We Change Lives (WCL) is seeking an experienced and passionate Peripatetic Clinical Quality Manager to join our Complex Care services.
This is a senior clinical leadership role, providing specialist nursing oversight across multiple services supporting individuals with complex physical health needs and behaviours. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, high-quality, person-centred care and supporting services to meet and exceed regulatory standards.
Working closely with the Head of Complex Care, you will travel across services to provide hands-on leadership, guidance, and support to managers and frontline teams, helping drive continuous improvement and strong clinical outcomes.
A Day in the Life of a Peripatetic Clinical Quality Manager
No two days are the same in this dynamic role. You will be:
Providing clinical leadership across complex care services
Supporting managers and teams with complex clinical decision-making
Driving high standards of care and regulatory compliance
Leading audits, reviews, and quality improvement initiatives
Supporting services through inspections and improvement plans
Coaching and developing colleagues to strengthen clinical practice
Analysing data and trends to improve service performance
Supporting the management of complex cases, including crisis situations
Promoting best practice in physical health, mental health, and behavioral support
Our Employee Benefits
We invest in our teams with:
Welcome bonus (where applicable)
Funded training and development opportunities
24/7 access to GP and wellbeing support
Blue Light Card discounts
Flexible working where possible
Opportunities to influence and improve services at scale
Ongoing investment in systems and innovation
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone with:
Essential
Registered Nurse (NMC) qualifications
Significant experience in complex care or similar settings
Strong clinical leadership and decision-making skills
Experience managing or supporting teams in a healthcare setting
Knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding, and risk management
Ability to work independently across multiple services
Full UK driving license and willingness to travel
Desirable:
Management qualification
Experience working with acquired brain injury, learning disabilities, or complex behaviours
Knowledge of CQC requirements and regulatory frameworks
Most importantly, you will be committed to delivering high-quality care and supporting teams to achieve the best outcomes for the people we support.
Job Summary
To provide clinical leadership, oversight, and development across WCL services, ensuring safe, effective, and person-centered care for individuals with complex needs. This peripatetic role supports services through hands-on leadership, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
Person Specification
Experience
Minimum 5 years' nursing experience
Experience in a management or leadership role
Experience working with complex physical health needs
Experience supporting individuals with complex behaviors
Experience supporting service improvement and performance management
Technical Skills
Knowledge of clinical governance, risk management, and quality assurance
Understanding of health and social care regulations and standards
Ability to conduct audits and analyse data
Strong understanding of care delivery across complex care services
Personal Qualities
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Ability to influence and support teams across services
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to continuous improvement and high standards
Ready to Change Lives? Apply Now!
If you are a clinical leader looking to make a real impact across services and support high-quality care delivery, we would love to hear from you.
More About We Change Lives
We Change Lives (WCL) is a leading charity supporting individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, dementia, mental health needs, and acquired brain injuries. Through residential, supported living, and community services, we empower people to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.