Clinical Lead | Nursing & Residential Care Home | Whitehaven, Cumbria
Salary: £52,000 Per Annum
Location: Whitehaven, Cumbria
Contract: 40 hours per week (Alternate weekends, shared with the Home Manager)
About the Role
We’re seeking a qualified and motivated Clinical Lead (RGN or RMN) to support the delivery of high-quality clinical care across a mixed nursing and residential service. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident clinical professional to work within a supportive, values-driven organisation, helping to maintain and improve clinical standards across the home.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring clinical governance, delivering high standards of care, and supporting the wider team to achieve and maintain excellent outcomes. You will work closely with the Home Manager and senior leadership to drive continuous improvement and ensure a person-centred approach is consistently delivered.
What You’ll Be Doing
Providing strong clinical leadership and setting high standards across the service
Ensuring the safe, effective and person-centred delivery of care at all times
Supporting clinical governance, compliance and quality improvement initiatives
Overseeing care planning, medication management and clinical audits
Coaching and supporting nursing and care staff to deliver excellent care
Ensuring accurate, compliant and up-to-date clinical records
Building positive, professional relationships with residents, families and external professionals
Supporting the Home Manager to maintain or increase clinical standards across the home
Working collaboratively with the wider leadership team to deliver continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
Qualified RGN or RMN
Minimum 1 year experience in a clinical role within a care setting
Strong clinical knowledge with the ability to lead and mentor others
Confident understanding of clinical governance, audits, and compliance
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A compassionate, professional and person-centred approach
A proactive leader who can support and inspire the team
Ability to work alternate weekends (shared with the Home Manager)
Location
The service is based in Whitehaven, Cumbria, set within a picturesque and peaceful landscape, offering a calm and supportive environment for both residents and staff. The home is commutable from Workington, Cleator Moor, Egremont, Millom, Cockermouth, Maryport, and surrounding West Cumbria areas.
Recommendations
Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a recruitment partner for this permanent vacancy. We offer £200 John Lewis vouchers for each successful referral.
Contact Details
If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please contact Toyin Afuye on 02392 301036
Or email an updated CV to [email protected]
