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Deputy Manager / Clinical Lead | Elderly Nursing Home | Skelmersdale, Lancashire

 

Location: Skelmersdale, Lancashire
Rate: £24.00 per hour
Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday – Friday
Requirement: UK NMC Pin & previous experience in a Clinical Lead or senior nursing role
Sponsorship: This role does not offer sponsorship

 

About the Role
Compass Associates are proud to be working with a respected care provider known for delivering high-quality residential and nursing care for elderly residents. We are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager / Clinical Lead to join the team at a warm, welcoming 66-bed nursing home in Skelmersdale.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and clinically skilled Registered Nurse who is passionate about elderly care and thrives in a leadership position. The role offers a mix of hands-on nursing and dedicated management time, allowing you to influence care quality while remaining connected to residents and the team.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee clinical shifts, including some supernumerary time

  • Complete medication rounds, clinical assessments, and care reviews

  • Develop and maintain person-centred care plans

  • Supervise, mentor, and clinically develop a team of nurses and carers

  • Participate in GP rounds and liaise with families and external professionals

  • Support with audits, training, compliance, and quality assurance processes

  • Lead by example and promote a culture of excellence and compassion

 

Requirements:

  • NMC Registered Nurse – RGN

  • Strong clinical knowledge and experience within a care home setting

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in elderly nursing care

  • Previous leadership or Clinical Lead experience preferred

  • Confident, approachable, and able to inspire and challenge positively

  • Committed to continuous improvement and delivering the highest standards of care

 

Interview Process:

  • Stage 1 – Formal interview with the Senior Management Team

Location:
This role is based in Skelmersdale, Lancashire and is easily commutable from Ormskirk, Wigan, Burscough, Southport, St Helens, and surrounding areas.

 

Recommendations:
Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a recruitment consultant for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for every successful candidate you refer to us.

 

How to Apply:
If you’re an experienced nurse leader looking for your next career move, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact: Joshua Drewry – 02392313043
Email: [email protected]