Director of Nursing – NMC – Complex Homecare Provider

Role: Director of Nursing – NMC

Salary: £80,000 to £90,000 per annum (DOE) + Bonus Scheme

Setting: Complex Homecare – Mental Health, Learning & Physical Disabilities

Location: Mitcham, South London – Office-Based

Hours: Full Time | Mon–Fri | 9am–5pm

Are you a dynamic and experienced Nurse Leader with a background in Complex Homecare and a passion for delivering personalised, high-quality care? If so, this could be the role for you.

Overview:

Compass Associates are proud to be working with a specialist provider of Complex Homecare Services to recruit for a Director of Nursing. This is a senior leadership position, based at the organisation’s South London headquarters, and will play a pivotal role in the delivery and development of high-quality care services in the community.

With a strong foundation in nursing-led care, this provider supports individuals with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health conditions, and complex physical health needs, including those resulting from brain or spinal injuries. Their mission is centred on delivering bespoke, compassionate care tailored to each individual’s unique needs.

This is a key leadership opportunity within the executive team, offering the chance to shape and expand the clinical strategy and team during an exciting period of growth.

Location:

This is a fully office-based role, located in Mitcham, South London. This is commutable from Central London (e.g. Battersea, Putney), Hounslow, Weybridge, Guildford, Dorking, Crawley, Sevenoaks, Dartford, and other surrounding areas and towns.

Criteria:

• NMC Registration as a Nurse
• Experience in Complex Homecare or Nurse Case Management
• A clinical background in Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, and complex physical conditions
• Proven ability to lead and manage clinical teams across multiple regions
• Strong understanding of CQC regulatory standards, with a track record of maintaining Good or above

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead, develop, and manage a team of Registered Managers and Regional Clinical Leads
• Ensure safe, effective, and compliant care delivery across all services
• Provide clinical oversight and guidance in relation to safeguarding, care planning, quality improvement, and audits
• Drive workforce development through supervision, training, and ongoing support
• Collaborate with clients, families, professionals, and external stakeholders to ensure the highest standards of care
• Work closely with the executive team to influence strategic planning and operational outcomes

Salary and Benefits:

• £80,000 – £90,000 per annum, depending on experience
• 10% annual performance bonus
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• EMI Scheme

Interview Process

1. Introductory virtual meeting with the Chief Operating Officer
2. Formal panel interview with the COO and CEO

Contact Details:

To apply or for further information, please contact Lijani Cherry at Compass Associates on 02394 211 143 or email [email protected].
A candidate information pack including the full job description is available upon request.

Compass Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer £200 John Lewis vouchers for every successful referral.