Head of Clinical & Dementia Care
Central London (with travel)
Senior Leadership | Full-time | Permanent
We are supporting a luxury care provider in the appointment of their Head of Clinical & Dementia Care, a senior leadership role to shape dementia care strategy and uphold the highest standards of clinical excellence across their portfolio.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Director of Care & Wellness, this role provides expert clinical leadership, with a particular focus on dementia care. You will oversee care planning, governance, compliance and staff development, ensuring that every home consistently delivers exceptional, person-centred care.
Your leadership will be pivotal in:
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Driving dementia care strategy across the organisation
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Ensuring regulatory compliance (CQC, DOLS, MCA) and safeguarding best practice
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Leading audits, training and competency frameworks to raise standards
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Overseeing medication management, including antipsychotics and PRN protocols
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Partnering with Clinical Managers to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes
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Embedding a culture of dignity, compassion, and clinical effectiveness at all levels
About You
We are seeking a leader with the vision and expertise to elevate dementia care. You will bring:
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Registered Nurse status with valid NMC PIN
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Significant senior-level experience within dementia care (multi-site desirable)
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Strong knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding, and NICE guidelines
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A proven track record of improving care outcomes and driving compliance
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Exceptional communication and coaching skills, with the ability to influence and inspire clinical teams
Desirable:
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Postgraduate qualification in dementia care, gerontology, or related field
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Formal leadership or management qualification (e.g. ILM, NVQ Level 5)
The Opportunity
This is more than a compliance role it is an opportunity to shape the future of dementia care in a forward-thinking organisation that is deeply committed to dignity, respect, and excellence. You will have the platform to influence strategy, develop best practice, and make a lasting impact on residents, families, and care teams alike.