Clinical Director/Clinical Lead Nurse/Matron - Eating Disorders

Sanctuary Personnel; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in High Wycombe is seeking a Clinical Lead Nurse for a specialist inpatient service focused on eating disorders. This role offers the chance to lead nursing services, ensuring high-quality care while developing operational skills. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in eating disorder care and leadership roles, contributing to both clinical and strategic initiatives. Join a supportive multidisciplinary team and enjoy generous benefits including performance bonuses and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

CPD and career development support

Generous annual leave including birthday off

Enhanced maternity pay

Company pension

Free parking

Qualifications

• At least 3 years post-registration experience.
• Strong background in eating disorder care.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational leadership to nursing and therapy teams.
• Manage clinical governance and quality improvement.
• Lead staffing strategy including recruitment and training.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Governance

Quality Improvement

Mentoring

Education

RMN or RNLD qualification

Job description

Clinical Director/Clinical Lead Nurse/Matron - Eating Disorders

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Lead (RMN or RNLD) for a specialist 14-bed adult inpatient service focused on eating disorders in High Wycombe.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident nurse leader looking to remain in a clinically focused role while developing operational and strategic skills. The service is situated in a quiet residential area, with easy access to the M40, M25, and Central London.

Role Overview:

As Clinical Lead, you will work closely with the Hospital Director, leading nursing services and overseeing clinical delivery across the site. You'll also support a valued multidisciplinary team including Ward and Deputy Ward Managers, ensuring safe, high-quality care is maintained throughout.

Benefits:

• Performance-related bonus
• CPD and career development support
• Generous annual leave including birthday off
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Company pension
• Free parking

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical and operational leadership to nursing and therapy teams
• Manage clinical governance, quality improvement, and compliance with regulatory standards
• Lead staffing strategy, including rotas, recruitment, training, and CPD support
• Act as a visible role model and mentor, promoting a culture of learning and excellence
• Contribute to strategy, service development, and performance monitoring
• Take part in the senior management team's on-call rota

Requirements:

• RMN or RNLD qualified with at least 3 years post-registration experience
• Strong background in eating disorder care
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience in leadership roles (Team Lead, Matron, Clinical Lead, etc.)
• Sound understanding of statutory frameworks (MHA, MCA, CQC standards)

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