Clinical governance manager

Howard Finley Care Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Clinical Governance Manager to lead clinical quality, safety, and compliance across multiple nursing homes. The ideal candidate will hold an active NMC registration as a qualified Nurse and have experience in clinical governance within the healthcare sector. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to improve quality across the group while working in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Active NMC registration is essential.
• Proven experience in clinical governance or compliance roles.
• Strong understanding of CQC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical governance and quality improvement strategies.
• Monitor clinical risk and incident reporting.
• Provide guidance to Home Managers and clinical teams.
• Conduct internal audits and prepare for inspections.

Skills

Clinical governance

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Incident reporting

Education

Qualified Nurse (RGN/RMN)

Job description

Clinical Governance Manager – Howard Finley Care Ltd

We're Hiring: Clinical Governance Manager

Location: Flexible / Hybrid Working (with travel across 10+ care homes)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Car Allowance

About Us

We are working with a well-established group of 10+ nursing homes, renowned for delivering high-quality, person-centred care to older people across our services. As we continue to grow and strive for excellence, we are seeking a Clinical Governance Manager to lead and enhance our clinical quality, safety, and compliance strategies across the group.

The Role

As Clinical Governance Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in ensuring our homes maintain the highest standards of care. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, you\'ll oversee the implementation of robust clinical governance frameworks, support service improvement, and ensure continuous compliance with CQC and other regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of clinical governance and quality improvement strategies across all 12 homes.
• Monitor and evaluate clinical risk, incident reporting, safeguarding, audits, and clinical outcomes.
• Provide expert guidance and support to Home Managers and clinical teams.
• Conduct internal audits and contribute to external inspection preparedness (e.g., CQC).
• Drive learning from incidents and ensure action plans are effectively implemented.
• Support training initiatives to improve clinical competencies and awareness.

What We're Looking For

• A qualified Nurse (RGN/RMN) with active NMC registration (essential).
• Proven experience in clinical governance, quality, or compliance roles within the adult social care or healthcare sector.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks including CQC requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and influencing skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly across the group\'s homes.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking senior management team.
• Work in a dynamic organisation passionate about delivering safe, dignified, and person-centred care.
• The opportunity to shape and drive quality improvement across multiple services.

If you are interested in this role, please email your CV to Apply.