Head Nurse

KYN; Bickley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A new care home provider in Bickley seeks a Head Nurse to lead nursing and care staff in delivering high-quality, person-centered care. Responsibilities include overseeing medication management, ensuring safe staffing levels, and supporting the clinical governance framework. Candidates should be registered nurses with management experience in complex care settings. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary of £26 per hour and comprehensive training programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave

Training programs

Complimentary meals

Employee assistance programme

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must have previous management experience within a complex care unit.
• Proven record of leading multidisciplinary teams of 15+ staff.
• Experience in creating and auditing person-centered care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible leadership for safe, high-quality, person-centered care.
• Manage clinical team for skill mix and staffing safety.
• Lead on daily medication room checks and compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Clinical risk management

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Registered Nurse with active NMC PIN

Tools

Emar systems

Medication management tools

Job description

Head Nurse – Permanent

£26.00 per hour, 42 hours per week

KYN BICKLEY, Bickley Park Rd, Bromley BR1 2AZ

About KYN

KYN is a brand-new care home company focused on offering an elevated approach to care: Individualised journeys built around the needs and interests of our residents in beautiful surroundings with life‑enriching practices.

KYN BICKLEY is our first care home opening in February 2023. Located in Bromley, KYN BICKLEY is an 86‑bedroom home offering each resident an elegant and comfortable bedroom, communal areas for dining and reclining; and inviting outdoor terraces overlooking landscaped gardens bordered by woodland. We have a further three care homes in development in London.

We are passionate about our people; we seek out those who have a true vocation for care or hospitality and hold integrity dear to our hearts.

About the opportunity:

As a Head Nurse you will be responsible for:

Leadership & Clinical Oversight

• Provide visible leadership, supporting staff in delivering safe, high‑quality, person‑centred care.
• Manage the clinical team on the floor, ensuring skill mix and safe staffing.
• Act as the point of escalation for complex clinical decisions.
• Support and guide the nursing and care team with delivery of high‑quality dementia and clinical excellence.

Care Planning & Risk Management

• Develop, monitor, and review individualised digital care plans ensuring they are dynamic and outcome focused.
• Complete and maintain robust risk assessments, escalating appropriately.
• Drive proactive care, identifying early deterioration and preventing avoidable hospital admissions.
• Good knowledge of electronics and Emar systems.

Medicines Management

• Lead on daily medication room checks, ensuring compliance with policies and legal frameworks.
• Oversee the administration, documentation, and storage of medicines.
• Monitor and report on medication incidents, implementing learning and preventative measures.

Governance & Compliance

• Assist the Clinical Lead in implementing and monitoring clinical governance frameworks.
• Conduct audits (care plans, medication, infection control, falls, etc.) and ensure timely action plans.
• Support CQC/regulatory inspection readiness and service improvement.

People Management

• Line‑manage nurses and care team members, including supervision, appraisal, and performance management.
• Drive staff development through training, coaching, and mentoring.
• Manage rotas effectively to ensure safe, consistent staffing.
• To adhere to all KYN’s policies and procedures.
• Act as a brand ambassador who demonstrates and leads the KYN values.

About you:

Essential Experience

• Registered Nurse with active NMC PIN.
• Previous management experience within a complex care unit (e.g., dementia, nursing, or high‑acuity care).
• Proven track record of leading large multidisciplinary teams (15+ staff desirable).
• Strong background in clinical risk management, governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in creating and auditing person‑centred care plans and ensuring compliance with CQC (or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience in safe medicines management, daily medication audits, and staff competency assessments.

Desirable Skills & Attributes

• Postgraduate qualification or additional training in leadership/management.
• Experience in change management and service development.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and decision‑making skills.

About our commitment to you:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• NMC revalidation cost covered including CPD modules from RCNi
• Bespoke company induction and on‑going training programmes at all levels
• Access to the best‑in‑class equipment and technology
• Custom‑made uniforms provided
• Complimentary meals, hot drinks, and snacks throughout your shift
• Annual bonus (discretionary and scheme rules apply)
• Employee assistance programme and other attractive wellbeing benefits
• Discount schemes
• Company contributory pension scheme & life insurance
• And much more……

To find out more about KYN, our teams and values please visit www.kyn.co.uk/careers

KYN is an equal opportunities employer.

To be considered for this role you will have to provide proof of right to work in the UK and consent to an enhanced DBS check.

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