Head of Care – Neurological Care Centre

Merco Medical Staffing Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading neurological care centre in Ipswich as a Head of Care, where you'll shape care delivery and lead a dedicated team. With a competitive salary of £51,000 and numerous professional development opportunities, you'll ensure exceptional standards of care for individuals with complex neurological needs.

Benefits

38 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Group life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Eye care voucher scheme

Long service and recognition awards

Excellent training and development opportunities

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading nursing teams in complex care settings.
• In-depth knowledge of health & social care legislation.
• Ability to mentor and inspire teams for high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of care and nursing teams.
• Manage audits and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Develop and review robust care plans with the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical governance

Safeguarding

Coaching

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

RGN nursing qualification

Mentorship in Practice (MIP) qualification

Job description

Head of Care – Neurological Care Centre in Ipswich

Salary: £51,000 per annum
Location: Ipswich
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Merco are delighted to be working with a respected neurological care provider in Ipswich to recruit a passionate and experienced Head of Care. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and shape the care provision at a specialist centre with a long-standing reputation for delivering exceptional support to individuals living with brain injuries and complex neurological needs.

About the Service:

This well-established neurological care centre provides residential and rehabilitation support for adults with acquired brain injuries and neurological conditions. With a person-centred approach at its core, the service works closely with individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams to achieve the best possible outcomes and quality of life.

You’ll be joining a dedicated and close-knit team with access to expert clinical professionals, where collaboration and compassion are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role:

As Head of Care, you will take a key leadership position within the service, ensuring the highest standards of care and regulatory compliance are maintained at all times. You’ll manage and support nursing and care teams, lead on clinical governance, and help embed a culture of professional development and continuous improvement.

You will:

• Oversee the daily operations of the care and nursing teams, ensuring high-quality, safe, and person-centred care
• Mentor, supervise and support staff across care and rehab teams to enhance performance and morale
• Ensure robust, personalised care plans are in place and regularly reviewed in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Maintain regulatory compliance, manage audits and ensure best practice is consistently followed
• Champion clinical excellence, safeguarding, and continuous professional development throughout the service

About You:

We are looking for an experienced clinical leader who is passionate about quality care and team development. You will need:

• A valid RGN nursing qualification
• Strong experience leading nursing teams or managing wards in a complex care setting
• Proven ability to deliver services aligned to regulatory frameworks and person-centred principles
• A Mentorship in Practice (MIP) qualification or a willingness to undertake
• Sound knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding, and health & social care legislation
• The ability to coach, mentor and inspire others to achieve their potential

What’s in it for you?

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking service where your ideas, leadership, and clinical knowledge will be valued and encouraged. In return, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary of £51,000 per annum
• 38 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Group life assurance
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Long service and recognition awards
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Free on-site parking

Wellbeing, career development and professional support are key priorities for this service – they want you to feel empowered, fulfilled and confident in your role every step of the way.

Ready to lead a dedicated team and deliver care that truly transforms lives?

Apply now and take the next step in your leadership journey with Merco.