Lead Nurse

Leaders in Care; Sandiway; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Sandiway, UK, is seeking a Lead Nurse to provide exceptional care in addiction recovery. The role requires strong clinical skills and leadership experience to mentor a dedicated team. Offered salary is between £42,000 and £45,000, alongside a company pension scheme and health benefits. The position promotes a supportive environment aimed at transforming lives through effective care.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Health & wellbeing programme

Discounted or free meals

Employee discounts & referral scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skills to guide and inspire a nursing team.
• Able to ensure safe, compassionate, and effective care.
• Experience in care planning and incident management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small nursing team, ensuring high care standards.
• Supervise staff and support their development.
• Deputise for senior leadership when required.

Skills

Leadership experience

Clinical governance

Mentoring and coaching

Substance misuse care

Excellent organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse

Leadership or clinical educator qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced nurse leader with a passion for supporting people through recovery and making a real difference in their lives? We are seeking a Lead Nurse to join a purpose-built addiction and recovery treatment service, delivering exemplary care in an outstanding environment. This role offers a fulfilling career in a supportive environment with excellent online reviews and a Good rating from the CQC. The service is located close to the Northwich area of Cheshire, easily accessible from Crewe, Warrington and Wirral / Liverpool.

About the Role

In this role, you\'ll combine strong clinical skills with the ability to guide, coach, and inspire a small, dedicated team. You\'ll ensure that every service user receives safe, compassionate, and effective care while supporting the development of your colleagues.

• Working pattern: 3 days per week supernumerary (9am - 5pm)
• 1 day per week leading on the floor (7:45am - 8pm)
• Deputise for senior leadership when required, ensuring the clinical team remains visible, effective, and aligned with best practice standards

What We're Looking For

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse
• Previous leadership experience as a Ward Manager or Band 6/7 Senior Nurse
• A passion for substance misuse care and supporting recovery journeys
• Strong mentoring and coaching skills, with the ability to develop others
• Experience in care planning, incident management, and clinical governance
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with resilience under pressure
• Desirable: Leadership or clinical educator qualification
• Desirable: Experience in addiction treatment or behavioural health

What\'s on Offer

• Salary of £42,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience)
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Discounted or free meals
• Employee discounts & referral scheme
• Free on-site parking and good transport links

This role gives you the autonomy to shape a small team, lead by example, and be part of a service that transforms lives every day. You\'ll be supported by a highly experienced leadership team who value your growth, and you\'ll work in a collaborative environment that champions innovation and care excellence.

How to Apply

If you\'re a compassionate leader ready to bring your skills and passion for addiction recovery to a forward-thinking service, we would love to hear from you. Please apply or contact Gemma at Leaders in Care for further details.