Lead Nurse

Schoen Clinic UK; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in dementia care is seeking a Lead Nurse to oversee clinical practice and team leadership within the Dementia Service. This role requires a dedicated Registered Nurse with leadership experience and a passion for improving the lives of those with dementia. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, managing clinical practice, and ensuring adherence to care standards. The successful candidate will be compassionate, resilient, and committed to continuous improvement within a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Paid emergency leave

Professional development opportunities

Contributory pension scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Dental and Optical Cover

Recognition schemes for employees

Eye care scheme

Online benefits portal

Winter flu jabs

EAP assistance

Qualifications

• Strong background in dementia healthcare.
• Proven leadership experience preferable in a senior nursing role.
• Excellent communication and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate nursing healthcare team to uphold safe clinical practice.
• Contribute to safe staffing levels and on-call rota.
• Oversee complex assessments and admissions.

Skills

Leadership experience

Excellent communication

Understanding of NICE guidelines

Team management

Compassion

Resilience

Education

Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN or RNLD)

Job description

Are you an experienced and compassionate nurse ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

At Schoen Clinic York, we’re looking for a Lead Nurse to join our Dementia Service — a role that combines clinical excellence, team leadership, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

As the Lead Nurse in Dementia, you’ll take a pivotal role in managing all aspects of clinical practice within the wards. You’ll ensure that care delivery aligns with evidence-based practice, national guidance, and the highest professional standards.

Working closely with the Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager and General Manager, you’ll support the day-to-day running of the unit, creating a safe, therapeutic, and person-centred environment for every patient. You’ll inspire and guide your nursing and healthcare team to deliver exceptional, coordinated care through collaboration with other healthcare professionals.

Benefits

You will have access to a wide range of benefits which include (but not limited to):

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, which increases with the length of service
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Paid emergency leave
• Professional development opportunities so that you can build your career with us
• Contributory pension scheme with Royal London
• Private Medical Insurance with Aviva including access to a private GP service, free screening, and the inclusion of pre‑existing conditions.
• Dental and Optical Cover with Aviva
• Recognition schemes for employees
• Eye care scheme with Specsavers
• Online benefits portal with high street and online shopping discounts
• Winter flu jabs
• EAP assistance on a range of topics and concerns

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the nursing and healthcare team to uphold safe and effective clinical practice across Wellen Court
• Work with the Clinical Lead to ensure safe staffing levels and contribute to the on‑call rota.
• Oversee complex assessments, admissions, and discharges, supporting clinical decision‑making and care planning.
• Ensure adherence to NMC guidelines, the Mental Health Act, and Mental Capacity Act.
• Promote a culture of learning and professional development by mentoring and training colleagues.
• Represent the nursing team at multidisciplinary meetings and external forums.
• Support the Clinical Lead with audits, supervision, appraisals, and overall service development.

Skills & requirements

We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN or RNLD) with a strong background in dementia healthcare and a genuine passion for improving the lives of those living with dementia.

You’ll bring proven leadership experience, ideally gained in a lead or senior nursing role, along with a clear understanding of NICE guidelines, clinical governance, and the principles of safe, person focused care.

You will have excellent communication and people management skills, and be confident supporting colleagues, handling emotive situations, and leading by example to uphold the highest professional standards. Compassionate, resilient, and committed to continuous improvement, you’ll be driven to make a meaningful difference within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

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