Lead Nurse Manager

P4 Recruitment Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service in Preston is seeking a Clinical Team Manager to deliver high-quality clinical care and leadership. The role involves managing a multidisciplinary team in a modern residential setting while promoting independence and recovery for individuals with long-term mental health needs. This opportunity offers a supportive working environment with exceptional career progression.

Benefits

Extra paid day off for your birthday

35 days annual leave

Option to purchase up to 5 extra leave days per year

Refer-a-friend bonus – up to £500

Company sick pay

Health Cash Plan

Free on-site parking

Funded professional registration

Qualifications

• NMC registration mandatory.
• Experience in a mental health or complex care setting required.
• Skills in coaching and mentorship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible clinical leadership and high standards of nursing care.
• Lead care plans, risk assessments, and medication protocols.
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Excellent understanding of safeguarding

Confident communicator

Education

Current NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Job description

Clinical Team Manager – Mental Health Service
Location: Preston
Salary: £43,000–£44,000 per annum
Service Type: Residential Mental Health Service with Nursing
Hours: Full Time

Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse with a passion for leadership and delivering high-quality clinical care?

P4 Recruitment is proud to partner with a confidential residential mental health provider to recruit an experienced Clinical Team Manager for a specialist service in Preston. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary clinical team and make a lasting impact in a modern, person-centred environment.

What You’ll Get

• Extra paid day off for your birthday

• 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

• Additional leave at 2, 3, and 5 years’ service

• Option to purchase up to 5 extra leave days per year

• Refer-a-friend bonus – up to £500

• Company sick pay following successful probation

• Health Cash Plan – dental, optical, GP, counselling + discounted gym

• Free on-site parking and meals

• Funded professional registration and DBS

Key Responsibilities

• Provide visible clinical leadership and drive high standards of nursing care

• Lead and audit care plans, risk assessments, and medication protocols

• Oversee reviews, CPAs, admissions, and discharges

• Promote team cohesion, offer regular supervisions, and support development

• Monitor physical health standards and infection control measures

• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations and internal quality frameworks

• Support recruitment and help maintain a positive, values-driven culture

• Participate in the senior on-call rota

You’ll Need To Have

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

• Leadership experience in a mental health or complex care setting

• Excellent understanding of safeguarding, governance, and clinical risk

• Confident communicator with coaching and mentorship skills

• Passion for empowering staff and improving service outcomes

The Service

The successful candidate will be joining a modern, 23-bed residential mental health service offering open rehabilitation for adults aged 18+. The service supports individuals with long-term mental health needs, promoting independence, recovery, and meaningful community engagement.

Our client is a well-established provider with over two decades of experience in delivering person-centred mental health care across the North. Their core values—Safety, Passion, and Quality—are embedded in every aspect of care delivery. They offer exceptional support and career progression for professionals looking to grow and lead in a supportive environment.

Interested?

Apply now in confidence through P4 Recruitment or contact us for an informal discussion. Join a values-led team and make a genuine difference in people’s lives.