Nursing Home Clinical Lead - Southampton

Purosearch Ltd; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Clinical Lead for a Nursing Home in Southampton. This role involves overseeing clinical practices, ensuring compliance with regulations, and guiding a dedicated nursing team. Candidates should hold a valid NMC PIN and have substantial Nursing Home experience. The position offers a salary of £45,000 along with benefits including professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Professional development and training support

Career progression opportunities

Supportive management team

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Valid NMC PIN essential for the role.
• Previous experience in a Nursing Home required.
• Strong clinical knowledge and leadership skills needed.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities are crucial.
• Genuine passion for high-quality elderly care necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical practice to ensure compliance with CQC regulations.
• Lead and mentor the nursing and care team effectively.
• Manage medication and conduct clinical risk assessments.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance resident care.
• Drive continuous improvement of clinical standards.

Skills

Strong clinical knowledge

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Organisational abilities

Passion for elderly care

Education

NMC PIN (RGN/RMN/RNLD)

Job description

Clinical Lead – Nursing Home

Southampton

£45,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced Nurse looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have proven experience working in a Nursing Home and a passion for delivering outstanding clinical care?

We are recruiting a Clinical Lead to join a well-established, high-quality nursing home in Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Registered Nurse to step into a leadership role and make a real impact on resident care, clinical standards, and staff development.

About the Role

As the Clinical Lead, you will ensure the highest standards of nursing and clinical governance across the home. Working alongside the Home Manager, you will support residents with complex needs, supervise the clinical team, and lead by example in delivering exceptional person‑centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical practice, ensuring full compliance with CQC regulations
• Lead, mentor, and support the nursing and care team
• Complete assessments, care plans and clinical audits
• Manage medication and clinical risk assessments
• Ensure safe and effective delivery of nursing care
• Work collaboratively with GPs, MDTs, families and external professionals
• Drive continuous improvement of clinical standards

Requirements

• A valid NMC PIN (RGN/RMN/RNLD)
• Previous Nursing Home experience (essential)
• Strong clinical knowledge and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• A genuine passion for high‑quality elderly care

Salary & Benefits

£45,000 per annum

Professional development and training support

Career progression opportunities

Supportive, friendly management team

Positive and collaborative working environment

Location

Southampton – accessible from Eastleigh, Portsmouth, Winchester, Fareham and Bournemouth.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Nurse with nursing home experience and are ready for a rewarding Clinical Lead role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dedicated team and help lead outstandin