Nursing Home Clinical Lead - Southampton

Purosearch; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established nursing home in Southampton is seeking an experienced Clinical Lead to ensure high standards of clinical care. You will oversee the nursing team and support residents with complex needs. Ideal candidates must have a valid NMC PIN, previous nursing home experience, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 plus benefits, including professional development and career progression opportunities within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional development and training support

Career progression opportunities

Supportive, friendly management team

Qualifications

• Must have previous Nursing Home experience.
• Strong clinical knowledge and leadership skills required.
• Genuine passion for high-quality elderly care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical practice and ensure compliance with CQC regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and support the nursing team.
• Manage medication and clinical risk assessments.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Excellent communication

Organisational abilities

Education

Valid 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