Senior Nurse (Days) based at Chapel Fields, Frodsham

MHA; Ovingdean; Presencial; GBP 36 000 - 48 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

30 days holiday

Pension scheme

Professional fees support

DBS checks and uniforms

Counselling & chaplaincy support

Flexible leave options

Discounts for Blue Light Card / Vivup

Induction and ongoing training

Long service awards

Resumo da oferta

MHA's Chapel Fields care home in Frodsham is seeking a Senior Nurse (Days) to join the leadership team. You will lead an allocated nursing team, oversee care planning and clinical governance, and act as a role model to deliver person-centred, evidence-based care aligned with MHA’s values.

You will hold a current NMC PIN, demonstrate ongoing professional development, and manage nursing care delivery while supporting the Home Manager and Deputy.

Qualificações

• Qualified nurse with current NMC PIN.
• Proven leadership of nursing/care teams.
• Experience in care planning and clinical governance.
• Strong communication, organisation and IT skills.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and revalidation.

Responsabilidades

• Lead an allocated team to deliver high-quality nursing care.
• Oversee assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care.
• Provide hands‑on nursing care when required.
• Support Home Manager and Deputy Manager in daily operations.
• Promote high standards and act as a clinical resource for colleagues.
• Oversee medication management per NMC guidelines.
• Maintain accurate nursing records and contribute to audits.
• Supervise and develop nurses, care staff and learners.
• Contribute to induction, training and appraisal processes.
• Take charge of the home in manager's absence and escalate concerns.

Conhecimentos

NMC PIN

Leadership

Care planning

Clinical governance

Team supervision

IT proficiency

Formação académica

NMC Registration

Ferramentas

Electronic care records

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Senior Nurse (Days) based at Chapel Fields, Frodsham

For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Senior Nurse to join our leadership team at MHA. This is a key clinical leadership role, supporting the Home Manager and Deputy Manager to deliver the highest standards of nursing care and to lead, develop and inspire nursing and care colleagues.

As a Senior Nurse, you will lead an allocated team, oversee the assessment, planning and delivery of care, and act as a clinical role model within the home. You will play a vital role in maintaining a culture of person-centred, evidence-based practice that reflects MHA’s values and commitment to dignity and respect.

What you will do

• Lead an allocated team in the delivery of high-quality nursing care and support to residents.
• Take responsibility for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of person-centred nursing care.
• Provide hands‑on nursing care where required, ensuring residents’ physical, emotional and clinical needs are met.
• Support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager in the effective day‑to‑day management of the home.
• Lead and manage nursing care delivery, promoting high standards and acting as a clinical resource for colleagues.
• Oversee safe and effective medication management, including ordering, administration, storage and documentation, in line with NMC guidelines and organisational policy.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous nursing records and contribute to audits and quality assurance activities.
• Supervise, support and develop nurses, care staff and learners, including student nurses and apprentices.
• Contribute to induction, training, supervision and appraisal processes for designated colleagues.
• Take charge of the home in the absence of the Home Manager or Deputy, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Liaise effectively with residents, families and external professionals to ensure continuity of care.

About you

We are looking for a confident and skilled nurse with strong leadership ability and a commitment to clinical excellence.

You will bring:

• Registered Nurse qualification with a current NMC PIN.
• Evidence of ongoing professional and clinical development, including revalidation.
• Experience of leading and managing nursing and care teams.
• Practical knowledge and experience of care planning and clinical governance.
• Strong understanding and application of the NMC Code.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Confidence using IT systems and electronic care records.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a person-centred approach.
• A flexible approach to working shift patterns and occasional travel if required.
• Experience of post‑qualification work with older people is desirable.

You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a supportive culture and a genuine commitment to helping people live later life well. At MHA, Senior Nurses play a crucial role in shaping clinical practice, supporting colleagues and ensuring residents receive outstanding care.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you will enjoy:

• 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro‑rota for part time)
• A strong pension scheme and life assurance
• Support with professional fees in relevant roles
• Free DBS checks and uniforms
• Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
• Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family‑friendly policies
• Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
• A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear career progression
• Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

About the home

Chapel Fields care home in Frodsham

Chapel Fields is a caring and values‑driven home where colleagues work as one team to support residents with compassion and dignity. The home’s calm setting and focus on specialist dementia care provide a rewarding environment for colleagues who want to build confidence and develop their skills.

The culture is warm, inclusive and shaped by MHA’s charitable foundations, encouraging collaboration, empathy and a shared commitment to helping residents live well. New colleagues quickly feel part of a supportive community that values their contribution.

For those seeking purposeful work and a positive team environment, Chapel Fields offers a fulfilling place to grow and thrive.

For more information about the home, please click here

Where the role requires a Standard or Enhanced DBS check, the successful candidate will be required to join and maintain membership of the DBS Update Service. MHA will pay for the DBS check and will provide an additional payment through payroll equivalent to the standard annual Update Service subscription fee. Further details will be provided during onboarding.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Recruitment Team.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.
Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Talent Acquisition Team.