Clinical Lead

Clinical Lead — Lavender Lodge, Derby Lavender Lodge is a warm, purpose-built care home in the heart of Derby, dedicated to providing high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care. We are seeking an experienced Clinical Lead to join our team — someone who combines strong clinical skills with a genuine passion for supporting residents and leading a team. If you are committed to person-centred care, keen to make a real difference, and ready to help set the standards for excellence across the home, we would love to hear from you. About the Role KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Provide clinical leadership across the home, ensuring the highest standards of nursing and personal care for all residents. * Oversee and review care plans and risk assessments, ensuring accuracy, clinical relevance, and compliance with CQC requirements. * Lead, supervise, and mentor the nursing and care team — modelling best practice, supporting development, and holding others to account with warmth and professionalism. * Champion person-centred care by getting to know residents as individuals and tailoring support to their needs and preferences. * Monitor residents' health and wellbeing, responding promptly to changes and escalating concerns as appropriate. * Ensure safe administration and recording of medications in line with NMC and company policy. * Build positive relationships with residents, families, and the wider multidisciplinary team, ensuring open communication and trust. * Support residents receiving end-of-life care with clinical skill and genuine compassion. * Lead on audits, quality improvement, and CQC compliance activities, driving continuous improvement across the home. * Maintain accurate and timely documentation, recognising its importance for resident safety and team accountability. * Promote a safe, welcoming environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations, infection control, and safeguarding policies at all times. * Contribute to the induction, supervision, and ongoing development of care staff, sharing your knowledge and supporting a positive team culture. Requirements ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS * NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (Adult or Mental Health). * Significant experience in a nursing or care home setting, ideally with elderly and dementia care. * Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a multidisciplinary team. * Strong clinical skills, including medication management, care planning, and risk assessment. * Excellent communication and documentation skills; experience with digital care systems desirable. * Commitment to person-centred care and safeguarding vulnerable adults. * Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and shift patterns as required. * Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the DBS Update Service (or willingness to obtain). * Right to work in the UK. DESIRABLE * Previous experience in a Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager, or similar senior role within a care home environment. * Experience with CQC inspections and quality improvement initiatives. We are looking for a Clinical Lead who brings both clinical expertise and genuine energy to every shift — someone who leads by example, inspires confidence, and believes that every day is an opportunity to make a difference. JBRP1_UKTJ