Clinical Manager

Clinical Lead (NMC Registered Nurse) Cambridge £55,000 per annum Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking to take the next step in your clinical leadership career? We are seeking a passionate Clinical Lead to join a well-established, high-quality residential and nursing care service in Cambridge. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident nurse leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional clinical standards and supporting nursing and care teams to achieve the best possible outcomes for residents. This role would suit an experienced Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager, Unit Manager, Senior Nurse or nurse-qualified manager looking for an opportunity to make a genuine impact within a supportive care environment. The Role As Clinical Lead, you will take a leading role in maintaining and developing clinical standards across the service, working closely with the management team and providing hands-on clinical leadership to nursing and care colleagues. Key Responsibilities Provide strong clinical leadership and support to nursing and care teams Ensure safe, effective and person-centred care is delivered at all times Coach, mentor and develop nurses and care colleagues Support clinical governance and continuous improvement across the service Ensure compliance with CQC standards and regulatory requirements Complete clinical audits and support the implementation of improvement plans Oversee medication management and ensure safe clinical practice Monitor clinical risks and ensure appropriate action is taken Support care planning, assessments and reviews Promote best practice and high standards of documentation Build positive relationships with residents, families and healthcare professionals Support the recruitment, induction and development of clinical staff Promote a culture of compassion, dignity, respect and clinical excellence Requirements Active NMC registration (RGN or RMN) Previous experience within a Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager, Unit Manager, Senior Nurse or similar role Strong knowledge of CQC requirements and clinical governance Confident providing leadership and guidance to nursing and care teams Strong clinical knowledge and decision-making skills Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving abilities Passionate about delivering exceptional elderly care Committed to continuous improvement and achieving positive outcomes for residents Benefits Competitive salary of £55,000 per annum Generous annual leave entitlement Company pension scheme Ongoing professional development and funded training opportunities Career progression within a growing care organisation NMC registration support Employee wellbeing initiatives Recognition and reward programmes Supportive senior leadership team Employee assistance programme Free on-site parking Meals provided whilst on duty If you are a nurse-qualified leader looking for an opportunity where you can lead from the front, support your team and genuinely influence the quality of care residents receive, we would love to hear from you. Our Promise At New Way Recruitment, we believe in Heart-Led Hiring in Care. Guided by our ethos of “Recruiting with Care, Placing with Purpose”, we are committed to a recruitment experience where compassion meets opportunity. Our promise is simple: a heart-led, confidential, and individually tailored approach for every candidate and client we support. You can be assured that our team handles every step of the process with integrity, understanding, and genuine care. If you’re considering your next move and this role sounds like something you would be interested in, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch — we’re here to help. INDHP