At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead nursing teams to deliver top-notch, person-centred care for residents.
- Company: Join a compassionate care home dedicated to high-quality elderly and dementia care.
- Benefits: £1500 welcome bonus, competitive pay, 28 days leave, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career progression and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: NMC registered nurse with care home experience and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 44962 £ per year.
Deanwood Manor, Wigan – 33 hours per week – Days (7am–7pm) – Real Living Wage (Premium pay on Care Workers) £1500 Welcome Bonus!
About the Role
- Support the Home Manager and lead nursing and care teams to deliver safe, effective, and person‑centred care for residents.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and deliver high‑quality, person‑centred nursing care
- Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to nurses and care staff
- Assist the Home Manager with clinical governance and compliance requirements
- Monitor and audit care practices to maintain high standards
- Administer medication safely and oversee medication management processes
- Monitor residents’ nutritional and dietary needs
- Support wound care, infection control, and pressure area care management
- Review care plans, risk assessments, and clinical documentation for accuracy and compliance
- Investigate incidents, accidents, and safeguarding concerns as required
- Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and competency assessments
- Promote a safe environment by leading by example
- Build positive relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies
- Support quality improvement initiatives and prepare for inspections and audits
What Matters Most
- Calm, dependable, and compassionate
- Confident clinical leader with excellent communication skills
- Proactive, enthusiastic, and highly organised
- Skilled at motivating and supporting multidisciplinary teams
- Independent, sound clinical decision‑maker
- Passionate about high‑quality elderly and dementia care
- Adaptable and able to work under pressure
- Committed to continuous improvement and best practice
- Dedicated to maintaining outstanding clinical and regulatory standards
Essential Skills & Experience
- Currently registered with the NMC for the appropriate client group (valid PIN required)
- Previous care home experience
- Experience in medication administration and clinical oversight
- Knowledge of wound care, infection control, and pressure area care
- Experience leading, supervising, or mentoring nursing and care teams
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- Experience completing audits, care plan reviews, and clinical documentation
- Good understanding of CQC standards and clinical governance processes
What You’ll Get
- £1500 welcome bonus after qualifying period
- Fortnightly pay
- 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Company pension scheme
- Paid DBS check
- Paid NMC PIN renewal fee
- Uniform provided
- Fully paid induction training
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- 4 days accredited training per year towards NMC registration
- Career progression through Dovehaven Training Academy
- Opportunities to develop leadership and management skills
Important Information
- Day shifts available (7am–7pm on rota basis)
- Alternate weekend availability required
- Enhanced DBS required; no sponsorship available
Clinical Lead Nurse employer: Dovehaven Care Homes
At Deanwood Manor in Wigan, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and compassionate work environment for our Clinical Lead Nurses. With a commitment to continuous professional development, including access to the Dovehaven Training Academy and accredited training, we empower our staff to grow their leadership skills while providing high-quality care to our residents. Enjoy competitive benefits such as a £1500 welcome bonus, fortnightly pay, and a strong focus on employee well-being, making us a rewarding place to build your nursing career.
