Clinical Lead in Magherafelt

Can you make a real difference in the lives of others?

At Macklin Care Homes, you'll join an award-winning team where your contributions are valued, with opportunities for career development and a friendly, rewarding work environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart, we would love to hear from you.

Our residents are at the heart of our homes; we are inspired not only by their stories and experiences of years gone by but also by knowing we are making a real difference in their lives.

Milesian Manor Care Home (Magherafelt) is seeking an experienced and dedicated Clinical Lead to join our team on a full-time basis. The Clinical Lead will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the highest standards of nursing care within the Home. Working closely with the Nurse Manager, the Clinical Lead will provide clinical leadership and support to the nursing and care teams, ensuring residents receive safe, person-centred and compassionate care.

This is a 37-hour per week role, comprising approximately 22 hours providing hands-on nursing care and 15 hours dedicated to clinical leadership, administration and management support.

The role will provide an important link between the nursing and care teams and the Nurse Manager, supporting the effective delivery of care and promoting a positive culture of continuous improvement.

Please note that flexibility will be required. Where the needs of the Home and residents require additional nursing support, the Clinical Lead may be required to prioritise clinical duties and forgo some or all of their allocated office hours. When the Nurse Manager is absent from the Home, the Clinical Lead will provide additional management support and will have full office hours to assist with the effective management of the Home.

The role will normally comprise:

• 22 hours per week – Nursing/clinical duties, Monday to Sunday.
• 15 hours per week – Clinical leadership, administration and management support, Monday to Sunday.

The allocation of hours may vary according to the operational and clinical needs of the Home. The Clinical Lead may be required to undertake additional nursing duties and forgo allocated office/administrative time where resident care and staffing requirements necessitate this.

About The Role

Clinical Leadership & Resident Care

• Provide strong clinical leadership and support to the nursing and care teams.
• Lead by example in delivering safe, effective, compassionate and person-centred care.
• Promote and maintain high standards of nursing practice throughout the Home.
• Support nurses and care staff in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of residents' care.
• Undertake clinical assessments and reviews and support the development and review of individual care plans.
• Monitor residents' changing needs and ensure appropriate action is taken where concerns are identified.
• Support the management of clinical incidents, accidents, safeguarding concerns and changes in residents' condition.
• Promote residents' dignity, privacy, independence and choice at all times.
• Act as a clinical resource for staff, providing guidance, advice and support where required.

Quality, Compliance & Clinical Governance

• Support the Nurse Manager in ensuring the Home meets all relevant regulatory and professional standards.
• Promote compliance with RQIA requirements, Company policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
• Monitor standards of care through regular clinical oversight, audits, observations and reviews.
• Identify areas for improvement and work with the Nurse Manager and wider team to implement appropriate actions.
• Support the completion and review of clinical audits and action plans.
• Ensure appropriate standards are maintained in relation to medicines management, including the safe storage, administration and recording of medicines and controlled drugs.
• Promote evidence-based nursing practice and continuous professional development.
• Maintain accurate, confidential and contemporaneous clinical records.

Leadership & Staff Development

• Provide day-to-day clinical guidance and support to nurses and care staff.
• Support the induction and development of new nursing and care staff.
• Identify training and development needs within the clinical team and raise these with the Nurse Manager.
• Support staff to maintain professional standards and promote accountability for the quality of care delivered.
• Provide coaching and constructive feedback to staff where appropriate.
• Promote effective communication and positive working relationships across the Home.
• Support the Nurse Manager with staff performance, conduct and capability matters where appropriate.

Communication & Partnership Working

• Develop positive and professional relationships with residents, relatives and representatives.
• Liaise effectively with GPs, pharmacists, district nurses, allied health professionals and other external healthcare professionals.
• Communicate changes in residents' health and care needs promptly and appropriately.
• Respond professionally to concerns raised by residents, relatives or staff and escalate matters to the Nurse Manager where appropriate.
• Support positive relationships with RQIA and other external stakeholders.

Management Support

• Work closely with the Nurse Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the Home.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical and quality improvement plans.
• Participate in regular meetings with the Nurse Manager to review clinical standards, resident outcomes, staffing and areas for improvement.
• Assist with the management of clinical resources and ensure appropriate standards of staffing and care delivery are maintained.
• Support the Nurse Manager in monitoring staffing levels and responding to operational pressures.
• When the Nurse Manager is absent, provide appropriate leadership and management support to ensure the continued safe and effective operation of the Home.
• During periods when the Nurse Manager is absent, take responsibility for escalating and managing issues within the scope of the role and seek appropriate support where required.

Health & Safety

• Promote a safe environment for residents, visitors and staff.
• Ensure Company Health & Safety procedures are followed within the nursing and care environment.
• Identify and report hazards, risks and incidents promptly.
• Support appropriate action following accidents, incidents and near misses.
• Promote infection prevention and control standards throughout the Home.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and comply with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all requirements relating to data protection and resident privacy.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, professional standards and best practice.
• Take responsibility for continuing professional development and maintain competence within the scope of practice.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with Macklin Care Homes' values, policies and procedures.

Company benefits:

At Macklin Care Homes, we understand the hard work and dedication that our colleagues bring to their roles, and we are committed to rewarding their efforts with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values.
• A comprehensive paid induction programme.
• A wide variety of training provided.
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including team-building initiatives.
• Free car parking and uniform*
• Incentives for employee referrals*

*T&Cs will apply.

Ensure your CV is up to date as this is required for the interview process.

This role does not offer sponsorship. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Interviews may take place before the job advertisement closes. Submit your application promptly as the role may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage.

An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents, along with the Access NI Code of Practice, are available upon request by contacting the HR Department.

It is Macklin Care Homes Policy that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer.

Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Required Criteria

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN.
• Relevant post-registration qualification or evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Significant experience working as a Registered Nurse within a care home or similar healthcare setting.
• Experience of providing clinical leadership or supporting other nursing staff.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, care planning, medicines management and regulatory requirements.
• Experience of monitoring and maintaining high standards of resident care.
• Excellent clinical assessment, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively to clinical emergencies and challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, colleagues and external healthcare professionals.
• Ability to lead, motivate and support a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Commitment to person-centred care and maintaining residents' dignity, privacy and independence.
• Ability to work flexibly in response to the needs of the Home.
• Right to work and live in the UK.

Desired Criteria

• Relevant clinical leadership or management qualification.
• Previous experience as a Clinical Lead, Senior Nurse, Deputy Nurse Manager or similar role.
• Experience working within an RQIA-regulated care environment.
• Experience supporting clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives and regulatory inspections.

About The Company

Macklin Care Homes – Caring with Heart for Over 30 Years

For over 30 years, Macklin Care Homes have been dedicated to providing exceptional care. We bring decades of experience, knowledge, and expertise to every individual we support. But we are not just another care home—we are family-first. Everyone who comes through our doors—residents, staff, relatives, and suppliers—is treated as part of one big caring community.

We proudly operate six care homes across Northern Ireland:

• Arlington, Our Lady's, and Parkmanor Oaks – Belfast
• Milesian Manor – Magherafelt
• Ratheane – Coleraine
• Leabank – Ballycastle

Our vision is to make a genuine, positive impact on the lives of people in our local communities. We strive to be the trusted care provider that families choose with confidence. Through dedication, passion, and commitment, we care with heart—creating an environment where people feel safe, loved, and respected.

At Macklin Care Homes, we aim to be the preferred choice in the community—where families know their loved ones are in the best hands.

Company Culture

Make a Real Difference – Join Macklin Care Homes

Do you want to make a genuine difference in the lives of others? At Macklin Care Homes, we are always looking for passionate, caring individuals to join our team—and in return, we will help bring out the very best in you.

As part of our award-winning team, you will be valued for your contribution and supported with opportunities for career development, all within a friendly and rewarding working environment.

Our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by their stories, their experiences, and the knowledge that our care truly makes a difference in their lives.

Guided by a strong set of core values, we cultivate a culture of respect, dedication, and compassion. These values ensure that residents and their families remain at the centre of all our efforts.

We are proud of the positive, caring culture we live by every day. If you are compassionate, committed, and care with heart, we would love to hear from you. Join us, and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

For all recruitment-related enquiries, please contact our Recruitment Team at: recruitment@macklingroup.com

Company Benefits

A Family-Run Organisation That Cares with Heart

As a family-run organisation, we live and breathe our core values: treating people really well, trust, dedication, and continuous development. When you join Macklin Care Homes, you don't just become part of a team—you become part of our family.

Caring with heart is at the centre of everything we do, for both our residents and our team members. It's this commitment to compassion, respect, and support that makes our homes a truly special place to live and work.

Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Free parking or Discounted parking , Employee Assistance Scheme, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, Progression opportunities, Staff celebration events

Salary

£24.50 per hour