SARC Manager - Leicester - FT

We are seeking NMC female registered nurses to join our team.

Under the Sex Discrimination Act Section 7(2)b and 7(2)e.

Please note, all successful candidates will be subject to pre‑employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, and Police vetting NVVP Level 2 checks.

Role Overview

If you are looking for a role where your impact is immediate, meaningful and aligned within national forensic and safeguarding standards, this is an opportunity.

The SARC Manager role is critical in providing victims of sexual assault with the dedicated support and care required.

Acting as the advocate for patients who attend the centre, you will empower them to feel in control and, where applicable, support them during the forensic examination process.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all activities related to the smooth running of the SARC.
• Effectively lead and manage this multi‑agency centre and services, playing a pivotal role in developing a strategic vision for the service ensuring changes meet internal and external expectations and meet budgetary constraints, while covering the service (predominantly) out of office hours, including nights and weekends.
• Oversee the day‑to‑day running of the Horizon SARC so the service is safe, effective and well‑led.
• Act as the CQC Registered Manager once your application is submitted.
• Build a positive, trauma‑informed service culture that supports both staff and clients.
• Act as the operational single point of contact for SARC doctors.
• Support or undertake forensic examinations once trained.
• Maintain high standards of forensic practice including contamination control, evidence handling, chain of custody and Oasis documentation.
• Ensure equipment, kits, medication and consumables are safe, in date and compliant with UKAS requirements.
• Lead daily case reviews, clinical oversight, referrals and follow‑up processes.
• Ensure compliance with CQC, ISO 15189, the Forensic Science Regulator Code of Practice and all safeguarding requirements.
• Manage the SARC risk register, quality manual, asset register and incident reviews.
• Oversee audits, action plans, environmental monitoring and data accuracy.
• Act as Information Asset Owner, ensuring confidentiality, safety and secure handling of records and forensic samples.
• Drive continuous improvement based on service‑user feedback and audit findings.
• Lead all SARC staff including recruitment, induction, supervision and ongoing performance management.
• Oversee rota management, shift approval, leave planning and out‑of‑hours coverage.
• Ensure staff maintain training compliance, safeguarding passports, re‑validation and professional registrations.
• Provide supportive leadership that promotes well‑being, development and a strong clinical culture.
• Build strong relationships with police forces, commissioners, safeguarding boards, NHS partners and local agencies.
• Prepare quarterly performance reports for NHSE.
• Represent the service at operational groups, MDT meetings and SARC management reviews.
• Identify service gaps and contribute to business cases to enhance the service.

Qualifications

• NMC registered nurse, midwife, or registered paramedic with a minimum of three years post‑qualification experience.
• Leadership or management experience within a clinical setting.
• Confident working with vulnerable adults and children.
• Strong communication, clinical judgment and organisational skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in emotionally challenging situations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to work outside core hours when needed to support the 24‑hour rota.
• Female applicants only, as permitted under the Sex Discrimination Act Section 7(2)b and 7(2)e.
• Applicants must live within 60 minutes travelling time to their appointed/local SARC.
• Desirable Experience: within SARCs, forensic healthcare, sexual violence services or safeguarding.
• Desirable Experience: training or experience in forensic examinations.
• Desirable Experience: experience working with police, commissioners or multi‑agency safeguarding partners.

Benefits

• Clear salary progression after probation and further uplift when your Registered Manager application is submitted.
• SOE training, clinical supervision, peer review and management development, along with support from a wider network of SARC Managers.

Are you looking for a new and exciting alternative career path within the care sector?

If so, join an innovative and market‑leading organisation.

Mountain Healthcare is one of the UK's leading providers of forensic healthcare within the Health and Justice sector, delivering high‑quality care to some of the most vulnerable people in our communities.

We are proud to be guided by our core values of Being Kind and Doing the Right Thing.

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