We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.
The Clinical Lead is an integral role within Social Care and assists the Care Manager with professional and administrative duties and is responsible to the Manager for the care /nursing matters in the Home whilst ensuring that the Care Manager is kept informed at all times.
In the absence of the Care Manager, the Clinical Lead is the leader and a working member of the care team and has the overall responsibility of the nursing / care management of the Home, maintenance of high standards of care and monitoring of performance of the staff.
To ensure that standards are maintained, and that adequate cover is provided, flexibility is required of the Clinical Lead for working nights, weekends and a proportion of Bank Holidays, as necessary.
The Clinical Lead will also be expected, from time to time, to assist the Care Manager and Proprietor with unexpected visits and inspections of the Home, when otherwise off duty.
Trainee nurses (nurses qualified outside of the EU) will need to hold a letter from the NMC confirming their eligibility to sit the OSCE exam.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have the following skills and values:
- A qualified RGN/RMN/RNLD with a valid NMC pin number or a Student Nurse (qualified outside of the EU) with a letter from the NMC confirming their eligibility to sit the OSCE exam.
- Previous experience working as a Senior Nurse or staff nurse or registered nurse in a Care Home environment is desirable but not essential.
- People Management experience
- A committed and organised approach.
- A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexible to work shifts.
Our Benefits
In return for this you will receive a competitive salary package plus:
- Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
- Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
- Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
- Pension Scheme with Nest
- Flexible working patterns
- Cycle to work scheme**
- Recommend a friend
- Service recognition
- Training support and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Wellbeing support
- Discounted gym membership
*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.
**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage
Kings Court Care Centre, situated close to transport routes in Swindon, supports those seeking an independent lifestyle and assistance from skilled carers. A team of caring staff welcomes new residents and strives to respect the wishes of individuals as much as possible. Residents at Kings Court Care Centre have the freedom to make decisions about what meals they would like. A home-cooked alternative meal can always be provided by the care home's chef. Individuals are given nutritious options so that they can enjoy a well-balanced diet. Staff takes residents and their relatives' concerns very seriously and individuals are made to feel comfortable thanks to the care home's approachable and friendly staff.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme