8 Academic Nursing jobs in the United Kingdom

Clinical Lead

Be the focal point for contact with people who live here, their relatives and visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their well-being, ensuring that any reasonable requests are acted upon and concerns or complaints are promptly investigated and dealt with appropriately. 

Be responsible for monitoring standards of care delivered by qualified and unqualified care staff by observation and direct involvement, ensuring that all people that live here receive quality medical and personal care and that care plans are fully maintained. 

Take part in CQC and North Somerset inspections, ensuring all regulations and standards are met. 

Be responsible for understanding and complying with statutory and legal requirements. Including COSHH, health and safety and all aspects of health and social care to maintain a safe environment throughout. 

Act at all times in line with NMC Code of Professional Conduct (if relevant). 

Ensure all policies, procedures and business objectives are met.  

Prepare the staff duty rota to ensure appropriate staffing levels at all times. Or delegate this out 

Appraise staff.  

Instruct of all staff in safe systems of work, fire safety and evacuation procedures, and induction of new staff. 

Be responsible for monitoring the state of well-being of each person, being aware of any change impacting on care and care plans, ensuring that new needs are met and written records are amended to reflect any variation. 

Liaise with the proprietor on the marketing of the Home to existing and potential people who live here and relatives, health and social care professionals, developing links with other care providers to work together for the mutual benefit of those agencies and the Home. 

Practice safe systems of work across the range of tasks and in particular moving and handling of people who live here, by assessing risks and having due regard for personal safety and the safety of people who live here, visitors and staff. 

Understand personal responsibilities in relation to the Health and Safety at Work Act. Demonstrates a working knowledge of COSHH assessments. 

Act courteously toward people who live here and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each person and ensure effective communication is maintained. 

Contribute fully to team working, responding positively to colleagues and action all reasonable work instructions promptly. 

Advise on the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring the timely and appropriate ordering of replacement goods. 

Attend all relevant staff meetings. 

What we are looking for:  

Someone who can deliver a level of care that truly comes from the heart, making sure our residents never lose their dignity or sense of individuality as you get involved in general activities within the Care Home. And, whether you are helping someone with limited mobility to learn to use an aid, offering emotional support to a confused or distressed resident or delivering care to someone at the end of their life, you will always have their well-being in mind above anything else. 

You will need to be: 

Hold a First Level Nurse qualification and current NMC registration 

Demonstrate a minimum 5 years' experience and up to date knowledge of care, supported by relevant post – basic studies / qualification. 

To be fully conversant and have good working knowledge of the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults Regulations and DBS procedures. 

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all subsequent legislations and disclosure requirements relevant to the running and proper operation of a Nursing Home and all statutory compliance matters. 

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of CQC Fundamental standards. 

Become familiar with the Health and Social Care Act (2008/2014) and Regulations and assist the Manager in implementing and observing the same within the Home 

Display excellent interpersonal skills and ability to instruct and demonstrate care activities and work systems to staff. 

Demonstrate proven organisational and planning skills to ensure continuity of care. 

Demonstrate motivational leadership skills and promotion of high standards of care. 

Able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities. 

• Providing clinical leadership and operational management for a team of community nurses.
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based nursing care within community settings.
• Conducting patient assessments, developing care plans, and overseeing their implementation and review.
• Managing patient caseloads effectively, ensuring equitable distribution and appropriate skill mix.
• Mentoring, supporting, and developing the skills of the nursing team through regular supervision and performance reviews.
• Championing clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives, and patient safety.
• Ensuring compliance with NMC regulations, CQC standards, and all relevant healthcare legislation.
• Collaborating effectively with GPs, hospital teams, social services, and other allied health professionals to facilitate integrated care.
• Participating in the on-call rota and providing expert clinical advice as needed.
• Contributing to service development and strategic planning for community nursing services.

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with a valid NMC pin.
• Significant post-registration experience in community nursing, district nursing, or a related community healthcare setting.
• Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a nursing team.
• Post-graduate qualifications in relevant areas (e.g., District Nursing, Advanced Practice, Health Management) are highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of community healthcare services, patient pathways, and integrated care models.
• Excellent clinical assessment, care planning, and case management skills.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality assurance, and safeguarding principles.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and develop a team, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for community visits.

• Provide clinical leadership and operational oversight for a team of community nurses and healthcare assistants.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients in their own homes.
• Develop, implement, and monitor clinical governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Manage team performance, conduct appraisals, and identify professional development needs.
• Oversee patient caseloads, ensuring appropriate allocation and timely assessment.
• Act as a primary point of contact for complex clinical queries and escalations.
• Collaborate with GPs, hospital teams, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient transitions and integrated care.
• Champion patient safety, quality improvement initiatives, and best practice in community nursing.
• Manage resources effectively, including staffing levels and equipment.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and multidisciplinary teamwork.

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current NMC registration.
• Significant post-registration experience in community nursing or a related field, with demonstrated leadership experience (e.g., Ward Sister, Team Leader, Senior Nurse).
• Proven experience in clinical governance, quality improvement, and safeguarding.
• Excellent clinical assessment, decision-making, and care planning skills.
• Strong understanding of current healthcare policies and the challenges within community care.
• Exceptional leadership, management, and communication skills.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and support a diverse team.
• Proficiency in using electronic patient record systems.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (may be required for occasional regional travel, though the role is predominantly remote).
• Commitment to delivering compassionate and patient-centred care.

• Lead, manage, and inspire a team of community nurses and support staff.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based patient care within the community.
• Develop and implement care plans, monitor patient progress, and provide direct patient care when necessary.
• Oversee staff training, development, and performance management.
• Maintain clinical excellence and ensure adherence to professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage rotas, resource allocation, and budgets effectively.
• Liaise with GPs, hospitals, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated patient care.
• Participate in clinical audits and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
• Handle complex case management and provide expert clinical advice.
• Uphold the organisation's values and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement in Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK .

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current NMC registration.
• Significant post-registration experience in community nursing or a related field.
• Proven experience in a leadership or management role.
• Excellent clinical skills and a strong understanding of community healthcare needs.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Knowledge of clinical governance and quality improvement processes.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and make sound clinical judgments.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Provide clinical leadership and direction to the community nursing team, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred care.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the community nursing service, including rostering, workload management, and resource allocation.
• Conduct patient assessments, develop care plans, and oversee their implementation.
• Act as a point of escalation for complex clinical issues and provide expert guidance to the team.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant professional standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
• Lead and participate in clinical governance activities, including audits, risk management, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support, mentor, and develop the skills and knowledge of the nursing team through regular supervision and performance reviews.
• Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, social services, and external agencies to ensure integrated patient care.
• Contribute to service development and strategic planning for community health services.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records in accordance with professional standards.

• Registered Nurse (Adult or Community) with current NMC registration.
• Significant post-registration experience, with a substantial portion in community nursing or a related field.
• Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a healthcare setting.
• Demonstrable clinical expertise in managing a range of acute and chronic conditions in the community.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement, and safeguarding principles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to effectively manage a team and foster a positive working environment.
• Proficiency in IT systems relevant to healthcare (e.g., electronic patient records).
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• A degree or post-graduate qualification in nursing, community health, or a related field is desirable.

Are you a clinically qualified leader in nursing or allied health professions with a passion for integrated, community-based care? We’re seeking a proactive and visionary Clinical Service Manager to lead and coordinate four services across Swale, namely, 2 Hour Urgent Care, Community Intermediate Care, Community Neuro Rehabilitation, and Community Speech and Language Therapy Services.

Working very closely with the Head of Operations and the Director of Community Services within our North Kent Business Unit, you will help shape strategic objectives, drive service innovation, and ensure the delivery of safe, responsive, and equitable care. You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams including Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Physiotherapists, and Occupational Therapists, Healthcare Assistants and Rehab Support Workers embedding the 6Cs framework and professional standards into everyday practice.

This is a pivotal clinical leadership role focused on optimising service delivery, managing resources within budget, and fostering a culture of clinical excellence and continuous improvement. You’ll collaborate with Primary Care Networks, Social Care, Mental Health, and voluntary sector partners to develop Integrated Neighbourhood-Based models that reduce hospital admissions and promote seamless care pathways.

You’ll also play a vital role in workforce development, supporting staff through supervision, training, and appraisal, while ensuring compliance with governance, safety, and quality standards.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, influence change, and make a lasting impact on Community Healthcare provision in Swale, we’d love to hear from you.

As a Clinical Service Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Leading multidisciplinary teams across urgent care, intermediate care, neurorehabilitation, and therapy services, applying advanced clinical expertise and positive leadership.

• Embedding national frameworks (e.g. 6Cs), professional standards, and organisational strategies into daily service provision and patient care.

• Managing pay and non-pay budgets, and oversees recruitment, retention, induction, and workforce development within a designated locality.

• Proactively addressing clinical, performance, and staffing issues, including capacity planning, safeguarding, and incident response.

• Designing and delivering service changes and quality improvements based on feedback, incidents, and evolving national and local priorities.

• Collaborating with healthcare partners, social services, mental health, and voluntary sectors to promote integrated, neighbourhood-based care and reduce hospital admissions.

• Ensuring adherence to policies regarding information governance, health and safety, professional registration, and statutory training requirements.

• Creating a learning-focused environment, encouraging clinical supervision, peer review, audits, and professional development across all disciplines.

• Overseeing audits, supports innovation and research, and ensures findings are embedded into practice to enhance care delivery.

• Participating in the senior manager on-call rota, supports peers, leads meetings, and contributes to organisational planning and performance reporting.

For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached job description. 

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Registered Nurse or Allied Healthcare Professional, with current professional registration
• Mentorship qualification
• Relevant Leadership in Community Nursing/Allied Healthcare qualifications
• BSc / degree in area relevant to community nursing / allied healthcare qualifications
• Leadership qualification
• Minimum of 5 years post registration experience, including at least 2 years working in a supervisory / managerial capacity at minimum band 7 level within a community nursing/allied healthcare service.
• Experience of effective budget and resource management
• Initiating research and / or audit and implementing changes / improvements in practice
• Experience of initiating, managing and evaluating change
• Experience of giving presentations to a wide audience
• Fully licensed car driver with the flexibility to travel across Swale and, when required, to attend meetings in Medway, Dartford, Gravesham, and Swanley (DGS).

For a full list of criteria, please see attached job description 

As a Clinical Service Manager you will be part of our valued team, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: 

• Band  8A AfC Salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover life’s emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates
• Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing – from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling 
• Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our ‘Outstanding’ learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise 
• An open, just culture where you’re encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care – backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year  
• The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with the majority of our rated services holding “good” or “outstanding” ratings from the Care Quality Commission

About the Company We change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.As you’d expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.Finally, we need to let you know that the company you’ll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job we’ll need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.