Clinical Lead/ Deputy Manager

Clinical Lead/Deputy Manager (RGN)

Location: Canterbury, Kent

Salary: Up to £41,000 per annum (£21.50 per hour day rate)

Hours: 36 hours per week (24 clinical, 12 supernumerary)

Contract: Permanent

Sponsorship: Not available

We are recruiting a Clinical Lead (RGN) to join an established nursing home in the Canterbury area. This is a combined clinical and leadership role, providing hands-on nursing care alongside supernumerary responsibilities covering governance, audits, and staff development. On-call is required on alternate weeks, with overtime available.

The Role

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight across the service
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred nursing care during clinical shifts
• Lead, support, and supervise nursing and care staff
• Support the Registered Manager with clinical governance and audits
• Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations and best practice
• Maintain accurate records using a digital care system
• Cover sickness and absence where required

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC PIN - essential (RMN not suitable)
• Minimum 5 years post-registration nursing experience
• Previous experience managing or supervising staff
• Strong understanding of CQC standards and compliance
• Confident using digital care systems and IT platforms
• Flexible, reliable, and able to work under pressure

The Service

• Established nursing home
• Combined clinical and supernumerary leadership role
• Alternate week on-call
• Overtime available including night cover

Commutable Areas

Commutable AreasCanterbury, Whitstable, Faversham, Herne Bay, Ashford, Margate, Folkestone and surrounding areas.

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