Nursing Home Clinical Lead - Southampton
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | SO15 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | JOB-56438-20726 |
Summary
Clinical Lead / Deputy Nursing Home Manager – Southampton
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Nurse Qualified | Exciting Development Project
We are recruiting an experienced Nursing Home Clinical Lead / Deputy Manager to join a highly exciting and ambitious project in Southampton. This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse-qualified Clinical Lead or Deputy Nursing Home Manager to play a pivotal role in developing and shaping a leading nursing home, setting exceptional clinical standards from the outset.
This role is ideal for a passionate, hands-on clinical leader who is motivated by quality improvement, team development, and delivering outstanding resident care within a progressive nursing home environment.
The Role
As Clinical Lead / Deputy Nursing Home Manager, you will work closely with the Home Manager to provide strong clinical and operational leadership. You will be instrumental in developing best-in-class clinical governance, supporting nurses and care teams, and ensuring the nursing home consistently delivers safe, effective, and person-centred care.
This is a rare opportunity to be involved in a nursing home development project, where your leadership and clinical expertise will directly influence the success and reputation of the service.
Key Responsibilities
Provide visible and effective clinical leadership across the nursing home
Support the Home Manager with day-to-day operational management
Lead on clinical governance, audits, and quality improvement
Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations and safeguarding standards
Mentor, coach, and develop nursing and care teams
Oversee care planning, medication management, and risk assessments
Deputise for the Home Manager when required
About You
Nurse qualified (RGN / RMN / RNLD) with a valid NMC pin
Previous experience as a Clinical Lead or Deputy Nursing Home Manager is essential
Strong knowledge of CQC compliance, clinical governance, and safeguarding
Confident leader with excellent communication and organisational skills
Passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred nursing care
Excited by the opportunity to help develop a leading nursing home
What’s on Offer
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Opportunity to be part of an exciting nursing home development project
Supportive senior leadership and long-term career progression
Ongoing professional development and training
A rewarding leadership role with real influence and autonomy
Location: Southampton
If you are a nurse-qualified Clinical Lead or Deputy Nursing Home Manager seeking your next career move and want to play a key role in developing a leading nursing home, apply today to find out more.