Location: Northampton
Schedule: Monday – Friday (flexible / on-call requirements may apply)

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Lead (Children’s Nurse) to provide strong clinical leadership within our children’s care service. This role is ideal for a Band 6 Registered Children’s Nurse (RNC) looking to take the next step in their career.

The Clinical Lead will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, child-centred care for children with complex health needs and/or learning disabilities. You will play a key role in supporting nursing staff, driving clinical excellence, and ensuring compliance with CQC standards and best practice guidelines.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a balance of clinical expertise, team development, and governance oversight, ensuring that children receive the highest standard of care in community or home settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the clinical team, working alongside the Registered Manager to ensure effective service delivery
• Oversee and maintain high standards of clinical care, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance
• Provide clinical supervision, appraisals, mentoring, and professional development for nursing staff
• Drive clinical governance and quality improvement, including audits, incident reviews, and action planning
• Deliver and coordinate specialist clinical training tailored to individual children’s needs
• Ensure staff feel supported by establishing a strong clinical support network beyond traditional healthcare settings
• Act as a point of contact for clinical advice, promoting evidence-based practice
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations, maintaining an inspection-ready service
• Work collaboratively with families, multidisciplinary teams, and external professionals
• Maintain accurate and high-quality clinical records and documentation

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse (NMC) – Children’s Nursing (RNC) essential
• Degree in Nursing or equivalent
• Proven experience in a senior or Band 6 nursing role
• Experience working with children with complex needs and/or learning disabilities
• Experience of clinical supervision and staff development
• Strong understanding of safeguarding children and young people
• Knowledge of CQC standards and clinical governance
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to manage workload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel (if required)

Desirable Skills

• Teaching, mentoring, or assessing qualifications
• Experience in community or home care settings
• Experience leading audits and quality improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of Child in Need and Child Protection processes
• Experience delivering clinical training to teams
• Familiarity with electronic care planning systems