Clinical Team Leader

About the role

The Clinical Team Leader will support the ward manager in delivering high‑quality nursing care on an inpatient ward. This position offers a supportive senior team, full induction and opportunities to develop leadership and supervisory skills within a dynamic NHS environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the manager in overseeing nursing care and ensuring standards meet CQC guidelines.
• Provide day‑to‑day leadership to staff and patients, including acting as unit coordinator when required.
• Drive continuous improvement in care quality and maintain a safe ward environment.
• Collaborate with community services, CCGs and local authorities to manage patient flow and bed allocation.
• Support, guide and teach junior staff and students, both informally and formally.
• Assume full managerial responsibility for the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager.

Required profile

• Qualified and experienced nurse seeking to broaden leadership and supervisory experience.
• Forward‑thinking, emotionally resilient and clinically credible.
• Demonstrated understanding of leadership skills and ability to motivate staff.
• Commitment to supporting individual development within the team.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full induction and proactive support from a senior leadership team.
• Opportunities for clinical and professional development.
• Being part of a diverse, award‑winning Trust rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.