Job summary As a Regional Clinical Development Nurse at Barchester, you'll lead, support, and continuously improve the clinical governance and quality of care for residents in nine of their care homes across the North West region. You'll be responsible for reviewing the clinical governance database and KPIs of each home monthly, analyzing the results, and identifying practical strategies to ensure all regulations are met and care delivery is continuously improved. Main duties of the job In this role, you'll be expected to support the performance of each home, ensuring it performs to the highest clinical standards. You'll work closely with the Regional Director, improvement specialists, and senior clinical staff in each home to support the continual improvement of standards and help implement key actions to address any issues that arise. This may involve organizing new training, helping attract key senior clinical staff, or delivering clinical investigations. Your strong leadership skills and passion for delivering the best care will make a real difference to the residents in Barchester's care. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes and healthcare services in the UK. They operate over 200 care homes and employ over 17,000 people, dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centered care to their residents. Barchester is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in the care sector. Details Date posted 19 July 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £50,441.89 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1347618056 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Lancaster LA1 5EF Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Clinical Development Nurse at Barchester, you'll lead, support and continuously improve the clinical governance and quality of care for residents in nine of our care homes; two in North Yorkshire, four in Lancashire, two in Cumbria and one in Dumfries You'll be expected to support the performance of each home ensuring it performs to the highest clinical standards. Reviewing the clinical governance database and KPIs of each home every month, you'll analyse the results and identify practical strategies to make sure all regulations are met and ensure we continually improve the care we deliver, too. Working closely with the Regional Director, improvement specialists and senior clinical staff in each home, you'll support the continual improvement of standards and help implement key actions to address any issues which arise. Whether you're organising new training, helping attract key senior clinical staff, or delivering clinical investigations, your leadership skills and passion for delivering the best will make a real difference to the residents in our care. Due to the regional nature of this role a willingness for regular travel is essential. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Regional Clinical Development Nurse at Barchester, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration. You must also provide evidence of continued professional development and have a strong understanding of current regulatory requirements. An experienced nurse, you'll have worked in a care home environment and are a confident clinical mentor, including with newly-qualified nurses. Your leadership skills, sharp analytical mind and the ability to share knowledge, build relationships, and deliver on your action plans enables you to deliver impressive results. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Company car, mobile phone and laptop Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Nurse Mentor and Refer a Friend bonus schemes Offer to pay Skilled Worker visa application fee for eligible nurses* If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, we would welcome your application. *Terms and conditions apply. Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Clinical Development Nurse at Barchester, you'll lead, support and continuously improve the clinical governance and quality of care for residents in nine of our care homes; two in North Yorkshire, four in Lancashire, two in Cumbria and one in Dumfries You'll be expected to support the performance of each home ensuring it performs to the highest clinical standards. Reviewing the clinical governance database and KPIs of each home every month, you'll analyse the results and identify practical strategies to make sure all regulations are met and ensure we continually improve the care we deliver, too. Working closely with the Regional Director, improvement specialists and senior clinical staff in each home, you'll support the continual improvement of standards and help implement key actions to address any issues which arise. Whether you're organising new training, helping attract key senior clinical staff, or delivering clinical investigations, your leadership skills and passion for delivering the best will make a real difference to the residents in our care. Due to the regional nature of this role a willingness for regular travel is essential. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Regional Clinical Development Nurse at Barchester, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration. You must also provide evidence of continued professional development and have a strong understanding of current regulatory requirements. An experienced nurse, you'll have worked in a care home environment and are a confident clinical mentor, including with newly-qualified nurses. Your leadership skills, sharp analytical mind and the ability to share knowledge, build relationships, and deliver on your action plans enables you to deliver impressive results. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Company car, mobile phone and laptop Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Nurse Mentor and Refer a Friend bonus schemes Offer to pay Skilled Worker visa application fee for eligible nurses* If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, we would welcome your application. *Terms and conditions apply. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To join Barchester as a Regional Clinical Development Nurse, you must be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration. You should also have evidence of continued professional development and a strong understanding of current regulatory requirements. Additionally, you should have experience working in a care home environment and be a confident clinical mentor, including with newly-qualified nurses. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To join Barchester as a Regional Clinical Development Nurse, you must be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration. You should also have evidence of continued professional development and a strong understanding of current regulatory requirements. Additionally, you should have experience working in a care home environment and be a confident clinical mentor, including with newly-qualified nurses. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Lancaster LA1 5EF Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Lancaster LA1 5EF Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Barchester Healthcare, LA1 5EF Lancaster, United Kingdom