Clinical Development Nurse

Job summary

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 in the areas of Milton Keynes, Oxfordshire, Northampton, Gosmore, Melbourn and St Peter in Jersey. 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Regional Clinical Development Nurse at Barchester, the role involves leading, supporting, and continuously improving clinical governance and care quality for residents across nine care homes located in Milton Keynes, Oxfordshire, Northampton, Gosmore, Melbourn, and St Peter in Jersey. The responsibilities include reviewing clinical governance databases, analyzing KPIs, and ensuring high performance standards. The role demands collaboration with Regional Directors and senior clinical staff to implement strategies and solutions. Organizing training, recruitment, and conducting clinical investigations are key activities. Strong leadership, nursing experience, and travel willingness are essential.

About us

Barchester Healthcare, a leading healthcare provider, specializes in delivering high-quality care across multiple facilities. This role within Barchester involves extensive responsibility for ensuring that the highest clinical standards are met in various care homes. This includes rigorous review processes and continuous improvement strategies. The organization values skilled leadership and effective collaboration among staff at different locations. Leadership roles like the Clinical Development Nurse emphasize teamwork with regional directors and senior clinical staff, as well as driving innovations in training and recruitment. Barchester's commitment to excellence is evident in their comprehensive care approach.

Details

• Date posted: 20 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £54,000 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1528508119
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Hailey Nr Witney, OX29 9UB, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 in the areas of Milton Keynes, Oxfordshire, Northampton, Gosmore, Melbourn and St Peter in Jersey.

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 YOUTo 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 PACKAGEAs 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 Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme 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.