Clinical Nurse Lead

Job summary We have a number of exciting Clinical Nurse Lead positions across our adult acute inpatient wards at Hopewood Park Hospital. The role involves acting as deputy to the ward manager, coordinating evidence-based patient care, supervising nursing staff, and working within a multi-disciplinary team to support recovery-focused inpatient mental health services. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver compassionate care with a focus on empathy, respect, dignity and kindness to those who are experiencing acute crisis. The successful candidate will be required to support the EMDT developing collaborative needs-based care plans, through assessment planning implementation and evaluation. They will also be expected to facilitate and co-ordinate clinical practice on the ward. Experience in leading on training and development is essential as well as a knowledge with regards to supporting clinical supervisions and staff appraisals. Main duties of the job The post holder will provide effective leadership to the ward team, supporting the Ward Manager and Specialist Nurse in delivering high-quality, patient-centred, evidence-based care. We are seeking a confident and motivated registered nurse with the skills and experience to lead the delivery of safe and effective care whilst contributing to service improvement and development. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a compassionate approach to care, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. They will be responsible for developing and implementing individualised care plans through comprehensive assessment and clinical formulation. The role includes coordinating clinical practice, supervising and supporting Staff Nurses and Nursing Assistants, and leading the management of complex mental and physical health needs. The post holder will ensure high standards of care are maintained through effective clinical leadership, professional supervision, and role modelling. The successful candidate will support the achievement of key performance indicators, quality standards, and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with Trust policies and procedures and promoting continuous improvement. They will provide operational leadership across a 24-hour service, working flexibly across day and night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays as required. About us We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration. In return, we offer a dynamic and rewarding working environment with opportunities for learning, development, and career progression. This role is based within a 24-hour service, and the successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly across a full shift pattern, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays, in order to meet the needs of the service and ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality care at all times. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 15th October 2026 Closing date : 29th October 2026 We welcome your application. Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential • Professional Nursing qualification e.g.RMN/RNMH/ RNLD • ENB 998 / P126/127 or equivalent. • Student Assessor /Mentor Desirable • Qualification to Degree level • Management Qualification • Staff Training and Development • Leadership experience • Therapy Based Training qualification Knowledge and Experience Essential • Continued professional development • Post registration clinical experience • Staff Appraisal • Clinical Supervision • Mental health/learning disabilities needs • Care Co-ordination • Safeguarding • Carer needs • 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need. Skills and Competencies Essential • Good interpersonal and Communication • Collaborative working • Time Management • Change Management • Conflict resolution • Risk Assessment/ Management • Ability to meet deadlines • Ability to prioritise Desirable • Leadership • Operational Management • Recruitment and Selection • Change Management • Change Management • Debriefing 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 Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Address Hopewood Park Hospital Sunderland SR2 0NB United Kingdom Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)