Lead Nurse
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Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership to nursing teams, promoting high standards, innovation and person-centred care
- Oversee day-to-day operational management of nursing and clinical services, including performance against KPIs
- Lead on harm reduction initiatives (e.g. BBV management, wound care, COPD, health promotion)
- Develop and manage specialist clinical pathways such as Hepatitis C, mental health and pregnancy support
- Build strong relationships with Primary Care, NHS Trusts and partner agencies to improve access and outcomes
- Lead on clinical governance, audit and service improvement, ensuring compliance with CQC standards
- Deliver and support service user assessments, care planning and reviews in both clinical and outreach settings
Requirements
- We're seeking someone who is both a strong clinical practitioner and an inspirational Registered Nurse (Adult or Mental Health) with a valid NMC PIN;
- Experience working with substance misuse clients
- Strong experience in clinical assessment, care planning and harm reduction
- Demonstrable ability to lead teams and influence clinical practice
- Experience in clinical audit, governance and service improvement
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Lead Nurse Location: Unity Building, 30 Manningham Lane, Bradford, BD1 3DN Working 37 Salary: £44,789 - £54,384 Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band. About Waythrough Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we've created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services - and it's all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers. Make a real difference in your community Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change. We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Lead Nurse to join our team and take the clinical lead across our substance misuse services. You'll lead a team of nurses and healthcare assistants, shape clinical pathways, and work collaboratively with partner organisations including primary care, hospitals and specialist services.
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