Job summary
We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and compassionate Band 6 Clinical Lead to join our Dementia Assessment Unit within the Specialist Older People's Inpatient Services. This is a pivotal leadership role supporting older adults living with dementia who require specialist assessment, therapeutic intervention, and high-quality, person-centred care.
As a Clinical Lead, you will provide expert clinical oversight, leadership, and professional guidance to the multidisciplinary team. You will ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care delivery, supporting both the clinical environment and the development of staff. You will act as a role model for excellence in dementia care, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing for every individual in our service.
Closing Date: 5th January 2026
Shortlisting Date: W/C 12th January 2026
Interview Date: 27th January 2026 (Subject to change)
Main duties of the job
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide advanced clinical leadership in dementia care, behavioural support, and complex needs. Lead decision-making, risk assessment, and care planning. Deliver specialist assessments, therapeutic interventions, and ensure person-centred, trauma-informed care. Educate and train staff to build dementia expertise and confidence.
Team LeadershipOffer daily clinical leadership, supervision, and mentorship. Support induction, reflective practice, and staff wellbeing. Deliver teaching, coaching, and promote continuous development.
Care Oversight & GovernanceMaintain high standards of personal care, nutrition, mobility, and dignity. Lead clinical observations, escalation, safeguarding, and risk management. Ensure compliance with policies, CQC standards, and best practice.
End-of-Life CareGuide compassionate, dignified care, support families, and implement personalised plans.
Coordination & CommunicationOversee admissions, discharges, documentation, and liaise with families and external teams. Act as key contact, promoting clear, compassionate communication.
Quality & FlexibilityEnsure accurate records, lead audits, and drive service improvement. Provide leadership across wards as needed.
About YouRegistered Nurse (MH/LD), experienced in dementia care, confident in leadership, skilled in communication, and committed to person-centred care.
Join us to shape high-quality dementia care and lead a team dedicated to dignity, safety, and meaningful patient experience.
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN or LD
- Current Registration on NMC Register
Desirable
- Teaching (clinical practice) qualification/certificate or equivalent experience
- Dementia Qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Assessment, planning, formulation and evaluation of a patient's holistic care.
- Experience of providing teaching and education to staff.
- Experience of taking charge of a team.
- Experience of working with people with complex care needs associated with their Dementia
- Clinical experience including experience of risk assessment, assessing patients and creating/implementing and evaluating care plans etc.
Desirable
- Experience and understanding of Dementia illness and the appropriate skills involved.
- Involvement with innovation in Nursing Practice.
- Experience of working with Dementia clients and their families
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN or LD
- Current Registration on NMC Register
Desirable
- Teaching (clinical practice) qualification/certificate or equivalent experience
- Dementia Qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Assessment, planning, formulation and evaluation of a patient's holistic care.
- Experience of providing teaching and education to staff.
- Experience of taking charge of a team.
- Experience of working with people with complex care needs associated with their Dementia
- Clinical experience including experience of risk assessment, assessing patients and creating/implementing and evaluating care plans etc.
Desirable
- Experience and understanding of Dementia illness and the appropriate skills involved.
- Involvement with innovation in Nursing Practice.
- Experience of working with Dementia clients and their families
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).
