Central London Community Health Trust

Clinical Lead - Richmond 0-19 services

The closing date is 01 March 2026

Job summary

Lead the Future of Community Health: 0-19 Clinical Lead - Richmond

Are you ready to lead a service that makes a real difference to families across Richmond? We are looking for a passionate and experienced Clinical Lead to join our 0-19 services and shape the future of community health for children, young people, and their families.

As the Clinical Lead for Health Visiting and School Nursing, you will be at the heart of our Richmond CSU. This is a pivotal leadership role where your clinical expertise and strategic vision will ensure the delivery of a high-quality, inclusive, and innovative Public Health Nursing service.

You will join a supportive, forward-thinking organization that values collaboration and empowers its leaders to make a lasting impact.

Main duties of the job

Strategic Influence & Partnership: Working in close partnership with local commissioners, you will ensure joint objectives are delivered and that our services are seamlessly integrated with local partners.
Integrated Care at the Heart of the Community: You will collaborate extensively with Early Help teams within Family Hubs, strengthening joined-up support for families and ensuring no child falls through the gaps.
Championing Clinical Excellence: You will provide strong professional leadership to our Health Visiting and School Nursing teams, supporting them in delivering the Trust's Quality Strategy and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and best practice.
Robust Safeguarding Leadership: Working alongside the Safeguarding Named Nurse, you will be responsible for ensuring that robust systems are in place to protect and support the most vulnerable families in our community.

You will be the clinical voice for the 0-19 service in Richmond, providing a sense of purpose and high standards. You will:

Coordinate and manage the day-to-day delivery of the Public Health Nursing service.
Lead on key projects and objectives across the organization, ensuring smooth transitions between services.
Support the development and training of staff, fostering a culture of compassion, equity, and professional growth.
Resolve complex clinical issues and provide expert guidance to frontline teams.

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Date posted

13 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£61,631 to £68,623 a year per annum, inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

824-SOUTH-7797739

Job locations

The Causeway

13 The Causeway, Teddington

London

TW11 0JR

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Nurse with full and current UK NMC registration
Masters level qualification in nursing or a post graduate qualification
Post registration training/education /qualification in clinical supervision/ safeguarding supervision
Evidence of recent and continuing post-registration professional education and training

Desirable

Teaching qualification or experience
Post Registration Management Qualification / willingness to undertake

Experience

Essential

Demonstrable previous success in leading and delivering change and performance with and through clinical teams,
Proven ability to analyse complex problems and to develop and successfully implement practical and workable solutions to address them.
A proven track record of operational service management at a senior level in an acute or community environment, including staff management, financial management and change management.
Ability to think and plan strategically, tactically and creatively and to prioritise work programs in the fact of competing demands
A strong sense of personal and team accountability, coupled with a clear understanding of the boundaries around delegated authority.
Ability to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners to create the conditions for successful partnership working.
Significant post registration experience as a Community Specialist.
Broad clinical experience relevant to the post
Experience of workforce planning
Experience of Clinical Audit and Risk Management

Desirable

Experience, understanding and application of research

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Nurse with full and current UK NMC registration
Masters level qualification in nursing or a post graduate qualification
Post registration training/education /qualification in clinical supervision/ safeguarding supervision
Evidence of recent and continuing post-registration professional education and training

Desirable

Teaching qualification or experience
Post Registration Management Qualification / willingness to undertake

Experience

Essential

Demonstrable previous success in leading and delivering change and performance with and through clinical teams,
Proven ability to analyse complex problems and to develop and successfully implement practical and workable solutions to address them.
A proven track record of operational service management at a senior level in an acute or community environment, including staff management, financial management and change management.
Ability to think and plan strategically, tactically and creatively and to prioritise work programs in the fact of competing demands
A strong sense of personal and team accountability, coupled with a clear understanding of the boundaries around delegated authority.
Ability to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners to create the conditions for successful partnership working.
Significant post registration experience as a Community Specialist.
Broad clinical experience relevant to the post
Experience of workforce planning
Experience of Clinical Audit and Risk Management

Desirable

Experience, understanding and application of research

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

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

The Causeway

13 The Causeway, Teddington

London

TW11 0JR

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

The Causeway

13 The Causeway, Teddington

London

TW11 0JR

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)