Job summary
At StellarCare NW, we believe that exceptional care starts at home. Were pioneering a nurse-led model that empowers care staff to deliver proactive, person-centred support in the community. Our mission is to reduce avoidable hospital admissions and help people live healthier, happier lives in their own homes for longer.
What Were Looking For
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Proven experience in community nursing, care coordination, or clinical leadership
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
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- Passion for training and empowering care staff
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to person-centred care and keeping people safe and well at home
- The chance to shape a forward-thinking model of care that makes a real difference
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionateClinical Lead Community Nurseto spearhead our nurse-led service. This role is ideal for a registered nurse with a passion for community care, clinical leadership, and staff development.
You'll be instrumental in triaging care concerns, supporting care teams, and ensuring our clients receive timely, responsive, and high-quality care at home.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of anurse-led community care model, ensuring clinical excellence and continuity of care
- Triage care concernsraised by staff, families, or clients, and implement timely interventions to prevent deterioration
- Provideclinical training, mentorship, and supervisionto care staff, building their confidence and competence
- Develop and maintainclinical protocols and pathwaysto support proactive care planning
- Collaborate with GPs, district nurses, and other health professionals to ensure integrated care delivery
- Monitor outcomes and contribute toreducing hospital admissionsthrough early intervention and preventative care
- Champion a culture ofclinical accountability, safety, and compassionacross the service
- Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development
About us
StellarCare NW is a nurse-led home care provider based in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, serving communities across Neston, Frodsham, Chester and Wirral. We are redefining what it means to receive care at home placing health, dignity, and independence at the heart of everything we do.
Our Mission
To deliver proactive, personalised care that empowers people to live safely and confidently in their own homes for longer. We aim to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions by recognising health concerns early and responding swiftly with expert clinical oversight.
What Sets Us Apart
Nurse-Led Model: Our services are clinically informed and managed by experienced nurses, ensuring high standards and better health outcomes.
Blended Care Teams: We train our care staff across clinical, personal, and social care domainsbridging the gap between health and social care.
Digital Innovation: Families can access real-time updates through our secure app, promoting transparency and peace of mind.
Culturally Inclusive: We celebrate diversity and work closely with local authorities and healthcare partners to serve all communities with compassion and respect.
Award-Winning Excellence: Rated Good with CQC and rated Excellent on recent PAMMS inspection
Our Values
Proactive Care: We dont wait for problemswe anticipate them.
Compassion & Consistency: Every interaction matters.
Empowerment: We support our clients and staff to thrive.
Community Focus: Were deeply rooted in the communities we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Lead - Community Nurse
Location: Community-based across Northwest England
Organisation: StellarCare NW
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent
About StellarCare NW
StellarCare NW is pioneering a nurse-led model of community care, designed to empower care staff, support clients holistically, and reduce avoidable hospital admissions. Our mission is to keep people safe, well, and thriving in their own homes for longer.
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Lead Nurse to lead the delivery of our proactive, community-based care service. This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives on mentoring others, driving clinical excellence, and making a meaningful impact in peoples lives outside of hospital settings.
Key Responsibilities
What Were Looking For
Registered Nurse (Adult or Mental Health) with valid NMC registration
Strong background in community nursing, clinical leadership, or care coordination
Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
Passion for empowering care teams and improving client outcomes
Ability to work independently and lead with confidence
What We Offer
A forward-thinking, supportive team culture
Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
Flexible working arrangements
The chance to shape a pioneering model of community care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Lead - Community Nurse
Location: Community-based across Northwest England
Organisation: StellarCare NW
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent
About StellarCare NW
StellarCare NW is pioneering a nurse-led model of community care, designed to empower care staff, support clients holistically, and reduce avoidable hospital admissions. Our mission is to keep people safe, well, and thriving in their own homes for longer.
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Lead Nurse to lead the delivery of our proactive, community-based care service. This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives on mentoring others, driving clinical excellence, and making a meaningful impact in peoples lives outside of hospital settings.
Key Responsibilities
What Were Looking For
Registered Nurse (Adult or Mental Health) with valid NMC registration
Strong background in community nursing, clinical leadership, or care coordination
Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
Passion for empowering care teams and improving client outcomes
Ability to work independently and lead with confidence
What We Offer
A forward-thinking, supportive team culture
Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
Flexible working arrangements
The chance to shape a pioneering model of community care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Person Specification Clinical Lead Nurse
- Role Purpose: To lead the delivery of a proactive, nurse-led community care service that empowers care staff, supports clients at home, and reduces avoidable hospital admissions.
- Essential Criteria
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Evidence of post-registration clinical training or leadership development Minimum 3 years post-registration experience in community or primary care
- Proven experience in clinical leadership, care coordination, or Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and managing complex cases
- Skills & Knowledge: Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills Ability to triage care concerns and implement early interventions Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and CQC standards Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills
- Competence in developing care plans and clinical protocols
- Personal Attributes: Compassionate and person-centred approach Proactive, solution-focused mindset
- Ability to lead, inspire and support care staff
- Commitment to continuous improvement and reflective practice Flexible and adaptable to changing service needs
Desirable
- Desirable Criteria
- Qualifications: Leadership or management qualification (e.g. ILM, Level 5 Diploma)
- Teaching or mentorship qualification
- Experience: Experience in service development or quality improvement initiatives
- Familiarity with NHS Continuing Healthcare or integrated care pathways
- Skills & Knowledge: Understanding of commissioning and service specifications |
- Ability to analyse data and report on service outcomes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Person Specification Clinical Lead Nurse
- Role Purpose: To lead the delivery of a proactive, nurse-led community care service that empowers care staff, supports clients at home, and reduces avoidable hospital admissions.
- Essential Criteria
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Evidence of post-registration clinical training or leadership development Minimum 3 years post-registration experience in community or primary care
- Proven experience in clinical leadership, care coordination, or Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and managing complex cases
- Skills & Knowledge: Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills Ability to triage care concerns and implement early interventions Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and CQC standards Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills
- Competence in developing care plans and clinical protocols
- Personal Attributes: Compassionate and person-centred approach Proactive, solution-focused mindset
- Ability to lead, inspire and support care staff
- Commitment to continuous improvement and reflective practice Flexible and adaptable to changing service needs
Desirable
- Desirable Criteria
- Qualifications: Leadership or management qualification (e.g. ILM, Level 5 Diploma)
- Teaching or mentorship qualification
- Experience: Experience in service development or quality improvement initiatives
- Familiarity with NHS Continuing Healthcare or integrated care pathways
- Skills & Knowledge: Understanding of commissioning and service specifications |
- Ability to analyse data and report on service outcomes
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).
