Night Clinical Lead – Registered Nurse (RGN / RMN / RNLD)

Location: Hartwell, Northampton
Salary: £23.34 per hour
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week (Permanent, Nights)
Closing Date: 27 July 2026
Reference: SYS-25074

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we connect exceptional healthcare professionals with extraordinary career opportunities. We are proud to partner with The Oakleaf Group (part of the CareTech family) to recruit a dedicated and experienced Night Clinical Lead for their CQC 'Outstanding' rated Hilltop House site in Hartwell, Northampton.

About the Service

The Oakleaf Group is an established, multidisciplinary provider specialising in male neurological rehabilitation and acquired brain injury. Joining this leading care team means stepping into an environment focused on delivering "Extraordinary Days, Every Day."

As the senior decision-maker on-site during the night, you will play an instrumental role in ensuring a high-quality, safe, and supportive environment that meets the physical, mental, and social needs of the residents.

The Role & Responsibilities

Working alongside the Deputy Clinical Manager, your leadership will ensure the highest standards of care and clinical safety. Key responsibilities include:

Clinical Excellence: Leading assessment, planning, and evaluation of patient care; overseeing medication ordering and monitoring.
Senior Leadership: Effectively managing non-qualified staff and providing liaison/management for qualified nursing staff on shift.
Compliance & Governance: Carrying out MCA processes and ensuring strict adherence to safeguarding protocols, internal policies, and CQC regulations.
Communication: Accurately updating families, internal teams, and external professionals (including commissioners) while maintaining strict Information Governance.

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications: Valid NMC PIN as a Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, or RNLD).
Experience: A proven track record in a management or senior clinical role within the care sector (neurological rehab or brain injury experience is highly desirable).
Skills: Excellent judgment, problem-solving, time management, and critical decision-making abilities under pressure.
Flexibility: Ability to work night shifts and adapt to the needs of the service.
Visa Note: We may be unable to support applications where Home Office visa restrictions prevent candidates from meeting the full 37.5 contractual hours.

What’s in It for You?

The Oakleaf Group believes in rewarding hard work with an excellent benefits package:

Financial Perks: "Recommend a Friend" bonus schemes & access to a Blue Light Card.
Time Off: Up to 28 days of holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
Health & Wellbeing: Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Development: Ongoing training with clear progression routes, including access to qualifications up to degree level.
Culture & Recognition: Annual Employee Awards Evening, Recognition Schemes, and CareTech Foundation family/friends grants.
Peace of Mind: Free DBS check and a Stakeholder Pension scheme.

About CareTech & Our Values

Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the UK’s largest and most reputable specialist social care and education providers. As a Disability Confident Leader, they pride themselves on continuity, stability, and a deep commitment to the people they support. Their core values guide everything they do:

Friendly | Positive | Innovative | Empowering | Person-Centred