Clinical Governance Lead CV-Library Clinical Governance Lead

Scienceabode; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for a Clinical Governance Lead based in Chingford, Greater London. The role offers a salary starting at £55,000 per annum, increasing to £60,000 after six months. Key responsibilities include providing strategic oversight of clinical governance, ensuring compliance with CQC standards, and leading quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate must have experience as a clinical deputy manager or similar roles. This is a Monday to Friday position in a rated nursing home.

Qualifications

• Experience as a clinical deputy manager, clinical service manager, or home manager.
• Knowledge of Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards.
• Strong leadership and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of clinical governance.
• Ensure care delivery is safe and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Lead audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and control clinical risks effectively.

Skills

Clinical governance framework development

Risk management

Infection prevention

Leadership and staff development

Job description

I have a new opportunity for a Clinical Governance Lead in Chingford, a Monday to Friday role based in a good rated CQC Nursing home in Chingford. The salary on offer is £55,000 per annum but will rise to £60,000 after completion of a six‑month probation period. Please send me your CV and when you can interview next week, must have experience as a clinical deputy manager, clinical service manager or a home manager. Job spec to follow:

The Clinical Governance Lead will provide strategic leadership and oversight of clinical governance within the nursing home. They will ensure that care delivery is safe, effective, person‑centred, and compliant with regulatory standards. The role is pivotal in embedding a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and excellence in resident care.

Clinical Governance & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and monitor the home's clinical governance framework.
• Ensure compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and other statutory regulations.
• Lead internal audits, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate governance records and produce reports for senior management.

Quality & Safety

• Oversee incident reporting, investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Monitor infection prevention and control measures.
• Ensure safeguarding policies are embedded and adhered to.
• Drive continuous improvement in clinical practice and resident outcomes.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate clinical risks across the home.
• Maintain and update risk registers with clear action plans.
• Provide assurance to management through regular governance reviews.

Leadership & Staff Development

• Mentor and support nursing and care staff in best practice.
• Deliver training on clinical governance, compliance, and quality improvement.
• Promote a culture of openness, accountability, and learning.

Salary: £55,000 – £56,000 per annum.