Clinical Lead – Rowan Ward(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Role Overview
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a confident and compassionate Band 6 Clinical Lead to join Rowan Ward 1, an adult acute mental health inpatient unit.
This is a senior nursing role where you will play a key part in leading clinical care, supporting staff, and ensuring safe patient journeys from admission through to discharge. You’ll be expected to make balanced clinical decisions, lead by example, and help create a ward culture built on dignity, safety, and recovery.
 Your Contribution
You will be central to maintaining high standards of care while supporting both patients and staff in a busy inpatient setting. This includes:
- Promoting recovery-focused and person-centred care
Leading clinical decisions during shifts
Supporting a positive and therapeutic ward environment
Ensuring patient safety and high-quality outcomes
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate day-to-day clinical care across the ward
Act as Nurse in Charge, providing visible leadership during shifts
Manage safe admissions, treatment, and discharge planning
Deliver clinical supervision, mentorship, and appraisals to junior staff
Support staff development and continuous learning
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams (MDT) including medical, psychology, occupational therapy, and social care professionals
Maintain high standards of risk management and safeguarding
Ensure accurate clinical documentation and contribute to audits and service improvement
 Working Pattern
- 24-hour rota including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays
Dedicated time for leadership, supervision, and service development activities
 Team Environment
You will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, where:
- Collaboration and communication are highly valued
Staff wellbeing and development are prioritised
Continuous improvement and innovation are encouraged
 Essential Requirements
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Mental Health Nursing
Current professional registration (e.g. NMC)
Experience
- Experience working as a registered mental health nurse
Evidence of ongoing professional development and post-registration training
Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff
Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively
(Desirable)
- Experience with electronic patient systems (e.g. RiO)
Involvement in audits, research, or service development
Experience managing change in clinical environments
 Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of key legislation
Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities
Strong leadership, decision-making, and organisational skills
Commitment to safe, evidence-based, and compassionate care
International Applicants
Applications are open to candidates requiring sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route (subject to eligibility).
 Pre-employment Checks
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for this role.
 Benefits of Working with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
- Flexible working arrangements
NHS pension scheme
Generous annual leave
Career progression and leadership development opportunities
Access to Blue Light Card discounts
 Why Somerset?
Somerset offers a balanced lifestyle with:
- Beautiful countryside and coastline
Access to cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter
Affordable living compared to many UK regions
Strong sense of community and quality of life
 Why Apply?
- Step into a leadership role within an acute inpatient setting
Influence patient care and team development
Build advanced clinical and management skills
Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation
Make a meaningful impact on patient recovery and experience
