Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Manager & Lead Nurse

Location:

Leigh-on-Sea, Essex

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary:

Competitive, dependent on experience

About Us

Jorja Healthcare

is a leading private healthcare provider based in

Harley Street, London

, known for delivering advanced, minimally invasive treatments across a wide range of specialties, including pain management, diagnostics, orthopaedics, regenerative medicine, and general health services.

As part of our exciting growth, we are now expanding into

Essex

with the opening of a

friendly, small-scale facility in Leigh-on-Sea

. This new clinic will bring our high standards of care and innovative approach to the local community, offering a more personalised and accessible healthcare experience outside the capital.

Role Summary

This is a unique dual-role opportunity where you will manage the clinical and operational aspects of the Essex clinic while also delivering direct patient care. As Clinical Manager, you will lead a small, close-knit team, ensure compliance with CQC regulations, and continuously develop the quality and safety of our services. As a Nurse, you will carry out a range of clinical duties including phlebotomy, health screenings, and patient assessments.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Operational Management

Lead and oversee the daily clinical operations of the clinic. Ensure smooth patient flow, high standards of care, and efficient coordination of services. Actively participate in clinical duties including consultations, injections, wound care, phlebotomy, and diagnostics. Supervise and support healthcare assistants and reception staff. Liaise with the clinic director and administrative team on service planning and improvements.

Governance & CQC Compliance

Act as the

Registered Manager

for the clinic with the CQC. Maintain compliance with the

Fundamental Standards of Care

. Keep all clinical documentation, protocols, and risk assessments up to date. Lead and document internal audits, infection control checks, and safety reviews. Support and respond to regulatory inspections, maintaining readiness at all times.

Quality & Patient Safety

Manage incident reporting, investigations, and service reviews. Coordinate safeguarding processes and ensure all team members are trained. Promote a culture of learning, improvement, and patient safety.

Team Leadership & Training

Line manage junior clinical staff and support administrative coordination. Organise staff rotas and ensure appropriate skill mix on duty. Deliver or coordinate mandatory training, including basic life support and infection control. Support performance reviews and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications & Experience

Registered Nurse (RGN) with active NMC registration (required). Minimum 2 years of clinical management or senior nursing experience in a healthcare setting. Experience in CQC compliance, audits, and clinical governance processes. Strong multitasker with the ability to combine leadership and hands-on care. Confident communicator with a patient-first mindset.

Desirable

Experience in a private or independent clinic. Previous experience as a CQC Registered Manager. Knowledge of diagnostic services (e.g., MRI, ultrasound). Phlebotomy certification and experience in outpatient procedures.

Benefits

Supportive and friendly team environment Opportunity to shape and grow a local, community-focused clinic Ongoing training and CPD opportunities Employee discounts and flexible scheduling

Working Hours

Full-time Weekdays (with occasional weekend availability) On-site role in Leigh-on-Sea
If you're an experienced clinical professional looking to take the next step in your career in a more personalised, hands-on environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leigh-on-Sea SS9 4LT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Nurse: 1 year (required) Clinic Manager: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person