Job Description

Becoming a Superhero

Why join us?


We're proud of our happy home and are dedicated to creating a place where everyone enjoys coming to work each day.


As well being part of a lively and supportive team, we are surrounded by fascinating residents who also bring so much to our lives every day too.


About the role

As our Head of Nursing you'll take full responsibility for the effective operation and delivery of the nursing team and work in conjunction with the Home Manager and Deputy Manager to recruit and train the nursing staff. You'll take responsibility for ensuring nurses adhere to laws, and infection control plans are implemented and recorded. You'll attend management meetings to discuss the status of nurse staff and our residents. You're duties will also include things such as: supervising nurse staff, develop care plans for residents and completing compliance procedures


Here's some other important things you need to know:

Valid NMC Pin is essential for the role Previous working experience in a nursing home and leading a team of nurses is essential Share responsibility with Home Manager and Deputy for staff recruitment. induction, training, and appraisals. Collaborate with Home Manager and Deputy to ensure smooth unit operation and adherence to CQC standards. Monitor and support the delivery of high-quality care in line with CQC requirements. Ensure regular supervision and training for all nursing staff, ensuring compliance with company policies. Work with Manager to maintain effective nurse rota and up-to-date care plans. Uphold nursing standards in line with best practices, corporate policies, and regulatory guidance.

The Ideal Candidate

Exceptional people make an exceptional care home

We're looking for people who have a caring nature and want to work as part of an amazing team, surrounded by kindness and fun! For most of the roles in our vibrant care home, you don't need specific qualifications or experience to be successful as full training is provided.


What we do look for are individuals who share our sense of compassion, care about people's comfort and happiness and want to make a positive difference to the lives of our treasured residents and team members.


About us and our home

Caring for Our Mental Health - Together

At Heathfield Court Care Home, we believe a happy, supported team delivers the best care. That's why we've signed the

Mental Health at Work Commitment

- developed by experts with six essential standards that help us to create a home where everyone feels safe, valued, and able to thrive.



From trained Mental Health Champions to our online

Wellbeing & Mindfulness Space

, we make sure our people have the tools, time, and support they need - because your wellbeing matters here and when we take care of our minds, we can take care of each other and our residents even better


Benefits of joining our team
53,000 per annum Permanent Full time role 40 hour contract Paid holiday Pension Staff recognition schemes Refer a Friend bonus of up to 1000 Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Comprehensive Training and Career Development A friendly and supportive working environment * Dedicated Mental Health Champions