Clinical Lead Nurse (Agency) – Oxford

Clinical Lead Nurse (Agency) – Oxford

£25.00 – £30.00 per hour (DOE) | Flexible Agency Work

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and confident Clinical Lead Nurse to work on an agency basis within a CQC-regulated residential children’s service in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role supporting children and young people with complex health needs, while working flexibly through agency placements.

This role provides clinical leadership, ensuring safe, high-quality, and evidence-based nursing care. You will lead and support a team of nurses, maintain regulatory compliance and inspection readiness, and work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to achieve the best outcomes for young people.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strong clinical leadership and oversight of nursing practice

Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care to children and young people

Lead, support, and mentor nursing staff, promoting best practice

Ensure compliance with CQC standards and maintain inspection readiness

Work in partnership with families, carers, and external professionals

Oversee care planning, risk assessments, and clinical documentation

Support safeguarding processes and promote a safe care environment

Deputise for the Registered Manager when required

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RGN/RNLD/RMN) with active NMC registration

Degree-level qualification in Nursing

Recognised NMC Teaching and Assessing qualification

Proven experience working with children and young people with complex needs

Strong leadership and decision-making skills

In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, CQC standards, and clinical governance

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

About the Company

Completely Care is a specialist recruitment agency supporting the health & social care, education, and childcare sectors. We provide high-quality temporary and permanent staff to a wide variety of organisations, and we pride ourselves on offering a friendly, professional service to both our clients and candidates. Our focus is on matching great people with rewarding roles where they can make a real difference.

What we offer

A highly experienced consultant team

Free online training and development

£250 Joining bonus for qualified staff * (terms and conditions apply)

£40 DBS refund If you complete 150 hours within the first 3 months* (terms and conditions apply)

Regular ongoing work and a variety of opportunities

Apply Now

Send your CV to fran@completelycare.co.uk or get in touch to find out more.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.