Leadership & Staff Development

• Provide day-to-day clinical guidance and support to nurses and care staff.
• Support the induction and development of new nursing and care staff.
• Identify training and development needs within the clinical team and raise these with the Nurse Manager.
• Support staff to maintain professional standards and promote accountability for the quality of care delivered.
• Provide coaching and constructive feedback to staff where appropriate.
• Promote effective communication and positive working relationships across the Home.
• Support the Nurse Manager with staff performance, conduct and capability matters where appropriate.

Communication & Partnership Working

• Develop positive and professional relationships with residents, relatives and representatives.
• Liaise effectively with GPs, pharmacists, district nurses, allied health professionals and other external healthcare professionals.
• Communicate changes in residents' health and care needs promptly and appropriately.
• Respond professionally to concerns raised by residents, relatives or staff and escalate matters to the Nurse Manager where appropriate.
• Support positive relationships with RQIA and other external stakeholders.

Management Support

• Work closely with the Nurse Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the Home.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical and quality improvement plans.
• Participate in regular meetings with the Nurse Manager to review clinical standards, resident outcomes, staffing and areas for improvement.
• Assist with the management of clinical resources and ensure appropriate standards of staffing and care delivery are maintained.
• Support the Nurse Manager in monitoring staffing levels and responding to operational pressures.
• When the Nurse Manager is absent, provide appropriate leadership and management support to ensure the continued safe and effective operation of the Home.
• During periods when the Nurse Manager is absent, take responsibility for escalating and managing issues within the scope of the role and seek appropriate support where required.

Health & Safety

• Promote a safe environment for residents, visitors and staff.
• Ensure Company Health & Safety procedures are followed within the nursing and care environment.
• Identify and report hazards, risks and incidents promptly.
• Support appropriate action following accidents, incidents and near misses.
• Promote infection prevention and control standards throughout the Home.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and comply with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all requirements relating to data protection and resident privacy.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, professional standards and best practice.
• Take responsibility for continuing professional development and maintain competence within the scope of practice.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with Macklin Care Homes' values, policies and procedures.

Company Benefits

At Macklin Care Homes, we understand the hard work and dedication that our colleagues bring to their roles, and we are committed to rewarding their efforts with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values.
• A comprehensive paid induction programme.
• A wide variety of training provided.
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including team-building initiatives.
• Free car parking and uniform
• Incentives for employee referrals
• T&Cs will apply.

Application Process

Ensure your CV is up to date as this is required for the interview process.

This role does not offer sponsorship. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Interviews may take place before the job advertisement closes. Submit your application promptly as the role may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage.

An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents, along with the Access NI Code of Practice, are available upon request by contacting the HR Department.

It is Macklin Care Homes Policy that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer.

Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

About The Company

Macklin Care Homes – Caring with Heart for Over 30 Years

For over 30 years, Macklin Care Homes have been dedicated to providing exceptional care. We bring decades of experience, knowledge, and expertise to every individual we support. But we are not just another care home—we are family-first. Everyone who comes through our doors—residents, staff, relatives, and suppliers—is treated as part of one big caring community.

We Proudly Operate Six Care Homes Across Northern Ireland

• Arlington, Our Lady's, and Parkmanor Oaks – Belfast
• Milesian Manor – Magherafelt
• Ratheane – Coleraine
• Leabank – Ballycastle

Our vision is to make a genuine, positive impact on the lives of people in our local communities. We strive to be the trusted care provider that families choose with confidence. Through dedication, passion, and commitment, we care with heart—creating an environment where people feel safe, loved, and respected.

At Macklin Care Homes, we aim to be the preferred choice in the community—where families know their loved ones are in the best hands.

Company Culture

Make a Real Difference – Join Macklin Care Homes

Do you want to make a genuine difference in the lives of others? At Macklin Care Homes, we are always looking for passionate, caring individuals to join our team—and in return, we will help bring out the very best in you.

As part of our award-winning team, you will be valued for your contribution and supported with opportunities for career development, all within a friendly and rewarding working environment.

Our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by their stories, their experiences, and the knowledge that our care truly makes a difference in their lives.

Guided by a strong set of core values, we cultivate a culture of respect