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Lead Nurse
Location: Unity Building, 30 Manningham Lane, Bradford, BD1 3DN
Working Hours: 37 Salary: £44,789 - £54,384 Starting salary depends on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. Each year, we support around 125,00 refugees through nearly 200 services—all made possible by our 3,500+ staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community. Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, and more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing, or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Lead Nurse to join our team and take the clinical lead across our substance misuse services.
You’ll take the leadership of a team of nurses and healthcare assistants, shape clinical pathways, and collaborate with partner organisations, including primary care, hospitals, and specialist services.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership to nursing teams, promoting high standards, innovation, and person-centred care
- Oversee day-to-day operational management of nursing and clinical services, including performance against KPIs
- Lead on harm reduction initiatives (e.g., BBV management, wound care, COPD, health promotion)
- Develop and manage specialist clinical pathways, such as Hepatitis C, mental health, and pregnancy support
- Build strong relationships with Primary Care, NHS Trusts, and partner agencies to improve access and outcomes
- Lead on clinical governance, audit, and service improvement, ensuring compliance with CQC standards
- Deliver and support service user assessments, care planning, and reviews in both clinical and outreach settings
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Requirements
You’ll be a strong clinical practitioner who is already or can become:
- A Registered Nurse (Adult or Mental Health) with a valid NMC PIN
- Experienced working with substance misuse clients
- Skilled in clinical assessment, care planning, and harm reduction
- Capable of leading teams and influencing clinical practice
- Knowledgeable about clinical audit, governance, and service improvement
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Benefits
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, enjoy:
Leave & Care
- 27 days’ annual leave (rising to 32 days after 1 year), plus bank holidays
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Financial & Lifestyle
- Pension scheme with a 4.5% employer contribution (matched up to 6.5%)
- Life assurance worth 3× annual salary
- Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly options
- Birthday leave, with 5 option extra days/purchaseable leave
Wellbeing & Professional Support
- Reimbursement for relevant qualifications
- 24/7 online GP access
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Programm recognised awards via Way to Go and Aspirations portals
- ** £500 Refer a Friend** bonus
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Credit Union membership & Charity Discounts
Community & Inclusion
- Blue Light Card discounts, Extras, and Tickets for Good
- Free will writing service
- Wellbeing initiatives year-round
Inclusion and Accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email the recruitment team:
recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Disability Confident Scheme
All applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to ensure fair participation.
Closing Date: 19 July 2026
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