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CLOVER CARE GROUP LTDFor a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on. Clinical Lead (Mental Health & Learning Disabilities) Job DescriptionRole DetailsLocation: Chelmsford (Head Office) / HybridReporting to: Clinical DirectorRequirement: Active NMC Registration (RMN or RNLD)Role PurposeThe Clinical Lead is responsible for the clinical safety, effectiveness, and governance of MH and LD services. The role ensures compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards and delivers safe, person-centred, outcome-driven care.Clinical Governance & ComplianceLead governance aligned to CQC KLOEs (Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led). Ensure compliance with Regulations 9, 10, 12, 13, 17 and 18. Maintain audit cycles, quality assurance systems, and inspection readiness.Clinical AccountabilityAccountable for care package suitability, clinical safety, and staff competency. Ensure all care is risk-assessed, appropriately planned, and safely delivered.Advanced Clinical AssessmentConduct initial assessments and care package implementations to grow service delivery and market presenceRisk ManagementLead dynamic risk assessments and Root Cause Analysis. Ensure risks are continuously reviewed and mitigated.Positive Behavioural SupportDevelop PBS plans, reduce restrictive practices, and improve service user outcomes.Medication GovernanceOversee medication management with care packages, ensure STOMP compliance, and monitor effectiveness and side effects.Mental Capacity & Legal FrameworksEnsure compliance with Mental Capacity Act, DoLS/LPS, and best interest decision-making.Leadership & WorkforceProvide supervision, training, and competency assessments. Ensure staff work within scope of practice.SafeguardingLead safeguarding processes, ensure immediate action, and maintain oversight of vulnerable service users. xjdpvnf Quality & CQC ReadinessEnsure services are inspection-ready, with clear audit trails and evidence of improvement.The Clinical Lead plays a key role in maintaining a strong Well-led culture, ensuring safe, high-quality care and continuous improvement