Clinical Lead - Rydon Ward

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Clinical Lead to join our Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient team on Rydon Ward 1 at the Wellsprings Hospital site in Taunton.

You will be a key member of the inpatient multidisciplinary team, working within a recovery focused service and playing a central role in promoting high standards of clinical care. This role requires strong leadership skills, a commitment to teamwork and the ability to support and develop others.

Working closely with the Ward Manager, Clinical Service Manager and other Clinical Leads, you will provide consistent clinical leadership across the ward and deputise for the Ward Manager as required.

Rydon Ward 1 is a 15bed acute inpatient ward providing assessment and treatment primarily for adults of working age experiencing acute mental health needs. The ward works closely with specialist mental health doctors, nurses, therapists and the Home Treatment Team. The service mainly supports people living in the Taunton area and also accepts admissions for serving members of the military.

Main duties of the job Provide visible clinical leadership within the ward, promoting high standards of nursing care and recovery focused practice

Coordinate, deliver and maintain safe, effective and person-centred care for all patients on the ward Deputise for the Ward Manager and support the daytoday management of the ward

Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to plan, review and deliver care Support, supervise and develop Band 5 nurses and other junior staff

Act as a role model for professional practice in line with the NMC Code Ensure safeguarding, risk management, Mental Health Act and capacity requirements are met Promote effective communication with patients, carers, relatives and partner agencies

Contribute to service development, quality improvement and clinical governance activity

About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options to help you balance work and lifeNHS pension scheme for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relaxA strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details Date posted
28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

BandBand 6

Salary
39,959 to 48,117 a year

Contract Permanent Working  pattern

Full-time

Reference number
184-OL-GR-5940

Job locations

Rydon Ward Cheddon Road Taunton Somerset TA2 7AZ
United Kingdom Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will lead and support the clinical management of patients in conjunction with the Ward Manager, ensuring agreed standards of care, treatment and therapeutic activity are consistently delivered and maintained.

You will take responsibility for coordinating clinical activity on the ward, including allocation of staff, oversight of care planning, risk assessment and medication management, ensuring compliance with Trust policies and professional standards.

As Clinical Lead, you will actively participate in and, where appropriate, lead multidisciplinary discussions and reviews, supporting staff to deliver evidence based interventions and meaningful therapeutic engagement. You will act as a keyworker for allocated patients and support junior staff in fulfilling their keyworker responsibilities.

You will provide daytoday clinical leadership, advice and support to the nursing team, contributing to staff supervision, appraisal, mentorship and learning opportunities. There is an expectation that you will promote…