Ward Leader - Gastroenterology/Hepatology Wards

Job Overview University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance your leadership skills by joining a nursing team that thrives on challenging themselves to improve all aspects of their ward performance and ensuring their patients always receive high standards of care? If so, we would love to have you join our team. We are looking for a Ward Leader to cover a 12 month secondment / 34.5hrs on Gastroenterology / Hepatology wards (D8 or D9).

Working for our organisation University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities You will be acting as a role model for nursing staff, encouraging effective working relationships and the development of a cohesive nursing team. You will be responsible for the management of the ward ensuring high standards of care are maintained. We are looking for individuals, who are strong leaders that are highly motivated and have excellent communication skills. The ward leader role requires a close working relationship with the multi-professional team to ensure that evidenced based quality care is delivered with compassion to every patient. If you are looking for a great opportunity to develop your management and leadership skills within an acute environment whilst maintaining your clinical credibility, we would love to hear from you.

Person specification Skills and competencies Essential criteria Communication Prioritisation Change management General IT skills Microsoft Office skills Presentation skills Budget management Delegation Organisational skills Leadership Problem solving Qualifications, Knowledge, And Experience Essential criteria 1st Level Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC Register Recognised mentorship qualification and experience as a Sign Off mentor Degree or working towards Completion of appropriate specialty Course Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice. Supporting a range of learners in practice Supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice Extensive experience in specialty to include considerable experience at Band 6 level Evidence of clinical leadership ability Proven management experience Evidence of continuing professional development Evidence of utilising evidence in practice Logical and consistent career pattern Expert clinical skills Ability to prioritise and deliver agreed objectives Ability to work flexible hours and fulfil service requirements Desirable criteria Management Course (or equivalent) Experience as an NMC sign off mentor or clinical practice assessor Evidence of staff development and succession planning Broad range of post registration experience Experience of report writing Trust Values Essential criteria Patients First Always Improving Working Together