Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dedicated individual to join our team as General Surgery Matron at University Hospital Southampton. The Care Group supports pioneering emergency elective pathways of care and has an excellent national and international reputation; hosting 11,000 planned patient admissions, 8000 emergency admissions, 45,000 outpatient appointments and 25,000 outpatient procedures.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The surgical nursing team spans several wards, outpatients and numerous specialities across several sites. We have a strong team of specialist nurses and advanced clinical practitioners. Educational development is key to this team and we have a dedicated educational workforce. Direct line management responsibilities will include several band 7 ward leaders and up to 5 ward areas or teams at one time. You will work alongside another 8A matron with support from the Lead Matron and be an integral part of the Care group management team.
The successful candidate will need to provide clinical, professional and managerial leadership across the Care Group.To be the nursing/allied health professional lead, providing a strong clinical presence and developing nurses and nursing/allied health professional practice within the care group, assuring the provision of a safe, effective and evidence-based nursing service to patients.To be a core member of the Care Group Management team, supporting the Care Group and Division in achieving its plans, ensuring that the Care Group can meet its agreed targets within the available resources. Actively support the team objectives by developing services and leading Care Group or Divisional projects to influence service redesign. Lead and participate in projects and areas of work, which reflect clinical, professional and corporate objectives.To be the Care Group lead for Patient and Public InvolvementTo be accountable for all aspects of the nursing related budgets within the Care Group.To work in partnership with the designated lead clinician to ensure accountability on quality performance indicators.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The surgical nursing team spans several wards, outpatients and numerous specialities across several sites. We have a strong team of specialist nurses and advanced clinical practitioners. Educational development is key to this team and we have a dedicated educational workforce. Direct line management responsibilities will include several band 7 ward leaders and up to 5 ward areas or teams at one time. You will work alongside another 8A matron with support from the Lead Matron and be an integral part of the Care group management team.
The successful candidate will need to provide clinical, professional and managerial leadership across the Care Group.To be the nursing/allied health professional lead, providing a strong clinical presence and developing nurses and nursing/allied health professional practice within the care group, assuring the provision of a safe, effective and evidence-based nursing service to patients.To be a core member of the Care Group Management team, supporting the Care Group and Division in achieving its plans, ensuring that the Care Group can meet its agreed targets within the available resources. Actively support the team objectives by developing services and leading Care Group or Divisional projects to influence service redesign. Lead and participate in projects and areas of work, which reflect clinical, professional and corporate objectives.To be the Care Group lead for Patient and Public InvolvementTo be accountable for all aspects of the nursing related budgets within the Care Group.To work in partnership with the designated lead clinician to ensure accountability on quality performance indicators.
Person Specification
Trust values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- 1 st Level Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC Register / HCPC Registration
- First degree or equivalent
- Masters or equivalent experience
- Specialist qualification
- Leadership training
- Management training
- Extensive knowledge of National and Local NHS and N&M agenda
- Extensive experience in the acute healthcare setting in clinical leadership/clinical management position
- Evidence of advanced leadership qualities
- Formal and informal teaching experience
- Staff and resource management experience
Desirable
- Understanding of specialist area
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Budget management
- Change management
- Communication
- Delegation
- Emotional intelligence
- General IT skills
- Incident resolution
- Influencing
- Interpersonal skills
- Motivational
- Organisational skills
- Policy development
- Resource management
- Team development
Person Specification
Trust values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- 1 st Level Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC Register / HCPC Registration
- First degree or equivalent
- Masters or equivalent experience
- Specialist qualification
- Leadership training
- Management training
- Extensive knowledge of National and Local NHS and N&M agenda
- Extensive experience in the acute healthcare setting in clinical leadership/clinical management position
- Evidence of advanced leadership qualities
- Formal and informal teaching experience
- Staff and resource management experience
Desirable
- Understanding of specialist area
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Budget management
- Change management
- Communication
- Delegation
- Emotional intelligence
- General IT skills
- Incident resolution
- Influencing
- Interpersonal skills
- Motivational
- Organisational skills
- Policy development
- Resource management
- Team development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
