Deputy Divisional Director of Nursing
The closing date is 15 September 2025
Job summary
This is a really exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, passionate nurse to join the Women and Children's Services Division to support the ongoing development of paediatric, neonatal, gynaecology and fertility services.
This post is part of the Division leadership team and is to support the Divisional Director of Nursing to provide leadership and strategic direction to the Women and Children's Division, based primarily at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford with some service provision at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. The post holder will be pivotal to the delivery of high quality, safe, effective, harm free person-centred care consistent with the Trust values, using available resources effectively and efficiently, and supporting achievement of the Trust's vision and strategic objectives.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is a key member of the Divisional Leadership Team which is responsible for the delivery of high-quality care, ensuring professional standards and monitoring and ensuring good governance throughout the scope of services.
The Deputy Divisional Director of Nursing will: -
- Assist and deputise for the Divisional Director of Nursing for the Division in delivering professional and operational leadership of Nursing within the Division, including devising, implementing and reviewing strategies for the development of clinical practice, education, and management and quality issues.
- Act as the delegated lead for the patient journey, patient experience, operational project work across the Division on behalf of the Divisional Director of Nursing. The post holder will be responsible for the development and application of systems, control processes and risk management arrangements that ensure full compliance with internal and external governance procedures and to benchmark service provision against best practice requirements.
- Deputise for the Divisional Director of Nursing and work in collaboration with the Centre managers, Matrons and other senior members of the Division to provide excellent clinical and professional leadership to clinical staff at all levels, ensuring that patient care is delivered to a high standard and that the staffing resource is managed effectively.
About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Details
Date posted
01 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£64,455 to £74,896 a year per annum/pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
223-DDN-515
Job locations
Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust - Currently Mainly Princess Royal Hospital
Apley Castle, Telford
TF1 6TF
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust - Currently Mainly Princess Royal Hospital
Apley Castle, Telford
TF1 6TF
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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