Band 7 - Paediatric Senior Siste

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Our trust has around 10,000 staff serving 1.6 million patients. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

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Job overview

Are you a passionate and dynamic leader with a background in paediatric nursing? Do you thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a Band 7 Paediatric Ward Manager to join our team on a fixed term contract. Our ward consists of 24 acute beds and is staffed by a dedicated team of junior sisters and staff nurses. As the Ward Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing all aspects of patient care and leading a team of experienced professionals.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a group of innovative and supportive senior nurses who are committed to providing the highest quality care to our young patients. You will have the support and resources you need to succeed, as well as the freedom to implement new ideas and drive positive change.

If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a proven track record in paediatric nursing, we want to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career and make a real difference in the lives of children and their families.

Apply now to join our team and become a part of something special.

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

• To effectively co-ordinate paediatric activity within the department.
• To be clinically expert and have overall continuing responsibility for the delivery of high-quality patient care, demonstrating clinical leadership.
• To be responsible for the supervision and development of all nurses, students and support workers.
• To effectively manage the department's resources including, pay and non-pay budgets, human resources and the clinical environment.
• To contribute to the development of polices and evidence-based practice as appropriate.
• To maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to safe and effective patient care.
• To work closely with the medical leads and the Matron to ensure the smooth running of the paediatric units.
• To work in collaboration with the Matron and the other Band 7's to promote the unit philosophy.
• To adhere to the trust's child protection policies and act as a resource to other departments.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person specification

Values

Essential criteria

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential criteria

• RSCN or RN Child
• Teaching & Assessing in Clinical Practice (ENB 998 or equivalent)

Desirable criteria

• Relevant First Degree
• Relevant post registration qualification/training

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience working at the level of a Band 6 in a paediatric setting
• Experience of service development
• Experience of managing a staff team.
• Experience of training and development

Desirable criteria

• Experience in team building

Skills and aptitudes

Essential criteria

• Ability to work autonomously and also make an effective positive contribution to constructive team dynamics.
• Current clinical experience and skills
• Ability to motivate a staff team.
• Ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels.
• Understanding of interagency work and multi-professional networks and an ability to work within that setting

• Covid-19 Vaccination

  Getting vaccinated, and getting a booster, remains the best defence against COVID-19.
  We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.

• AT* - Apprenticeship Training. Where AT* is entered next to the job title indicates that this vacancy is for an apprenticeship role.
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Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.

Please note:

• Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification
• Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
• Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date.

Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 552.3KB)
• Person specification (PDF, 189.8KB)
• Functional requirements (PDF, 111.5KB)
• Primary additional document (PDF, 190.3KB)
• Nursing and Midwifery - benefits, about RFL, values and governing objectives (PDF, 388.4KB)