Matron - Paediatrics and Neonates
The closing date is 28 May 2025
Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Paediatric and Neonatal Matron to join our team and lead the delivery of exceptional care for children, young people, and neonates.
This senior nursing role will oversee clinical excellence, patient safety, and staff wellbeing within our paediatric and neonatal services.
Main duties of the job
Provide strategic and operational leadership for paediatric and neonatal nursing services.
Ensure the highest standards of patient care, safety, and experience.
Act as a professional role model, mentoring and supporting nursing staff.
Lead quality improvement initiatives and clinical governance processes.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless, patient-centred care.
Manage workforce planning, recruitment, and staff development.
About You:
We are looking for an experienced nurse leader with:
Current NMC registration (Registered Nurse - Child Branch).
Substantial post-registration experience in paediatrics and neonatology, including leadership and operational roles.
Strong knowledge of clinical governance, patient safety, and service improvement.
Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
A passion for delivering outstanding care to children, young people, and their families.
Why Join Us?
You will be part of a dedicated team committed to advancing paediatric and neonatal care. We offer excellent career development opportunities, a supportive working environment, and access to comprehensive staff benefits.
For more information Kate Egginton, Associate Director of Nursing Women, Children and Young People.
Informal visit/chat highly recommended
About us
Diversity is what makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Details
Date posted
16 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£62,215 to £72,293 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
193-6876623UCGB8b-MATRON-C
Job locations
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Reading
RG314YA
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Reading
RG314YA
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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