Deputy Team Leader

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 12 May 2025

Job summary

Here is an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a deputy team leader.

You will adhere to NMC Code of Practice at all times and ensure departmental compliance with, and application of, hospital policies and procedures. Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of Governance systems in the department relating to Risk Management, Health and Safety and Controls Assurance.

In conjunction with the Ophthalmology Unit Manager, Ophthalmic Matron and Multidisciplinary Team, you will lead and co-ordinate a dedicated team of nursing and support staff to ensure the delivery of a high standard of nursing care across the department including off site service at Tyler's Ride South Woodham Ferrers.

Strong, professional leadership qualities are needed at this level to deliver high quality of care, staff morale and the learning environment. You are expected to be flexible with roster to meet service needs and expected to be part in the on-call rota.

If this interest you apply now!

Main duties of the job

To assist in audit and performance monitoring requirements.

In liaison with the Ophthalmology Manager/Matron ensure that appropriate risk assessments are undertaken and that agreed action plans have been implemented.

To ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies.

With the department manager ensure the accurate compilation of duty roster to establish and appropriate deployment of manpower and balance of nursing.

To identify and implement appropriate learning opportunities for all individuals within the department.

To ensure effective communication within the team and externally throughout the operational period across ophthalmology MSE and MDT.

To participate in on call rota both social and unsocial hours

To establish and maintain a high profile with patients, carers and all staff involving, advising and using counselling skills as required.

To maintain high levels of confidentiality and information security at all times.

About us

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress

Date posted

28 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

390-SUR-SO-5104

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road, Broomfield

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about the role please refer the attached job description.

We look forward for your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about the role please refer the attached job description.

We look forward for your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse (Adult)

Desirable

  • Evidence of continuous professional development

Knowledge and skills

Essential

  • Leadership or similar role experience

Desirable

  • Some experience in Ophthalmology
  • Some experience in clinical audit and current research

Communication skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate with multidisciplinary team and senior personnel

Desirable

  • Knowledge in basic microsoft
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse (Adult)

Desirable

  • Evidence of continuous professional development

Knowledge and skills

Essential

  • Leadership or similar role experience

Desirable

  • Some experience in Ophthalmology
  • Some experience in clinical audit and current research

Communication skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate with multidisciplinary team and senior personnel

Desirable

  • Knowledge in basic microsoft

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road, Broomfield

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road, Broomfield

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Sister

Evelyn Gerale

evelyn.gerale@nhs.net

01245512769

Date posted

28 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

390-SUR-SO-5104

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road, Broomfield

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


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