Job summary
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Ward Manager to take on the leadership and further development of our Paediatric Day Unit and Children's Outpatient's Departments.
The role will focus on leading an established team in ensuring the deliverance of high quality clinical care to our paediatric patients and their carers. There will be a focus on implementation of nurse led pathways, pre-assessment and quality improvement projects. The children's day unit cares for children requiring day surgery, medical reviews and planned procedures. The post will require a credible and competent leader.
The Paediatric Ward Manager will be supported by a highly skilled and experienced multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
Maintaining communication networks at all appropriate clinical and managerial levels. Having continuing responsibility for the management of the ward and delivery of patient care.Responsibility for the line management of Emergency and observation unit based nursing and clerical staff.Promoting commitment to the Trust.Promoting continuous development in clinical practice and delivery of patient care, encouraging innovation and appropriate change in service delivery.Managing resources within agreed budget.Providing a suitable and stimulating learning environment for students and for the ongoing professional development of registered staff.
About us
Why colleagues think we are "a great place to work!"
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
What do we stand for?
Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes.
We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates.
We are proud to achieve the Gold award for the Armed Forces Covenant and support applications from the Armed Forces Community. Please contact Pam.Daley@nhs.net (our Armed Forces Covenant Lead) if you would like guidance or assistance with your application.
We make employment decisions by matching our service needs with the skills and experience of candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Registered Nurse Child (Level 1)
- MSSP or equivalent
- Multi-agency Child Protection Training
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing
- Evidence of other relevant training
- First Line Management Course
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant (2 years minimum) experience at band 6 plus three years post registration in paediatric acute care nursing
- Significant previous experience as a shift/team leader
- Relevant experience of teaching & supporting staff
- Relevant experience in managing resources
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Evidence of strong & effective leadership & team working.
- Knowledge of current paediatric and NHS issues
- Sound understanding of child protection responsibilities and procedures
- Evidence of self- motivation and ability to achieve objectives.
- Evidence of ability to motivate, support & lead others
- Evidence of safe clinical practice knowledge
- Evidence of effective time & resource management
- Ability to produce clear and written reports in English
- Ability to communicate clearly with patients, relatives and MDT team in English
- Competent in paediatric IV drug administration.
- Computer literate
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential
- Ability to travel across sites
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Registered Nurse Child (Level 1)
- MSSP or equivalent
- Multi-agency Child Protection Training
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing
- Evidence of other relevant training
- First Line Management Course
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant (2 years minimum) experience at band 6 plus three years post registration in paediatric acute care nursing
- Significant previous experience as a shift/team leader
- Relevant experience of teaching & supporting staff
- Relevant experience in managing resources
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Evidence of strong & effective leadership & team working.
- Knowledge of current paediatric and NHS issues
- Sound understanding of child protection responsibilities and procedures
- Evidence of self- motivation and ability to achieve objectives.
- Evidence of ability to motivate, support & lead others
- Evidence of safe clinical practice knowledge
- Evidence of effective time & resource management
- Ability to produce clear and written reports in English
- Ability to communicate clearly with patients, relatives and MDT team in English
- Competent in paediatric IV drug administration.
- Computer literate
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential
- Ability to travel across sites
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).
