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Job overview
Newham University Hospital is a busy and vibrant district general hospital within Barts Health NHS Trust, serving one of the most diverse and rapidly growing communities in the UK. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of acute and community services, including emergency care, medicine, surgery, maternity, children’s services and outpatient care. With a strong focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, Newham University Hospital plays a vital role in improving health outcomes for the local population.
As part of Barts Health NHS Trust, Newham University Hospital benefits from close collaboration with specialist centres across the Trust while maintaining a strong community focus. The hospital is committed to innovation, workforce development and continuous quality improvement, providing staff with opportunities to develop their skills and contribute to service transformation. Its dedicated multidisciplinary teams work together to deliver compassionate care that reflects the Trust’s values.
Located in the heart of East London, Newham University Hospital serves a population with diverse health needs and is recognised for its commitment to reducing health inequalities and improving access to healthcare services. The hospital continues to invest in its facilities, people and services to meet the evolving needs of its patients and communities, making it an exciting and rewarding place to work and receive care.
Main duties of the job
Newham University Hospital is a busy and vibrant district general hospital within Barts Health NHS Trust, serving one of the most diverse and rapidly growing communities in the UK. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of acute and community services, including emergency care, medicine, surgery, maternity, children’s services and outpatient care. With a strong focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, Newham University Hospital plays a vital role in improving health outcomes for the local population.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse
- Relevant First Degree in health care related subject
- Specialist Critical Care nursing qualification at level six
- Formal Leadership training
- Formal management training
- Relevant teaching/mentoring qualification
- Evidence of ongoing dynamic continuing professional development linked to NMC registration standards
Desirable
- Master's degree in leadership or working towards
- PSIRF methodology training
- PNA qualification
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate compassion in practice
- Relevant specialist clinical skills
- Excellent managerial, operational, leadership and organisational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent coaching/facilitation, staff development and empowerment skills
- Ability to delegate, prioritise and make decisions • Ability to problem solve and initiate change • Ability to work across professional teams and organisational boundaries and maintain constructive relationships
Desirable
- Ability to interpret and analyse complex data and findings
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Respect privacy & dignity of an individual
- Understands the implications of equal opportunities
- Proficient in data collection, interpretation and application
- Highly professional role model
- Able to delegate appropriately
- Managing local and organisational change
- Able to participate in Senior Nurse on call rota
- Flexible approach to working hours.
Desirable
- Thorough understanding of the NHS improvement agenda and NHS 10-year plan.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience at a senior level in a relevant critical care environment
- Experience in teaching, mentorship and supervision of staff
- Experience of managing professional development and professional conduct issues
- Management of complaints, DOC, and incidents, including implementation of proportionate and meaningful learning.
- Experience triangulating data to inform service priorities
- Managing the recruitment process
- Experience of introducing change to clinical environment
- Experience in service development and business planning
- Knowledge of current developments in healthcare and government policies
- Experience implementing PSIRF methodology (e.g. facilitate AAR discussions)
- Knowledge of Martha’s Rule and implications in practice
Desirable
- Experience in leading on quality, governance, clinical audit, performance standards and clinical improvements.
- Experience in implementing Martha’s rule in inpatient services and embedding as BAU, including monitoring its effectiveness/ efficiency.
- Experience of coaching/mentoring / undertaking PNA role
- Experience facilitating SWARMS, AARs, and LMDT as part of an agreed learning response
People and people development
Essential
- Evidence of being aligned to WECARE values and practicing this as a nurse leader
- Able to utilise ICT to full potential
- Organisational skills
- Decision making skills
- Professional nursing issues
- Able to manage time effectively
- Able to prioritise objectives and workload
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This advert is for Matron with Barts Health NHS Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £63,665 - £70,887 per annum inc. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 24 Jul 2026.
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