Matron

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a Matron for the Head & Neck Directorate at South Tyneside & Sunderland Foundation Trust.

The Matron is a core member of the directorate & divisional team responsible for the delivery of the trust objectives for safety, quality and experience. The Matron has responsibility for the implementation of robust systems and processes that ensure there is continuing improvement in the quality and productivity of the service provided to patients; a key role being to maintain the safety of patients and staff.

The Matron provides a visible, accessible and leadership presence across the directorate promoting a culture of learning and sharing good practice in relation to clinical risk, patient safety and patient experience.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate strong leadership skills and have experience of effective operational management, leading clinical development and managing change. The post holder must have evidence of proactive multidisciplinary working and possess communication and organisational skills with evidence of a degree qualification and on-going professional development.

An interest in Head & Neck, which includes ENT and Oral & Maxillofacial Services and / or previous experience is desirable.

If you feel you have the required skills to undertake this post and would like more information, please contact:

Michelle Ferguson, Directorate Manager, H&N Tel 0191 5656256 ext. 42860 or email michelle.ferguson10@nhs.net

Angie Bell, Matron Tel 0191 5656256 ext. 42015 or email angela.bell20@nhs.net

Barbara Goodfellow, Head of Nursing Tel 0191 5656256 ext. 42243 or email barbara.goodfellow3@nhs.net

Job responsibilities

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.