Main area Neurology Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Minimum of 34.5 hours, expected working pattern Monday to Friday with Long days pre-allocated for Bleep shifts) Job ref 358-7608326-ESM
Employer University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Ward 24 Town Leicester Salary Dependent on experience Closing 26/02/2026 23:59
Neurology Ward Leader
NHS AfC: Band 7
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Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a ward leader position within our Acute Neurology ward at the Leicester Royal Infirmary
Main duties of the job
Take 24-hour accountability and responsibility for the given area. Be visible, accessible and responsive to the needs of service users, patients, carers and the public.
Provide direction and effective and inspirational leadership to the nursing and multi-disciplinary team (including ancillary and clinical support staff) within the area for which they are accountable.
Act as an expert clinical practitioner providing through themselves and their ward team an excellent quality of care to patients and service users.
Act as a clinical and managerial role model within the ward team, CMG and across the wider organisation.
Take responsibility for the provision of a supportive learning environment for all students on placement within the ward/unit for which they are responsible.
Practise clinically in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for a defined caseload. This will determine that Ward/Unit Manager is ward based and practises clinically at least 50% of their working time.
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
* high-quality care for all
* being a great place to work
* partnerships for impact
* research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
* we are compassionate
* we are proud
* we are inclusive
* we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Take 24-hour accountability and responsibility for the given area. Be visible, accessible and responsive to the needs of service users, patients, carers and the public.
Provide direction and effective and inspirational leadership to the nursing and multi-disciplinary team (including ancillary and clinical support staff) within the area for which they are accountable.
Act as an expert clinical practitioner providing through themselves and their ward team an excellent quality of care to patients and service users.
Act as a clinical and managerial role model within the ward team, CMG and across the wider organisation.
Take responsibility for the provision of a supportive learning environment for all students on placement within the ward/unit for which they are responsible.
Practise clinically in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for a defined caseload. This will determine that Ward/Unit Manager is ward based and practises clinically at least 50% of their working time.
Person specification
Experience
* Significant post-registration experience including at senior level
* Evidence of innovation and achievements in Clinical Practice
* Recent experience in supporting learners in your workplace and supervising their progress and assessing their practice
* Development of multi-disciplinary working practices
* Demonstrates knowledge of clinical risk management
* Demonstrates knowledge in ward / clinical accreditation processe
* Demonstrates understanding of efficient and effective use of resources where the workload can be unpredictable
* Knowledge of budgetary management
* Demonstrates the ability to prioritise and implement and use new ways of working
Leadership & Education
* Ability to prioritise
* Evidence of successful change management
* Use initiative and has the ability to lead and co-ordinate a multi-disciplinary team
* Dynamic individual, able to challenge constructively and to lead a team
* Good verbal and written skills and able to influence other professional groups
* Act as a role model and inspire others
* Flexible and Adaptable in approach
* Project management
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
* Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
* Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
* All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Professional Development
* Evidence of recent / continuous Post-registration professional development
* Participates in formal and informal teaching
* Recognises own limitations
Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Ability
* Demonstrates a high level of clinical competence and expertise relevant to speciality
* Good understanding of clinical governance and application to quality and safety
* An awareness and understanding of national and local issues that affect Nursing / midwifery and the NHS as a whole
* Up-to-date knowledge and understanding of nursing policy and practice relevant to speciality
* Experience of Patient and Public Involvement in Service Delivery
Education/ Qualifications
* RN (level relevant to field of practice i.e adult / child / MH or LD)
* First degree in nursing or health related subject
* Recognised NMC Teaching and Assessing qualification and a Practice Assessor preparation day
* Formal Post registration education (accredited / non-accredited) relevant to speciality
* Master’s degree in nursing or health related subject
* Clinical Leadership Programme
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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