Overview
A Vacancy at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We are changing the way we operate so we can truly have clinically led operationally partnered, patient driven services with a relentless focus on quality, safety whilst maintaining financial viability. We have created in each care group a number of care units, each one using a triumvirate leadership model which we believe will enable us to provide the very best care. This has created the opportunity for an Associate Director of Nursing and AHP post within the Mental health care group. This post is open to both Nurses and AHPs.
Responsibilities
Accountable for the delivery and continuous improvement of practice within a Care Unit which is part of an overall care group providing a wide range of services. The key priority is to ensure we provide safe services of excellent quality which is reflected in experience of those who use our services. The post holder will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team of the Care Unit and will ensure that all risks arising from this portfolio are managed in line with Trust management policy and national guidance. The post holder will provide leadership to the nursing and AHP workforce for the delivery of the professional Nursing and AHP agenda within the Care unit and deputise for the Care Group Nurse Director providing care group wide support. Provide leadership in driving the Infection Prevention Control agenda and working closely with subject matter experts. Accountable for monitoring standards of professional practice by working regularly in clinical areas alongside staff providing patient care, ensuring care is provided to a high standard, responding effectively to any failings, and monitoring corrective action with clinical leads and managers.
Qualifications
Candidates should have experience at a leadership level with a proven track record of driving quality and safety improvements in complex environments. Candidates must have significant experience and credibility within the portfolio area they are applying for. With a genuine commitment to equity, you will create conditions for people to develop, improve, and achieve while always being clear about the purpose, aims, and organisational aspirations.
Benefits and Additional Information
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies. The advert closes on Thursday 23 Oct 2025.
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