An exciting opportunity has arisen for a deputy clinical leader within the Stroke Unit at Royal Bournemouth Hospital. The post holder will have experience within the field of Stroke and demonstrate high standards of patient care and clinical expertise within a Stroke Speciality. They will be expected to provide a high-quality service for patients and their families to meet the Trust objectives, Unit policies and standards.
They will participate with the Clinical Leaders in the organisation and management of the Unit using available resources effectively and efficiently. They will take responsibility for the Unit in the absence of the Clinical Leaders as well as supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff, whilst always maintaining their own professional development and promoting research‑based practices. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate excellent leadership and organisational skills, as the Stroke unit is a busy and demanding area.
Responsibilities
* Provide nursing expertise, facilitate evidence-based patient care.
* Support the Trust strategy of delivering a quality healthcare service for patients and their families.
* Work within and support the Trust objectives and the ward department philosophy and standards.
* Supervise and direct junior staff, act as a resource to provide education and training, including members of the multi-disciplinary team.
* Take charge of the ward area in the absence of Ward Manager/deputies.
Please do not hesitate to contact Helen Westall if you have any questions or would like to visit the unit. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a presentation during interview.
This role requires an active UK NMC Registration.
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Interview Date: 16th April 2026
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
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UHD is investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.
This advert closes on Thursday 2 Apr 2026.
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