We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated senior nurse to join our team as a Deputy Divisional Head of Nursing for a 12 month fixed term/secondment.
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced, motivated and values‑driven Deputy Head of Nursing to join Division A. This pivotal senior nursing leadership role supports the strategic and operational direction of the Division and the wider Trust, with a strong focus on quality, safety, patient experience, and workforce leadership across a diverse range of clinical services.
Working in close partnership with the Head of Nursing – Division A, Divisional Director, and the wider multidisciplinary leadership team, the post holder will play a key role in driving continuous improvement, ensuring safe and effective care, and embedding a strong culture of learning, compassion, and accountability.
The role reports directly to the Divisional Head of Nursing and has an individualised portfolio of clinical areas and staff, deputising for the Divisional Head of Nursing while leading on delegated projects within the division and assisting with shaping the Divisional nursing direction and strategy. The post holder will assist the Divisional Head of Nursing with the development and delivery of clinical services and professional standards and the development of nursing leadership within the Division.
Responsibilities
Provide professional and managerial leadership for designated nursing teams and specialist nurses, ensuring a highly visible and authoritative presence and the provision of high quality, responsive services with the needs of the patient at the centre of care delivery.
Work in partnership with the Divisional Senior Leadership Team to ensure effective and efficient management of delegated projects to meet agreed targets within the resources available.
Work in partnership with the Divisional Senior Leadership Team to ensure effective divisional quality governance systems and processes.
Benefits
Benefits to you: At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on‑site leisure facilities, a shopping concourse, day nurseries, reduced‑cost Stagecoach bus travel, free Park and Ride bus journeys, and subsidised parking for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. We have launched staff pod break spaces at the Deakin Centre, with a purpose‑created colleague‑only café, free tea and coffee, a break space, and a private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Flexible arrangements include part‑time working, job‑share, term‑time working, and flexible start and finish times.
Our values and reputation for outstanding care
Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
Career and development opportunities
Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
Research experience and opportunities
Lovely location and quality of life
Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
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