Job summary
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.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years
We have four primary goals:
* high-quality care for all,
* being a great place to work,
* partnerships for impact, and
* 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, and
* 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:
Details
Date posted
13 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
Depending on experience Dependent on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
ESM
Job locations
Ward 24
Leicester royal Infirmary
Leicester
LE1 5WW
Job description
Job 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.
Job description
Job 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
Essential
* 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
Desirable
* Development of multi-disciplinary working practices
* Demonstrates knowledge of clinical risk management
* Demonstrates knowledge in ward / clinical accreditation processe
Resource Utilisation
Essential
* 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
Essential
* 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
* Strong Team worker
* Flexible and Adaptable in approach
Desirable
* Project management
* Computer literacy
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
* Commitment to Trust Values and BehavioursMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
* 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
Essential
* Evidence of recent / continuous Post-registration professional development
* Ongoing personal development
* Participates in formal and informal teaching
* Recognises own limitations
Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Ability
Essential
* 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
Desirable
* Audit experience/research skills
* Experience of Patient and Public Involvement in Service Delivery
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
* 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
Desirable
* Master's degree in nursing or health related subject
* Clinical Leadership Programme
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* 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
Desirable
* Development of multi-disciplinary working practices
* Demonstrates knowledge of clinical risk management
* Demonstrates knowledge in ward / clinical accreditation processe
Resource Utilisation
Essential
* 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
Essential
* 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
* Strong Team worker
* Flexible and Adaptable in approach
Desirable
* Project management
* Computer literacy
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
* Commitment to Trust Values and BehavioursMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
* 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
Essential
* Evidence of recent / continuous Post-registration professional development
* Ongoing personal development
* Participates in formal and informal teaching
* Recognises own limitations
Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Ability
Essential
* 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
Desirable
* Audit experience/research skills
* Experience of Patient and Public Involvement in Service Delivery
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
* 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
Desirable
* Master's degree in nursing or health related subject
* Clinical Leadership Programme
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Ward 24
Leicester royal Infirmary
Leicester
LE1 5WW
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Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Ward 24
Leicester royal Infirmary
Leicester
LE1 5WW
Employer's website
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