Deputy Sister/Deputy Principal ODP Day Surgery
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Job Summary
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced Ward RGN with at least 2 years relevant and up to date experience of working in a Day Surgery/Surgical setting and candidates will be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the concepts of Day Surgery.
Job Summary
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced Ward RGN with at least 2 years relevant and up to date experience of working in a Day Surgery/Surgical setting and candidates will be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the concepts of Day Surgery.
This is a permanent position and it will involve working on both the Dorset County Hospital and Weymouth Community sites in both the Ward and Recovery areas. There may be instances where cross-cover is required in other departments dependent on service needs. Recovery experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
Day Surgery is part of the Surgical Division and consists of 2 theatres, 2 recovery bays and adjacent ward areas in Dorset County Hospital, along with the Easton Eye Day Case Unit in the East wing part of the Hospital. In addition there is a satellite unit in Weymouth Community Hospital comprising one theatre, one recovery bay and an adjacent ward area. The department undertakes a wide range of surgery on a daily basis including Orthopaedics, General surgery, Colo-rectal surgery, Gynaecology, Breast surgery, Maxillo-Facial surgery, Urology and Special Care Dentistry.
Main duties of the job
Main tasks and responsibilities will be to support the Day Surgery Teams, the Unit Manager and promote high standards of evidence based patient care.
The successful applicant will also be expected to undertake HR duties and will directly line manage a team under them.
Applications are welcome from Theatre practitioners with at least 2 years relevant and up to date experience of working in a Day Surgery Theatre setting and candidates will be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the concepts of Day Surgery.
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced nurse who has extensive working knowledge of the Day Surgery Unit setting.
About Us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Details
Date posted
31 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year Pro Rata Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
405-25-NM326DSU
Job locations
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Essential
Education, Qualifications
* Registered Nurse/ODP
* Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
* Teaching qualification
Experience
Essential
* Significant post registration experience at Band 5 in Day Surgery including nurse led discharge.
* Experience of change and expansion of service to support Day Surgery development and theatre efficiency project
* An understanding of theatre utilisation and best practice tariff targets
Desirable
* Understanding of professional nursing issues
Essential
Skills,Abilities & Knowledge
* Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient day surgery practitioner
* Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
Desirable
* Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively
* Understanding of clinical governance and ability to assist in establishing systems
* Evidence of an area of special interest
* Evidence of leadership skills
* Knowledge of clinical audit
* Evidence of critical appraisal skills
Person Specification
Essential
* Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient day surgery practitioner
* Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
Desirable
* Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively
* Understanding of clinical governance and ability to assist in establishing systems
* Evidence of an area of special interest
* Evidence of leadership skills
* Knowledge of clinical audit
* Evidence of critical appraisal skills
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
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
Employer's website
https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
Employer's website
https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Part-time
Job function
* Job function
Other
* Industries
Hospitals
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