Description
We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Head of Nursing - Education and Development to join our senior Nursing Team at Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction and leadership for registered nurses, nursing associates, and unregistered support workers across the Trust.
The role involves supporting the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Trust's nursing strategy, deputising for the Deputy Chief Nurse, establishing standards of nursing practice, promoting nursing education, research, and development, and managing a team of staff supporting practice improvement, physical health, and education and development.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the development and implementation of the Trust's nursing strategy
- Deputising for the Deputy Chief Nurse as required
- Establishing standards of nursing practice and promoting nursing education, research, and development
- Managing and having oversight of staff supporting practice improvement, physical health, and education and development
- Developing leadership and staff support initiatives across the Trust's nursing workforce
- Advising Executive Directors, Directors of Service, the Trust Board, and other stakeholders on nursing-related matters
The post holder will be expected to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including the University of Greenwich, and will be involved in research projects as required by the Trust.
In return for your expertise and experience, we offer a competitive salary ranging from £85,641 to £97,746 per annum, depending on experience.
About Us: Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust is a major provider of NHS healthcare services, operating across various locations in the South of England. Our services include community healthcare, mental health care, and care for people with learning disabilities. We are committed to providing high-quality care to our patients and their families, guided by our values: We're Kind, We're Fair, We Listen, and We Care.