Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and capable Deputy Clinical Manager to join our teams at Beckenham Beacon Urgent Treatment Centre and Princess Royal University Hospital in South London.
The successful applicant will be a registered Nurse or Paramedic with experience and knowledge of minor illness and minor injury presentations gained in urgent care, an emergency department, or primary care. They will be an independent prescriber with the clinical expertise, professional judgement, and leadership skills needed to contribute effectively to the service.
Main duties of the job
- Working closely with the UTC leadership team, the post holder will support the development of clinical pathways, agreed improvement projects, and delegated management activity.
- They will contribute to the induction, training, mentoring, and development of new and existing staff, work regular clinical hours, and provide visible leadership by example.
- The role includes weekend and bank-holiday working and may require additional support during periods of high demand.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse or Paramedic with current NMC or HCPC registration and no restrictions on practice.
- Working towards a Master's qualification, with at least a postgraduate certificate at Level 7 in Advanced Practice or equivalent.
- At least four years' full-time post-registration experience, ideally including experience in a senior role.
- At least one year's experience as an autonomous practitioner in a UTC, emergency department, or primary care setting.
- Independent prescribing qualification.
- Minor illness and/or minor injury qualification at Level 6 or 7.
- Competence in X-ray interpretation; Red Dot and IR(ME)R training or an equivalent recognised qualification is desirable.
- Mentoring, supervision, or practice-education qualification and experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening.
- A clear understanding of professional responsibility and accountability.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage and prioritise workload.
- Enhanced DBS clearance and the right to work in the UK.
Benefits
- Salary: £58,000 a year includes enhancements
- Permanent contract
- Full-time, flexible working
Application details
- Closing date: 31 December 2026
- Interviews will be held throughout the advertising period