Clinical Matron, Elderly Care Leader (Band 8a)

Transformation Unit; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Winchester invites applications for a Clinical Matron in Elderly Care (Band 8a) to lead Wykeham ward, ensuring high quality, evidence-based care and safe discharge planning. The role requires strong clinical leadership, governance oversight and strategic improvement.

The post is permanent, full-time, with a competitive NHS salary (£57,528 - £64,750 per year) and a commitment to staff development within our Trust.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent level of experience.
• Up to date clinical professional registration.
• Evidence of continuous professional practice and education.
• Demonstration of Leadership or management experience.
• Master’s degree level or equivalent knowledge/experience.

Responsibilities

• 24-hour accountability for quality, staff, finance and performance of the ward.
• Lead on complex patient assessment and discharge planning.
• Foster professionalism, compassion, excellence and teamwork.
• Develop and implement service improvements and policies in area.

Skills

Leadership

Root Cause Analysis

Staff supervision

Autonomy

Budget management

Project management

Service improvement

Education

Degree or equivalent

Clinical registration

CPD/Continuing education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Winchester invites applications for a Clinical Matron in Elderly Care (Band 8a) to lead Wykeham ward, ensuring high quality, evidence-based care and safe discharge planning. The role requires strong clinical leadership, governance oversight and strategic improvement.

The post is permanent, full-time, with a competitive NHS salary (£57,528 - £64,750 per year) and a commitment to staff development within our Trust.