Director of Nursing ( Brain, Heart & Lung and Sight & Sound)

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 99,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London seeks a Director of Nursing to join the clinical operational leadership team at their children's hospital. This role requires a talented and compassionate leader who will ensure continuous improvement of clinical services and patient experience while promoting a culture of inclusion. The salary ranges from £99,808 to £113,803 per annum for this permanent, full-time position.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading nursing teams in a complex environment.
• Strong commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Proven track record of achieving excellence in clinical care.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement in clinical services.
• Lead and support the Trust's Nursing Strategy.
• Foster a culture of inclusion and professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Quality assurance

Patient experience improvement

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Registered Nurse

Senior nursing qualification

Job description

Director of Nursing - Brain, Heart & Lung and Sight & Sound

It is such an exciting time to be joining our Team. With the launch of our new Strategy - Together We Power Care, and the relaunch of our Values you will have an opportunity to be part of embedding change.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a senior nurse leader to join the clinical operational leadership team at our world‑class children's hospital. We are looking for an ambitious, talented and compassionate team player who can drive excellence and innovation at senior operational level.

Main duties of the job

Working in partnership with the Chief of Service and Director of Operations, you will be responsible for the continuous improvement of the clinical services within the Directorate, with a specific focus on quality, safety, and patient experience.

The Director of Nursing will lead on the professional nursing agenda and play an integral part in workforce modernisation, promoting an inclusive environment that encourages professional and personal growth. There will be an opportunity for the postholder to take the lead in supporting the delivery of the Trust's Nursing Strategy, Safe in our Hands – to achieve joy at work.

The postholder will have a track record of leading nursing teams in a complex and dynamic environment, striving for, and achieving excellence in clinical care and patient experience whilst recognising the importance of financial and operational efficiencies.

If you are keen to join a motivated and enthusiastic team, working in a dynamic environment, then this role is for you.

Contact

Tracy Luckett, Chief Nurse. [e-mail] or Martin Tisdall, Chief of Service – Brain, Heart & Lung and Sight & Sound. [e-mail]

We look forward to receiving your application!

About us

We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from under‑represented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.

Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.

We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.

Details

• Date posted: 24 November 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 8d
• Salary: £99,808 to £113,803 per annum inclusive
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Reference number: 271-CO-7484854
• Job locations: Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, WC1N 3JH

Application process and timelines

For application form queries, email [e-mail]

• Closing date for applications: Monday, 15th December 2025 at 9:00am
• Stakeholder meetings & panel interview: Monday, 12th January 2026
• Notification of shortlisted candidates: Friday, 19th December 2025