Directorate Head of Nursing

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate nursing leader to take on the role of Cross-Site Head of Nursing and Allied Health Care Professionals. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of nursing while championing patient care and inclusive leadership. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring that nursing voices are heard and valued in decision-making. Join a dedicated team focused on innovation and excellence, where your leadership will make a significant impact on patient-centered care and foster a diverse working culture.

Qualifications

• Strong voice in nursing profession, advocating for patients and staff.
• Commitment to inclusive leadership and promoting diversity.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across specialist medicine services.
• Engage with stakeholders to uphold high standards of patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care

Quality Improvement

Clinical Governance

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Leadership Training

Job description

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a highly motivated and dynamic nursing leader to take on the role of Cross-Site Head of Nursing and Allied Health Care Professionals for Theatres, Anaesthetics and Critical Care on a 12-month fixed-term contract for maternity cover. This role is ideal for an individual who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care, championing compassionate leadership, and fostering an inclusive and diverse working culture.

As Head of Nursing, you will provide strategic leadership and professional oversight across specialist medicine services, ensuring the highest standards of patient care are upheld. Working collaboratively across professional boundaries, you will engage with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally, advocating for patients and staff alike. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving quality improvement, supporting clinical governance frameworks, and aligning services with national and local objectives.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact in shaping the future of nursing within our Trust. You will be joining a team dedicated to innovation, excellence, and compassionate care, working in an environment where your leadership will be valued and supported.

If you are passionate about driving high standards of patient care, empowering diverse teams, and leading with compassion, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

You must be an inspirational and visible leader who can effectively influence, support, and engage multidisciplinary teams. You will have a strong voice within the organisation, ensuring that the nursing profession is heard, valued, and integral to decision-making at every level. Your commitment to inclusive leadership will help promote an environment where diversity is celebrated, and every staff member is empowered to contribute to patient-centred care.