Deputy Associate Director of Nursing

TN United Kingdom; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Deputy Associate Director of Nursing at NHS Lanarkshire, focusing on leadership in clinical practice and care assurance. The role involves managing nursing teams and ensuring high standards of patient care across various nursing services. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

8 public holidays

NHS Pension Scheme

Paid sick leave

Occupational health services

Work-life balance policies

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC Registration.
• Extensive knowledge of clinical guidelines and standards.
• Experience in developing innovative solutions and leading change.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing standards and ensure patient-centered care.
• Manage Senior Nursing team and contribute to governance.
• Ensure safe staffing and quality improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Data Analysis

Quality Improvement

Problem Solving

Education

Masters Level

Tools

Basic IT Skills

Job description

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Client:

NHS Lanarkshire

Location:

Hamilton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

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Job Description:

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Associate Director of Nursing to join our team in South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership (UHSCP). The post holder will be the professional lead for nursing, ensuring standards of clinical practice, care assurance, and patient-centered care. This includes ensuring Safe Staffing and maximizing the impact of nursing on service change and quality improvement.

The post holder will act as a deputy to the Associate Director of Nursing and will work closely with the Locality Manager/General Manager and the Associate Medical Director and their deputies to provide visible leadership across the UHSCP. The postholder will have line management responsibility for the Senior Nursing team in South Lanarkshire UHSCP.

The post holder will contribute to clinical, financial, and staff governance arrangements, ensuring safe, efficient, and effective care, in line with professional and national standards. The portfolio covers various aspects of nursing care, including but not limited to Health Visiting, School Nursing, Brain Injuries, and Vaccination, within the UHSCP and across Lanarkshire.

Interview date will be Friday 6th June

NHS Lanarkshire

Have you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire!

Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organization plays a key role in delivering healthcare services.

We serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire includes Acute Services, Corporate & Property & Support Services, and integrated primary healthcare and social care services through the North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships.

What we'll need you to bring

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC Registration.
• Educated to/working towards/operating at Masters Level.
• Knowledge of NHS Scotland’s Leadership Qualities framework or equivalent.
• Management experience and continuous professional development.
• Leadership and managerial experience within the relevant specialty or area of practice.
• Extensive knowledge of clinical guidelines and standards.
• Experience with Quality Improvement methodologies.
• Resource management experience, including financial, human, and capital resources.
• Skills in needs assessment and data analysis/interpretation.
• Proven leadership skills, strategic thinking, and ability to motivate staff.
• Experience in developing innovative solutions and leading change.
• Experience in team/service development and problem-solving.
• Basic information technology skills.

Please note, a full UK/EU/EEA driving license is required for roles where driving is necessary.

Contract type

Permanent

Full time, 37 hours

Location and Working Pattern

This role is based at South Lanarkshire Council Headquarters, Almada Street, Hamilton, with travel across Lanarkshire. The specific working pattern is to be confirmed.

Applicants considered for this position may also be considered for similar vacancies in other locations.

Looking to find out more?

If you’re interested, we would love to hear from you!

Why NHS Lanarkshire?

Join us and discover a supportive environment to develop your skills and further your career.

Benefits include:

• Minimum 27 days annual leave, increasing with service length
• At least 8 public holidays
• NHS Pension Scheme membership with life insurance benefits
• Paid sick leave, increasing with service length
• Occupational health and counselling services
• Work-life balance policies

NHS Lanarkshire offers various support services on topics impacting work and personal life, accessible via links on this page.

Further Information

For more details on the role, refer to the Job Description. For recruitment process information, organization details, or services provided, see our information pack or website.