Job summary Are you a mental health nurse looking for a balance of clinical and managerial responsibilities where you will be an influential member of the leadership team for your wards? We are recruiting for a Modern Matron (Acute Inpatient Services) at the Whiteleaf Centre Aylesbury to provide clinical leadership for nurses and other health professionals providing care in an inpatient setting. This role offers you a combination of patient contact, carer involvement and managing ward teams, leading on the provision of high quality evidence-based mental health nursing care. You'll be available to ward staff, patients and carers and be responsive to their experiences of care and concerns about the ward environment. The role of a modern matron is pivotal in delivering the vision of the Trust, patients and carers onto your wards. Our inpatient services provide high quality care and are currently assessed as 'Good' by the CQC. We are actively working towards excellence. You'll offer operational and strategic leadership to the in-patient teams at the Whiteleaf Centre and be the clinical and governance lead for two adult acute wards. Main duties of the job You'll hold a key role as a member of the leadership team for the wards they are responsible for, alongside psychiatry and allied health professionals. Demonstrate a level of healthy curiosity about care delivery and become actively engaged in care planning and risk management as required. Contribute to the governance of care and lead on the improvement and development of nursing care with a strong focus on quality improvement, ensuring that Care Quality Commission (CQC) essential standards are met and exceeded Support and inspire teams within our inpatient services to meet CQC standards of 'Excellent'. The in-patient wards are also involved in the in-patient mental health transformation programme, including the NHS England Culture of Care programme. You will be a core part of the leadership team driving this transformation to improve quality of care. Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required. Please note if you are based outside of the UK you will need to be fully qualified, have already passed your OSCE and have an NMC pin number in order to be considered for this role. About us Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Date posted 24 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 267-BM6929534 Job locations Whiteleaf Centre Bierton Road Aylesbury HP20 1EG Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential RMN, Educated to degree level Mentor Qualification Post graduate management qualification or equivalent management experience Desirable RGN and/or Master's degree Knowledge Requirements Essential Experience of successful budget and resource management Skills and experience in managing poor performance and dealing with misconduct issues Extensive knowledge of clinical governance and Care Quality Commission (CQC) essential standards of care Experience Essential Experience of leading teams, and of managing the performance of individuals within those teams. Detailed understanding of the key policy issues affecting the delivery of health and social care across local health economy and at national leve Experience of leading the planning, delivering, and evaluation of care to address changing needs. Personal Qualities Essential Demonstrate an ability to organise and motivate self and others Demonstrate an ability to communicate at different levels and relay information to people with different levels of ability to understand Contractual / other requirements Essential To be available to take part in on-call rota To be able to travel to work in different parts of the Trust; if possible to hold a current driving license Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults Person Specification Qualifications Essential RMN, Educated to degree level Mentor Qualification Post graduate management qualification or equivalent management experience Desirable RGN and/or Master's degree Knowledge Requirements Essential Experience of successful budget and resource management Skills and experience in managing poor performance and dealing with misconduct issues Extensive knowledge of clinical governance and Care Quality Commission (CQC) essential standards of care Experience Essential Experience of leading teams, and of managing the performance of individuals within those teams. Detailed understanding of the key policy issues affecting the delivery of health and social care across local health economy and at national leve Experience of leading the planning, delivering, and evaluation of care to address changing needs. Personal Qualities Essential Demonstrate an ability to organise and motivate self and others Demonstrate an ability to communicate at different levels and relay information to people with different levels of ability to understand Contractual / other requirements Essential To be available to take part in on-call rota To be able to travel to work in different parts of the Trust; if possible to hold a current driving license Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Whiteleaf Centre Bierton Road Aylesbury HP20 1EG Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)