Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to manage out Trauma and Orthopaedic team at Stockport NHS Theatres. The successful applicant will be skilled in Orthopaedic scrub, Trauma and associated specialities. They will also have good knowledge of General, Urology and Obstetric surgery. This role will be responsible for the Loan kit office and budgets aligned to this. The role holder will work closely with their other band 7s, including the training co-ordinator, to ensure safe staffing is promoted at all time. This is a challenging role, however, full support will be given with a two week supernumerary period afforded, to embed themselves into the department. Main duties of the job In conjunction with the Head of Nursing, s/he will deliver the modernisation agenda within their clinical setting, including effective leadership, setting, monitoring and maintaining professional and care standards, work collaboratively, manage complaints as per Trust policy and lead the nursing contribution to the governance agenda at department level.S/he will be visible and accessible in the clinical area for patients, relatives and staff.Lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff, taking responsibility for own professional development.Provide leadership that promotes patient focused care.Maintain an environment conducive to education, teaching, audit and training for patients and staff.Provide clinical leadership and line management of staff ensuring the delivery of the highest professional standards through staff development and individual performance appraisal/review.Role model standards of care and expected behaviour through participation in direct patient care.Maintain personal standards of conduct and behaviour, which are consistent with Trust, Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) and HPC standards and requirements.Actively contribute to and support agreed developments within the Business Group.Identify equipment priorities to support the care of patients and staff in their physical environment, undertaking risk assessments to evidence the short falls.Ensure the efficient use of staff, monitoring quality and expenditure. About us We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers. We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you. If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods. We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service. Benefits we offer to you: Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays NHS pension scheme membership Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further NHS Staff discounts Cycle to work scheme Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice Date posted 23 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 362-A-24-6887274 Job locations Stepping Hill Hospital Poplar Grove Stockport SK2 7PE Job description Job responsibilities The post holder has a key leadership and management role at senior level and carries continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, and the setting of standards of care within the in-patient theatres(Scrub)Ensuring as an expert practitioner in the peri-operative setting high standards of care that meet with best practice are implemented. He / she also carry continuing responsibility for the management of theatres. Including the specific responsibility relating to relevant budgets, resources and manpower. Ensuring that staff in their area have access to education, training and up-date clinical skills as appropriate, in association with the Directorates training co-ordinator. They must also ensure that their staff have access to equipment training and implement clinical governance issues in association with the departments clinical governance lead. Post holders will be expected to participate fully in their personal development and review process, in order to achieve the skills required to deliver the role effectively and efficiently. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary. In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder has a key leadership and management role at senior level and carries continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, and the setting of standards of care within the in-patient theatres(Scrub)Ensuring as an expert practitioner in the peri-operative setting high standards of care that meet with best practice are implemented. He / she also carry continuing responsibility for the management of theatres. Including the specific responsibility relating to relevant budgets, resources and manpower. Ensuring that staff in their area have access to education, training and up-date clinical skills as appropriate, in association with the Directorates training co-ordinator. They must also ensure that their staff have access to equipment training and implement clinical governance issues in association with the departments clinical governance lead. Post holders will be expected to participate fully in their personal development and review process, in order to achieve the skills required to deliver the role effectively and efficiently. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary. In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16. Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential Sound knowledge of scrub practice at band 6 level. Post registration Scrub or Anaesthetic & Recovery course A relevant diploma Desirable Evidence of degree or working towards a degree. A Management Course Skills and abilities Essential An enthusiastic and supportive leader who motivates people. Ability to work across boundaries and deliver a quality service. Proven clinical abilities Experience Essential Evidence of good organisational and planning skills Experience in dealing with staffing issues and awareness of budgetary controls Knowledge Essential Evidence of CPD NMC/HPC standards and requirements Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential Sound knowledge of scrub practice at band 6 level. Post registration Scrub or Anaesthetic & Recovery course A relevant diploma Desirable Evidence of degree or working towards a degree. A Management Course Skills and abilities Essential An enthusiastic and supportive leader who motivates people. Ability to work across boundaries and deliver a quality service. Proven clinical abilities Experience Essential Evidence of good organisational and planning skills Experience in dealing with staffing issues and awareness of budgetary controls Knowledge Essential Evidence of CPD NMC/HPC standards and requirements 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Address Stepping Hill Hospital Poplar Grove Stockport SK2 7PE Employer's website http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)