Job summary The Matron will have a highly visible, accessible, and authoritative presence in the clinical areas to which patients, their families and others can turn to for assistance, advice and support. Work in partnership with Lead Clinician of Critical Care, Service Manager and Head of Professions and Quality Critical Care to develop and lead the Critical Care Services Main duties of the job Acts as an expert resource to own area when assessing Critical Care patients. To be an expert Critical Care qualified nurse.Provides clinical and managerial supervision to senior nursing staff in Critical Care and act as mentor and coach to other nurses across the Trust, as appropriate. To provide a visible leadership presence in all clinical areas, be highly accessible to staff, helping them develop the skills needed to set and maintain high clinical standards. In partnership with senior nursing staff, develop and implement specialist departmental nursing policies, ensuring staff are compliant in their use.Support the Director of Nursing in the development of the Nursing Vision & Strategy. Deputise for the Divisional Head of Nursing as appropriate. To attend regular bed meetings, providing data to ensure timely management of patient flow. Respond appropriately in times of crisis and during major incidents. About us Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people. We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us. We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Date posted 07 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 a year Per Annum ( Pro Rata for Part Time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 390-TAC-SO-6107 Job locations Southend Prittlewell Chase West Cliff on sea SS0 0RY Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached a full job description which outlines the details of the role and responsibilities. If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today, we look forward to your application Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached a full job description which outlines the details of the role and responsibilities. If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today, we look forward to your application Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse on part 1 of the NMC Register. Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience Post-registration qualification in Intensive Care (ENB 100 or equivalent) Masters Degree or evidence of relevant study at level 7 Evidence of recent study at Masters/Degree level ENB, MIPS or Mentorship qualification Desirable Management/Leader ship qualification Evidence of recent study at Masters/Degree level Experience Essential Expert knowledge of clinical practice in intensive care nursing and A, I Page 11 of 13 demonstrable knowledge of own development in A, I Page 11 of 13 nursing policy and practise Desirable Previous experience as Matron Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse on part 1 of the NMC Register. Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience Post-registration qualification in Intensive Care (ENB 100 or equivalent) Masters Degree or evidence of relevant study at level 7 Evidence of recent study at Masters/Degree level ENB, MIPS or Mentorship qualification Desirable Management/Leader ship qualification Evidence of recent study at Masters/Degree level Experience Essential Expert knowledge of clinical practice in intensive care nursing and A, I Page 11 of 13 demonstrable knowledge of own development in A, I Page 11 of 13 nursing policy and practise Desirable Previous experience as Matron 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 Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Southend Prittlewell Chase West Cliff on sea SS0 0RY Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)