Job summary The Deputy Chief Nurse will lead the development of the Nursing and Midwifery Education and Workforce portfolio, delivering safe effective workforce with the right skills in the right place. The Postholder will be responsible for the Kings Academy and delivery of sustainable model. The role will also support the Chief Nurse in providing strong quality governance leadership, ensuring the Trust provides high quality services and fully compliance with all regulatory requirements. Main duties of the job Workforce support the Chief Nurse to Deliver the bi-annual nursing establishment review. To include board papers Lead the Trust response to delivery of the "Developing Workforce safeguards" recommendations Lead the Trust on delivery on financial sustainable initiatives - bank and agency, Roster KPIs work with internal and external stakeholders to identify and support implementation of workforce transformation initiatives lead the enhanced/advanced and consultant level practice workstream lead the implementation of job planning for non-medical workforce Education responsible for the allocation of the CPD funding & NMET allocation and ensure transparent process of equity of delivery responsible for pre and post reg education, including career pathway frameworks hold senior nurse responsibility for Kings academy, the financial strategy and overarching sustainability Quality Governance The role will have the responsibility for development and delivery of the Trusts clinical quality strategy and ensuring that there are robust clinical governance systems and processes across the Trust The Post holder will support the delivery of the Quality Assurance framework The post holder will work with the Corporate Medical Director for safety in delivery of the safety agenda, continuous implementation of PSIRF About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Date posted 26 March 2025 Pay scheme Very senior manager (VSM) Salary Depending on experience Dependant on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 213-CORP-7049396 Job locations Trust Wide - All sites London SE5 9RS Job description Job responsibilities See attached Job description and personal specification: Lead and Deliver the Nursing and Midwifery strategy Line management to 4 direct reports o Director of Quality Governance o Assistant Director of Nursing workforce and Education o Assistant Director of Nursing Education, Resus & Armed Forces o Assistant Director of Nursing Quality Promote Equality and Diversity within the CNO Office Participate in the Trusts GOLD out of hours on call rota Deputise for the Chief Nurse during periods of absence, including contributing to the Executive Board and other internal and external meetings Job description Job responsibilities See attached Job description and personal specification: Lead and Deliver the Nursing and Midwifery strategy Line management to 4 direct reports o Director of Quality Governance o Assistant Director of Nursing workforce and Education o Assistant Director of Nursing Education, Resus & Armed Forces o Assistant Director of Nursing Quality Promote Equality and Diversity within the CNO Office Participate in the Trusts GOLD out of hours on call rota Deputise for the Chief Nurse during periods of absence, including contributing to the Executive Board and other internal and external meetings Person Specification Education and Experience Essential Educated to Masters level or equivalent professional experience Hold current NMC professional registration Evidence of continued CPD Leadership qualification Significant experience at senior nursing level in an acute hospital within the NHS or another large complex healthcare organisation Experience of delivering effective transformation and improvement programmes Experience of managing quality, safety and clinical governance Knowladge and Skills Essential Proven diplomatic and persuasive verbal and written communication skills at an executive level Inclusive leadership skills with evidence of having built and developed high performing teams Ability to understand, interpret and explain complex analytical information Excellent business development and planning skills and an ability to simplify complexity Strong partnership working ethos Knowledge of relevant statutory and regulatory regulations Other Essential Able to relate to people at all levels and build beneficial working relationships with internal staff and the employees from partners and key stakeholders Must be a supportive team player Must be able to work flexibly across any of the Trust's operational sites and travel wherever required on Trust business Person Specification Education and Experience Essential Educated to Masters level or equivalent professional experience Hold current NMC professional registration Evidence of continued CPD Leadership qualification Significant experience at senior nursing level in an acute hospital within the NHS or another large complex healthcare organisation Experience of delivering effective transformation and improvement programmes Experience of managing quality, safety and clinical governance Knowladge and Skills Essential Proven diplomatic and persuasive verbal and written communication skills at an executive level Inclusive leadership skills with evidence of having built and developed high performing teams Ability to understand, interpret and explain complex analytical information Excellent business development and planning skills and an ability to simplify complexity Strong partnership working ethos Knowledge of relevant statutory and regulatory regulations Other Essential Able to relate to people at all levels and build beneficial working relationships with internal staff and the employees from partners and key stakeholders Must be a supportive team player Must be able to work flexibly across any of the Trust's operational sites and travel wherever required on Trust business 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 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Trust Wide - All sites London SE5 9RS Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)