Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Molly Lane Fox Team as Deputy Ward Sister/ Senior Nurse in Charge Are you someone who is willing to improve care, encourage excellence and who loves working in large teams? We are seeking to recruit a highly competent and motivated individual to undertake ward and staff management, team building and clinical leadership. The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery is the United Kingdom's oldest and largest dedicated neurological and neurosurgical hospital. We are part of University College London Hospitals NHS foundation Trust, and we are linked with the University College London (UCL) Institute of Neurology, City and Southbank University's. Together we are a major international centre for neuroscience training and research. Molly Lane Fox ward is a 26 bedded Acute Neurosurgical ward and Brain Tumor Unit. It is a fast paced and dynamic working environment with ample development opportunities. It is an exciting time to be involved with an expanding team and develop services while supporting and working closely with all members of the multi-disciplinary team The successful applicant must be highly motivated and enthusiastic about teaching all grades of junior staff within the ward. The candidate must be an outstanding communicator, can demonstrate first-rate organisational and multitasking skills and the ability to prioritise effectively and efficiently in a busy and demanding work environment. Main duties of the job The successful applicant will demonstrate an ability to support, train, develop and educate others, work well autonomously and as a team member in a team. The successful candidate should always practise the Trust values and seek to work alongside nursing colleagues to deliver a high standard of individualised care. Support of the Trust direction on inclusivity and diversity within all areas of the role and service will also be integral to the role. You must hold a 'teaching in the clinical setting' certificate or equivalent and have a qualification and/or experience in a Neuroscience setting or a relevant specialty. 'Neuroscience' courses would be highly advantageous. For the right person this is a role but is highly rewarding, whereby you will have the chance to enhance your skills and career with support of the organisation, in a developing area of a high profile and successful NHS trust. About us University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing) National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals University College Hospital Grafton Way Building Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre The Hospital for Tropical Diseases University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040. Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £44,806 to £53,134 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 309-UCLH-5783 Job locations University College London Hospital 235 Euston Road London NW1 2BU Job description Job responsibilities For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row. UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Job description Job responsibilities For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row. UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register Desirable Teaching course NVQ assessor Qualification in this specialty Experience Essential Previous experience at senior staff role i.e senior Band 6 (taking in-charge role) Desirable Previous experience in this specialty ( neurosurgery and neurology) Skills and Abilities Essential Able to deliver evidence-based practice Personal And People Development Essential a.Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated portfolio b.Demonstrates an awareness of the role of facilitator c.Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others d.Reflective in Practice Communication Essential Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi disciplinary team. Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats Demonstrates understanding of good practice in Customer Care Able to use IT to disseminate information e.g. e-mail, Power Point, and Excel Able to support staff to achieve computer literacy Value Essential Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential E.g., All posts to include Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties (line managers to elaborate depending on the level of the post and to assess this essential criteria at interview) Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by: Essential Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control. Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently. Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register Desirable Teaching course NVQ assessor Qualification in this specialty Experience Essential Previous experience at senior staff role i.e senior Band 6 (taking in-charge role) Desirable Previous experience in this specialty ( neurosurgery and neurology) Skills and Abilities Essential Able to deliver evidence-based practice Personal And People Development Essential a.Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated portfolio b.Demonstrates an awareness of the role of facilitator c.Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others d.Reflective in Practice Communication Essential Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi disciplinary team. Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats Demonstrates understanding of good practice in Customer Care Able to use IT to disseminate information e.g. e-mail, Power Point, and Excel Able to support staff to achieve computer literacy Value Essential Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential E.g., All posts to include Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties (line managers to elaborate depending on the level of the post and to assess this essential criteria at interview) Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by: Essential Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control. Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently. 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 University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address University College London Hospital 235 Euston Road London NW1 2BU Employer's website https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)