Job summary This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups. Subject to Job Matching A fantastic opportunity has been created to develop and grow leadership and management skills for a team of nurses. The post holder will have devolved responsibility for the operational provision of Intensive and High dependency unit services, providing holistic care for the critically ill adult and their family. The post holder will work to support the Matron in the planning, provision and supervision of a 'first class service'. It will be expected that the post holders' time will be clinical and operational management with flexibility according to need. Hours per week: 37.5 (part time considered) Main duties of the job Delivery of expert clinical nursing practice, working as a specialist resource. Devolved resource management for Critical Care. Effective and efficient utilisation of the allocated financial budget. Operational & personnel management. Contribute to business and service development planning annually as required. Delegate and monitor components of the role to senior staff ensuring support is maintained. To maintain a broad understanding of the work of the Urgent Care service Line and of the Trust a as whole, and actively contribute ideas for the improvement of service provision. To ensure own actions contribute to the maintenance of a quality service provision. To provide support to the night nurse practitioners. About us It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve. COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring. Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert. Date posted 10 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year (Subject to Job Matching) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 209-A-25-6883304 Job locations Maclessfield District General Hospital Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level. Professional training delivery qualification or equivalent experience of delivering and facilitating in challenging environments. Portfolio of certified/accredited professional development activity undertaken in relevant areas Experience and/or qualifications in the specific area Organisational Development ALS (Advanced Life Support / Skills) course Knowledge & Skills Essential Experience of working across boundaries to develop networks with key stakeholders. Experience of managing a diverse team utilising the full spectrum of HR practices Ability to prioritise workload in response to service need. Ability to work autonomously and be accountable for own actions Ability to motivate and support others to achieve goals. Able to utilise initiative to solve problems and develop the service. Ability to work as part of the wider team. Experience of delivering training programmes & presentations to various levels of staff. Experience of facilitating staff engagement interventions with groups of staff or teams Good influencing and networking skills Excellent written and communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with situations in a sensitive manner. Ability to apply evaluative and reflective techniques to personal practice. Critical Care Course 60 credits or equivalent Experience Essential Significant experience in critical or other acute setting. Other Role Requirements Essential Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level. Professional training delivery qualification or equivalent experience of delivering and facilitating in challenging environments. Portfolio of certified/accredited professional development activity undertaken in relevant areas Experience and/or qualifications in the specific area Organisational Development ALS (Advanced Life Support / Skills) course Knowledge & Skills Essential Experience of working across boundaries to develop networks with key stakeholders. Experience of managing a diverse team utilising the full spectrum of HR practices Ability to prioritise workload in response to service need. Ability to work autonomously and be accountable for own actions Ability to motivate and support others to achieve goals. Able to utilise initiative to solve problems and develop the service. Ability to work as part of the wider team. Experience of delivering training programmes & presentations to various levels of staff. Experience of facilitating staff engagement interventions with groups of staff or teams Good influencing and networking skills Excellent written and communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with situations in a sensitive manner. Ability to apply evaluative and reflective techniques to personal practice. Critical Care Course 60 credits or equivalent Experience Essential Significant experience in critical or other acute setting. Other Role Requirements Essential Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details 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 East Cheshire NHS Trust Address Maclessfield District General Hospital Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)