Job summary The Jenny Lind Children's Hospital at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is nestled on the outskirts of the vibrant city of Norwich. A city brimming with art and culture, restaurants, nightlife and boosts a top UK university. Norwich is a place where you can live and grow, raise a family and discover the true meaning of work-life balance. You will have all the benefits of city life just a stones throw away from the sprawling countryside and beautiful Norfolk coastline. We are excited to share that we have full time and part time opportunities for Band 6 deputy team leaders within our Theatre team. We are a brand new stand alone Paediatric Theatre Complex, comprising of 2 elective theatres and a 6 bay PACU (Post anaesthetic care unit) area. Main duties of the job The Divisions of Surgery and Women and Children will be integrated. Developing a service, workforce and strategy that supports and embeds the Trust's Children's Strategy. Modernising our workforce, we will provide CPD packages for all staff with clear progression pathways. The Trust supports a paediatric competency package, providing knowledge and skills training and evidence of all staff's competencies within the speciality of paediatrics, ensuring Trust's standards are upheld throughout all departments. The NNUH enjoys strong links with the UEA and within paediatrics it helps create the JLTC Society We have a long history, dating back to 1854 when the Jenny Lind Children's Hospital was opened, only the second Children's Hospital in the UK. Come and join us as a leading provider of paediatric care in the UK. Expanding and strengthening our services, workforce, and research opportunities Our Vision "Putting the Child and Young Person at the heart of all we do."Fully flexible working patterns, the theatre complex operates a 7 day working policy. About us Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world. We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition: Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery On-site cafes offering staff discounts Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics Date posted 27 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 234-24-S2401 Job locations Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Norwich NR4 7UY Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder is responsible for supporting the Clinical Leader and a small, cohesive multi-disciplinary team in; Provide positive and caring leadership while being a strong role model, and demonstrating the Trusts PRIDE (People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence) values at all times. Inspiring staff development through personal encouragement and professional development through our PDR process and up-holding high standards of care on our journey to excellence Manage the efficient utilisation of operating theatre lists, minimising delays and preventing on the day cancellations Have an in depth knowledge of the surgical pathway and design processes around the unique needs of the child and young person Have a complete knowledge and understanding of Trust Policies, guidelines, and Standard Operating Procedures and with the ability to write new Standards relevant to the new complex and ensure all of these are implemented and adhered to throughout the Complex Holds Trusts Paediatric Competencies Assist with the recruitment and retention of staff Support with Staff Health and Well Being, Sickness management, under the guidance of the Clinical leader Assist with staff development of all grades including Band 4s. Taking active role in Appraisals and Mandatory Training Involvement with all relevant National and Local Audits, with a responsibility to encourage 100% compliance and commitment. Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder is responsible for supporting the Clinical Leader and a small, cohesive multi-disciplinary team in; Provide positive and caring leadership while being a strong role model, and demonstrating the Trusts PRIDE (People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence) values at all times. Inspiring staff development through personal encouragement and professional development through our PDR process and up-holding high standards of care on our journey to excellence Manage the efficient utilisation of operating theatre lists, minimising delays and preventing on the day cancellations Have an in depth knowledge of the surgical pathway and design processes around the unique needs of the child and young person Have a complete knowledge and understanding of Trust Policies, guidelines, and Standard Operating Procedures and with the ability to write new Standards relevant to the new complex and ensure all of these are implemented and adhered to throughout the Complex Holds Trusts Paediatric Competencies Assist with the recruitment and retention of staff Support with Staff Health and Well Being, Sickness management, under the guidance of the Clinical leader Assist with staff development of all grades including Band 4s. Taking active role in Appraisals and Mandatory Training Involvement with all relevant National and Local Audits, with a responsibility to encourage 100% compliance and commitment. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner on the appropriate part of the NMC/ Health Care Professions Council register To have completed the mentorship preparation programme or equivalent. Desirable Have or be working towards a health related degree. Experience Essential Knowledge of current developments in clinical specialty. Experience of managing and leading a clinical area. Skills Essential Able to work effectively under pressure in an unpredictable and demanding environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Attitude, aptitude Essential Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner on the appropriate part of the NMC/ Health Care Professions Council register To have completed the mentorship preparation programme or equivalent. Desirable Have or be working towards a health related degree. Experience Essential Knowledge of current developments in clinical specialty. Experience of managing and leading a clinical area. Skills Essential Able to work effectively under pressure in an unpredictable and demanding environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Attitude, aptitude Essential Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 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 Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Address Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Norwich NR4 7UY Employer's website https://teamnnuh.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)