Job summary Do you have a passion for transforming the lives of people who have experienced severe injury or illness? Here at the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) you will join an innovative, forward thinking team with the collective objective of providing first class rehabilitation to our patients. Please apply to become a Deputy Team Leader / Charge Nurse in Rehabilitation if you wish to become part of our journey in creating a better future for rehabilitation patients. This post is integral to providing senior leadership to nursing and support teams at the NRC, taking deputy ward manager / team leader responsibility for high quality, efficient, safe and compassionate care in a rehabilitation setting. If you were successful, you would become a key part of shaping the service going forwards and contribute, with other professional colleagues, in paving the future of rehabilitation in the UK. The model is to deliver rehabilitation regionally, with the East Midlands being the first, with others to follow. This is a unique and fantastic opportunity to join the revolution of rehabilitation in the UK. You will be at the forefront of big change over the next few years. Your contribution will be vital but not only that, you will be supported to grow and learn through our many developmental programmes at the NRC. Our values support the ongoing development of all colleagues, and the opportunity to research alongside our Professors in Rehabilitation is unparalleled. Main duties of the job Assess the care needs of patients and develop a program of care which is evaluated and amended as appropriate. Carry out relevant forms of direct and indirect patient care without direct supervision. Work as part of the interdisciplinary team to assess, evaluate and deliver care to patients Utilise and integrate evidence into practice. Assess the case needs of patients and develop a program of care which is evaluated and implemented as appropriate. Make sound clinical decisions based on the assessment of patients, including that of safe nurse lead discharges. About us Due to open in spring 2025, the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) will be the first to set new ambitious standards of practice and outcomes for rehabilitation patients in England. The NRC programme is hosted by Nottingham University Hospitals Trust. The NRC is a new purpose-built 70 bed facility which is being built on the Stanford Hall Rehabilitation Estate near Loughborough. It is co-located with the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre with whom the NRC will work closely. Academic partners led by the University of Nottingham and Loughborough University, will ensure research and innovation and training and education in rehabilitation will be embedded at the NRC and central to clinical practice. The NRC is at a crucial stage of workforce planning to ensure that the centre is established robustly to achieve the excellence it strives for. The workforce is key to the successful delivery of improved patient outcomes, to achieve its national ambition and education and to embed research into clinical practice. Although this post will initially be based at Linden Lodge to support the rehabilitation of the patients in this setting, the person employed will be expected to transition with the service to the NRC. Date posted 13 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 164-6985585 Job locations National Rehabilitation Centre National Rehabilitation Centre Loughborough LE12 5GF Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and personspecification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy. This role will be temporarily based at our current unit Linden Lodge at City Hospital until we move to the 70 bed NRC facility in summer 2025, and will continue to deliver early, goal-directed rehabilitation to patients transitioning from our regional Neurosurgery, Spinal and Major Trauma Centres. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and personspecification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy. This role will be temporarily based at our current unit Linden Lodge at City Hospital until we move to the 70 bed NRC facility in summer 2025, and will continue to deliver early, goal-directed rehabilitation to patients transitioning from our regional Neurosurgery, Spinal and Major Trauma Centres. Person Specification Training and Qualifications Essential Behaviours Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards Current level one NMC registration Relevant post-basic study e.g. specialist pathway Have a suitable Teaching & Assessing Qualification Possession of a Mentoring Course Desirable Diploma or degree in health/nursing related Studies Continuing professional development/ reflective profile in a relevant speciality such as rehabilitation, MSK, major trauma, neurology, neurosurgery, critical care Completion of all local competency packages. Formal leadership and management training Completion of all local competency packages. Formal leadership and management training Experience Essential Experience at band 5 in an acute hospital environment Supervision of non-registered staff, pre-registration and post basic students Evidence of ability to mentor Ability to manage the clinical area or ward efficiently and effectively Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relative/carers and staff. Clinically competent in specialist area and able to demonstrate evidence of sound clinical practice Knowledge of management processes to be able to provide 1st line management Experience of delegating to and supervising other members of the team Able support clinical education about theory and practice to individuals, team and the wider MDT (including students) Knowledge of current best practice within a clinical specialty IT and computer skills and have the ability to learn how to use specific software Able to provide utilise the available evidence base current in practice and implement changes Experience in training/supervising students in own profession Desirable Recent or current experience within the specialty basic students Evidence of ability to mentor Ability to manage the clinical area or ward efficiently and effectively Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relative/carers and staff. Clinically competent in specialist area and able to demonstrate evidence of sound clinical practice Knowledge of management processes to be able to provide 1st line management Experience of delegating to and supervising other members of the team Able support clinical education about theory and practice to individuals, team and the wider MDT (including students) Knowledge of current best practice within a clinical specialty IT and computer skills and have the ability to learn how to use specific software Able to provide utilise the available evidence base current in practice and implement changes Experience in training/supervising students in own profession Recent or current experience within the specialty Demonstrate an involvement in link nurse, or project work Audit or research within the clinical area Providing staff with feedback on their individual performance and use of the knowledge and skills framework Evidence of experience taking charge of a team / shift Communication and Relationship Skills Essential Physically able to perform the full range of nursing duties Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents Demonstrate basic IT skills Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to appropriate staff Can minimise interpersonal conflict and barriers to communication Desirable Evidence of negotiation and influencing skills Demonstrate evidence of providing formal teaching sessions Demonstration of team working and ability to work within a team Analytical and Judgement Skills Essential Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise and evaluate patient care Ability to identify own learning needs Demonstrate an understanding of the deputy sister/charge nurse role Able to respond to problem situations and to ensure that effective interventions are put in place Desirable Demonstrate a knowledge of current issues related to the NHS policies Evidence of data collection and analysis Planning and Organisation Skills Essential Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations Able to contribute to the development of implementation and monitoring of local objectives and action plans Desirable Demonstrate leadership skills & ability to effectively lead a team Demonstrate an ability to prioritise workload of self and others Demonstrate an ability to supervise and support others Demonstrate effective time management skills Demonstrate effective resource management Physical Skills Essential Physically able to perform the full range of nursing duties Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation Competent and capable of using medical equipment Able to undertake patient manual handling manoeuvres and non-patient manual handling manoeuvres Desirable Evidence of moving and handling training Other requirements specific to the role (eg be able to drive or work shifts) Essential Flexible and adaptable Enhanced CRB clearance Caring Enthusiastic and well-motivated Confidence Recruitment and selection of staff Desirable Successful implementation and management of a nursing change process Evidence of formal teaching experience Experience of leading a team Attendance at conferences/study days Understanding of the role of advocacy Person Specification Training and Qualifications Essential Behaviours Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards Current level one NMC registration Relevant post-basic study e.g. specialist pathway Have a suitable Teaching & Assessing Qualification Possession of a Mentoring Course Desirable Diploma or degree in health/nursing related Studies Continuing professional development/ reflective profile in a relevant speciality such as rehabilitation, MSK, major trauma, neurology, neurosurgery, critical care Completion of all local competency packages. Formal leadership and management training Completion of all local competency packages. Formal leadership and management training Experience Essential Experience at band 5 in an acute hospital environment Supervision of non-registered staff, pre-registration and post basic students Evidence of ability to mentor Ability to manage the clinical area or ward efficiently and effectively Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relative/carers and staff. Clinically competent in specialist area and able to demonstrate evidence of sound clinical practice Knowledge of management processes to be able to provide 1st line management Experience of delegating to and supervising other members of the team Able support clinical education about theory and practice to individuals, team and the wider MDT (including students) Knowledge of current best practice within a clinical specialty IT and computer skills and have the ability to learn how to use specific software Able to provide utilise the available evidence base current in practice and implement changes Experience in training/supervising students in own profession Desirable Recent or current experience within the specialty basic students Evidence of ability to mentor Ability to manage the clinical area or ward efficiently and effectively Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relative/carers and staff. Clinically competent in specialist area and able to demonstrate evidence of sound clinical practice Knowledge of management processes to be able to provide 1st line management Experience of delegating to and supervising other members of the team Able support clinical education about theory and practice to individuals, team and the wider MDT (including students) Knowledge of current best practice within a clinical specialty IT and computer skills and have the ability to learn how to use specific software Able to provide utilise the available evidence base current in practice and implement changes Experience in training/supervising students in own profession Recent or current experience within the specialty Demonstrate an involvement in link nurse, or project work Audit or research within the clinical area Providing staff with feedback on their individual performance and use of the knowledge and skills framework Evidence of experience taking charge of a team / shift Communication and Relationship Skills Essential Physically able to perform the full range of nursing duties Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents Demonstrate basic IT skills Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to appropriate staff Can minimise interpersonal conflict and barriers to communication Desirable Evidence of negotiation and influencing skills Demonstrate evidence of providing formal teaching sessions Demonstration of team working and ability to work within a team Analytical and Judgement Skills Essential Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise and evaluate patient care Ability to identify own learning needs Demonstrate an understanding of the deputy sister/charge nurse role Able to respond to problem situations and to ensure that effective interventions are put in place Desirable Demonstrate a knowledge of current issues related to the NHS policies Evidence of data collection and analysis Planning and Organisation Skills Essential Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations Able to contribute to the development of implementation and monitoring of local objectives and action plans Desirable Demonstrate leadership skills & ability to effectively lead a team Demonstrate an ability to prioritise workload of self and others Demonstrate an ability to supervise and support others Demonstrate effective time management skills Demonstrate effective resource management Physical Skills Essential Physically able to perform the full range of nursing duties Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation Competent and capable of using medical equipment Able to undertake patient manual handling manoeuvres and non-patient manual handling manoeuvres Desirable Evidence of moving and handling training Other requirements specific to the role (eg be able to drive or work shifts) Essential Flexible and adaptable Enhanced CRB clearance Caring Enthusiastic and well-motivated Confidence Recruitment and selection of staff Desirable Successful implementation and management of a nursing change process Evidence of formal teaching experience Experience of leading a team Attendance at conferences/study days Understanding of the role of advocacy 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 Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts Address National Rehabilitation Centre National Rehabilitation Centre Loughborough LE12 5GF Employer's website https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)