Job summary
- Main area
- OMFS
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (per annum)
- Job ref
- 279-8029189-JUL26
- Employer
- University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- St Richards Hospital
- Town
- Chichester
- Salary
- £39,959 - £48,117 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 20/07/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Band 6 Nursing Lead
Band 6
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form: https://apps.trac.jobs/accessibility?_ts=1
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
This role involves providing strong clinical leadership and acting as a role model to support and supervise nursing staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centred care within a head and neck outpatient setting cross site. The post holder will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to service improvement, and ensure compliance with safeguarding, risk management, and clinical governance standards. Responsibilities include line management, staff development, training, and fostering a positive learning environment. The role also includes delivering and supporting nurse-led dressing clinics for post-operative skin cancer patients, providing specialist care, wound management, and patient education. Additionally, the post holder will support patients throughout their treatment pathway, assist in procedures and clinics, provide emotional support to patients and families, and ensure safe, efficient service delivery aligned with Trust policies and national standards
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
Main duties of the job
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In conjunction with the Matron and working alongside the Dental Nurse Team Lead, facilitate the running of the maxillofacial outpatient’s department including the management of the team, which include Registered Nurses, Specialist Dental Nurses, Dental Nurses and Health Care Assistants.
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To provide care and expert clinical skills in the nurse-led dressing clinics for post operative patients
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To ensure the department provides a safe and clean environment for patients to be seen in. Oversee training for all staff. Work alongside members of the MDT in clinic.
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Provide a patient-centred nursing service in the outpatient environment aiming to achieve the highest possible standards of care delivery, in accordance with the Trust’s Strategy for Nursing and Midwifery.
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Responsible for the operational line management of the nursing team. Deputise for the Oral and Maxillofacial Department (OMFS) in the absence of the Matron.
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Develop the service within a collaborative framework.
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Promote best clinical and professional practice within the standards of the NMC. Ensure smart and efficient use of resources.
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Create and maintain an environment which facilitates learning, practice development and research
Fully participate in the promotion of health and education for patients and their families
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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In conjunction with the Matron and working alongside the Dental Nurse Team Lead, facilitate the running of the maxillofacial outpatient’s department including the management of the team, which include Registered Nurses, Specialist Dental Nurses, Dental Nurses and Health Care Assistants.
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To provide care and expert clinical skills in the nurse-led dressing clinics for post operative patients
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To ensure the department provides a safe and clean environment for patients to be seen in. Oversee training for all staff. Work alongside members of the MDT in clinic.
-
Provide a patient-centred nursing service in the outpatient environment aiming to achieve the highest possible standards of care delivery, in accordance with the Trust’s Strategy for Nursing and Midwifery.
-
Responsible for the operational line management of the nursing team. Deputise for the Oral and Maxillofacial Department (OMFS) in the absence of the Matron.
-
Develop the service within a collaborative framework.
-
Promote best clinical and professional practice within the standards of the NMC. Ensure smart and efficient use of resources.
-
Create and maintain an environment which facilitates learning, practice development and research
Fully participate in the promotion of health and education for patients and their families
Person specification
Application form and interview
Essential criteria
- Experience of carrying out wound care
- Evidence of professional development since qualification
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Evidence of supporting a team
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles
- Ability to formulate a plan of care
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in an outpatient setting.
- Experience with OMFS patients
- Nurse led dressing experience
- Wound care courses
- Experience of leading a team and development
- Experience of supporting staff with professional development and mandatory training
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Laura Charles
- Job title
- Matron - POA & Specialist Surgery
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07554 439047
- Additional information
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07554439047
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