Job Description

The Matron will be a highly visible, accessible and authoritative presence in clinical areas to which patients, their families and others can turn for leadership, assistance, advice and support. The postholder will be part of the Divisional Nursing Leadership team with specific responsibility for a designated area/group of departments.

The Matron's role will focus on:

Inclusive leadership, professional standards and accountability. Governance, patient safety and quality. Workforce planning and resource management. Patient experience and reducing health inequalities. Performance and operational oversight. Digital and information technology. Education, training and development. Research and development. Collaborative working and clinical effectiveness. Service improvement and transformation.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (25000), and any role-specific criteria.



Uphold and display the Trust values of Commitment, Care & Quality Demonstrate compassionate, inclusive, visible and authoritative leadership to Ward/Department Managers in order to ensure high quality patient centred clinical care is delivered.

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.



Candidate Pack



The Matron will be a highly visible, accessible and authoritative presence in clinical areas to which patients, their families and others can turn for leadership, assistance, advice and support. The postholder will be part of the Divisional Nursing Leadership team with specific responsibility for a designated area/group of departments.

The Matron's role will focus on:

Inclusive leadership, professional standards and accountability. Governance, patient safety and quality. Workforce planning and resource management. Patient experience and reducing health inequalities. Performance and operational oversight. Digital and information technology. Education, training and development. Research and development. Collaborative working and clinical effectiveness. * Service improvement and transformation.