Shift Lead, Community ENT Service

The post holder is responsible for the management of the nursing unit/department during the shift, including theorganisation of the nursing unit/department activities and the management of staff and resources. The post holder will support the Lead Nurse and Matron in developing and monitoring services and the quality of care experienced by patients.

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Qualifications and Education

Desirable: - Educated to first degree level or evidence of study at degree level

Communication Skills

Desirable: - Evidence of having implemented team work practices

Knowledge and Training

Experience

Desirable: - Computer literate

Analytical & Judgement Skills

Essential: - Ability to demonstrate negotiating and influencing skills; - Able to cope with some unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances

Planning Skills

Essential: - Good organisational skills; - Ability to organise and prioritise workload; - Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care

Management skills

Essential: - Leadership skills - understanding of theory and practice; - Ability to work within a team and develop others

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust ValuesWeighting (Essential or Desirable):