About this role
Job summary
Ward A9L are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic Band 6 Deputy Leader to join our dynamic and friendly team.
Ward A9L is part of the Older Persons Continuing Care (OPCC) pathway as part of Older Persons Services (OPS). We aim to provide the highest standard of care. We work closely as an MDT with Therapists, Doctors, Nursing staff and Pharmacy. We try to involve patients and their relatives in their care as much as possible.
There are opportunities to develop your confidence and your clinical skills in a supportive environment, to building and extend your existing managerial and clinical knowledge.
The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Poole Hospital NHS Foundation Trust have now merged into the University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.
Please prepare a 10-minute presentation on -" How would you prevent a patient being in hospital for too long?"
Interview date: 6th July 2026
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination of flow, patient safety and staff on the ward.
You will be able to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and skills including being proficient in extended clinical roles expected in the care of the acute patient. As the Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse it is expected you can make justified decisions in the absence of the Sister, and partake in holding the medical bleep, including bed meetings and safe staffing.
You will need to be able to work well under pressure and build strong and effective communication links with the Clinical Site Team, Emergency Department, Management and the Multi-Disciplinary Teams, including the management and escalation of the "Stranded Patient".
You will organise and be responsible for staff appraisal, training, support and development for staff on the ward.
Additionally, you will be responsible for addressing and resolving complaints, sickness management and adverse incidents.
About us
UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.
If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.
UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.
AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.
Job description Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NMC Registered Nursing
Desirable
1st level degree or working towards
Technical Skills Competencies Essential
Planning and prioritisation skills Computer literacy
Desirable
Venepuncture and Cannulation Male catheterisation ILS
Experience Essential
Older person experience
Desirable
Demonstrable Experience in BIPAP, CPAP and Nasal High Flow
Knowledge Essential
Demonstrate knowledge of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness Ability to demonstrate fundamental nursing knowledge and practical skills
Desirable
LERN/RCA training and proficiency Knowledge of sickness management and appraisal process Knowledge of budget management
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 University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)