Salary: £48,000 to £55,000/year + NHS benefits + leadership training
About the Hospital:
This NHS Trust Hospital in North London is undergoing transformation with new leadership and a strong focus on patient safety, staff wellbeing, and innovation. The Head Nurse will lead a 25-bed adult medical/surgical ward, driving improvements in care quality, patient flow, and staff development.
Your Missions:
Lead and manage the ward team (nurses, HCAs, students)
Ensure safe staffing, supervision, and mentoring
Oversee audits, risk assessments, and clinical governance
Collaborate with senior management on service development
Handle complaints, incidents, and appraisals professionally
What We Offer:
NHS Band 7 salary + London weighting
NHS pension, annual leave, and full benefits
Matron support + ward leadership academy
Career development into Matron or Practice Development Nurse roles
Mental health and wellbeing resources
Profile Required:
NMC Registered Nurse
Previous ward leadership or Deputy Sister experience
Strong knowledge of NHS standards and clinical governance
Only successful applicants will be contacted within 72 hours.