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An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within Trauma and Orthopaedics leading a 34 bedded ward. This is a demanding ward with no day ever the same.You will be expected to lead, guide and support a large team of dedicated staff to ensure high quality care is provided to a diverse group of patients.Ward 6 is a challenging ward caring for emergency patients who are admitted under trauma & orthopaedics, experience in Orthopaedics and Spinal care would be deemed highly desirable.We work closely with members of the MDT team to support our complex patients. Good communication is imperative.We are looking for an experienced strong leader to guide the ward at a time of change whilst facing the difficult challenges within the NHS.Main duties of the jobMain duties of the job include but are not limited to;Attendance managementRecruitmentQuality Improvement initiativesLeadershipVisible presenceEducationAssess basic and specialist care needs of patientsResponding to complaintsImproving compliance and patient outcomesSupporting patient flowManaging challenging situationsAbout usWe want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.Job detailsDate posted: 02 October 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for changeBand: Band 7Salary: 47,810 to 54,710 a year per annumContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full-timeReference number: 177-ELEC-7341335-AJob locations: Ward 6, James Paget University Hospital Trust, Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, NR31 6LAPerson SpecificationEssentialExperience of leading a teamEvidence of degreeAt least 2 years experience at Band 6Orthopaedic experienceExperience in change managementDesirableLeadership qualificationSpinal experienceExperience of implementing QI projectsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. #J-18808-Ljbffr