Neonatal Operational Matron | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 23 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £55,690 to £62,682 per annum, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 22 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Cwmni: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7699672/188-SNM171225 |
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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role
Southampton Neonatal Services are seeking an experienced and dynamic neonatal nursing leader to join our senior leadership team as Operational Matron. Due to the ongoing expansion of our regional Level 3 service, this is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader to shape and develop neonatal services at both a local and regional level.
The Operational Matron will provide visible, professional leadership across the service, leading teams to deliver high-quality, safe and effective family-centred care, promoting patient flow, and supporting the workforce to foster a positive, inclusive and compassionate culture.
Southampton Neonatal Services encompass a wide range of specialist services, including Neonatal Intensive Care, Special Care, Transitional Care, Home Outreach, Neonatal Transport (SONeT) and the Milk Bank. The post holder will use their expert clinical knowledge, leadership skills and influence to drive operational development and service improvement across these areas, ensuring care is responsive, efficient and aligned with national standards.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Working in close partnership with the Lead Matron, Consultant Neonatologists, Senior Nursing Team and Care Group Management Team, the Operational Matron will play a key role in workforce planning, quality improvement, risk management and performance delivery. You will act as a professional role model, supporting staff development, wellbeing and retention, while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety, experience and outcomes.
This role is ideal for an experienced neonatal nurse leader with a passion for service development, collaborative working and delivering excellence in neonatal care within a complex and evolving healthcare environment
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
This advert closes on Tuesday 6 Jan 2026