Matron - Trauma and Orthopaedics | Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 29 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £63,665 - £70,887 per annum inc HCAS (pro-rata) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 May 2026 |
| Location: | Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7QB |
| Company: | Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7958415/396-7958415-PB-TA |
Summary
• We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Matron to take on a key leadership role within our division, following the retirement of our current Matron.
• As a key member of the nursing leadership team, you will be passionate about providing the best possible patient care across all areas of the division.
• Responsible for ensuring that our patients and our staff are at the centre of everything we do; you will thrive in a multidisciplinary team environment, and committed to the delivery of high quality, safe care supporting excellent outcomes.
• We are looking for someone with the drive and determination to enable transformational and sustainable improvements in patient care and safety.
• As an experienced senior nurse, you will have knowledge of workforce management and governance. Ideally , you will have a background in the specialty.
• The successful candidate will have access to development opportunities to progress in their role and future aspirations.
• The post holder will provide Clinical Leadership to the clinical teams within the Trauma and Orthopedics and Rheumatology service line.
• They will support the overall day-to-day functioning of the inpatient and outpatient clinical areas , ensuring that the highest quality of patient centred care is delivered by the appropriately skilled nursing workforce and through effective leadership, setting, monitoring and maintenance of professional standards and collaborative working.
• They will be pivotal in the management of complaints and leading the nursing contribution to Clinical Governance, monitoring clinical and environmental standards and act as a source to continuously improve these.
• The Matron will contribute to the strengthened role of their clinical areas supporting the development of effective clinical leaders at all levels, ensuring that leadership and clinical practice functions are carried out effectively and making best use of available resources.
• They will act as a role model and work within legislation and Trust procedures monitoring and maintaining professional standards.
• The Matron will be visible and accessible in order to provide assistance and advice to the workforce, patients and carers, playing a key proactive role in quality and safety improvement.
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development with a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly "shoutouts" and patient feedback, monthly and staff awards.
Our Trust values
These words are important reminders, but it's our behaviours that tell people who we are. We expect all colleagues to bring values to life in their work.
• Compassionate
• Inclusive
• Collaborative
• Inspiring
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
This advert closes on Wednesday 13 May 2026
• As a key member of the nursing leadership team, you will be passionate about providing the best possible patient care across all areas of the division.
• Responsible for ensuring that our patients and our staff are at the centre of everything we do; you will thrive in a multidisciplinary team environment, and committed to the delivery of high quality, safe care supporting excellent outcomes.
• We are looking for someone with the drive and determination to enable transformational and sustainable improvements in patient care and safety.
• As an experienced senior nurse, you will have knowledge of workforce management and governance. Ideally , you will have a background in the specialty.
• The successful candidate will have access to development opportunities to progress in their role and future aspirations.
• The post holder will provide Clinical Leadership to the clinical teams within the Trauma and Orthopedics and Rheumatology service line.
• They will support the overall day-to-day functioning of the inpatient and outpatient clinical areas , ensuring that the highest quality of patient centred care is delivered by the appropriately skilled nursing workforce and through effective leadership, setting, monitoring and maintenance of professional standards and collaborative working.
• They will be pivotal in the management of complaints and leading the nursing contribution to Clinical Governance, monitoring clinical and environmental standards and act as a source to continuously improve these.
• The Matron will contribute to the strengthened role of their clinical areas supporting the development of effective clinical leaders at all levels, ensuring that leadership and clinical practice functions are carried out effectively and making best use of available resources.
• They will act as a role model and work within legislation and Trust procedures monitoring and maintaining professional standards.
• The Matron will be visible and accessible in order to provide assistance and advice to the workforce, patients and carers, playing a key proactive role in quality and safety improvement.
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development with a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly "shoutouts" and patient feedback, monthly and staff awards.
Our Trust values
These words are important reminders, but it's our behaviours that tell people who we are. We expect all colleagues to bring values to life in their work.
• Compassionate
• Inclusive
• Collaborative
• Inspiring
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
This advert closes on Wednesday 13 May 2026