Nurse Ward Team Manager - Pevensey Unit

Overview

We are a small, friendly team committed to delivering high‑quality patient care and are seeking a Nurse Unit Team Manager for the Outpatient Oncology/Haematology Unit at the Pevensey Day Unit, Eastbourne Hospital.

The unit has 18 treatment chairs/beds for the safe administration of Systemic Anti‑Cancer Treatment (SACT) and supportive therapies.

• Provide strong leadership, demonstrate excellent communication and support staff development with clinical and professional expertise.
• Demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge, participate in research and audit, and work with autonomy.
• Deliver high quality, safe patient care, organising the department, nursing workforce and prioritising patient assessment, care and treatments.
• Ensure optimal quality care and patient experience, facilitating safe and timely procedures, and actively participate in the implementation of local, divisional and trust escalation policies.

• 1st level Registered Nurse with significant Band 6 Team Leader experience.
• Degree (or working towards one) desirable.
• Leadership/management and teaching/mentorship training essential, with an understanding of current professional issues and HR management.
• Oncology/haematology knowledge desirable but can be developed.

Full‑time role (4 shifts, 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri, with occasional Bank Holidays), requiring flexibility.

• Staff development and professional development opportunities.
• Enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto‑enrolment to the Temporary Workforce Service.
• Access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.
• Free psychological support through the confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• On‑site parking from only £50 a year.

We value staff who are excellent, kind, responsible and respectful. East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust offers a supportive environment for professional growth and exceptional care.