Clinical Matron

Clinical Matron - Band 8A

Truro, Cornwall Salary: £57,528 - £64,750

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Matron to provide strong clinical leadership and operational management across designated services. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior nurse to drive quality, safety, and patient experience while supporting the delivery of high standards of compassionate care.

As a Clinical Matron, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring effective service delivery, workforce management, and continuous improvement across clinical areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide visible, professional leadership to nursing and multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care
• Lead on clinical governance, quality assurance, and patient safety initiatives
• Support performance management, workforce planning, and staff development
• Oversee infection prevention and control standards
• Manage operational issues, including patient flow and service efficiency
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and learning
• Act as a role model for professional practice and organisational values

About You

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Registered Nurse (NMC) qualification
• Significant senior nursing experience, ideally at Band 7 or above
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement, and risk management
• Experience leading teams through change and service development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to delivering outstanding patient care

Desirable:

• Leadership or management qualification
• Experience in service redesign or transformation
• Evidence of continuous professional development

What We Offer

• Competitive salary within Band range £57,528 - £64,750
• Opportunity to lead and influence high-quality care delivery
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities
• Beautiful working location in Cornwall

How to Apply

If you are a passionate senior nurse ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we would love to hear from you.