Senior Sister Neonates

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Site Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust/ Manor Hospital Town Walsall Salary Dependant on experience Closing 15/10/2026 23:59

Walsall Manor Hospital is a busy district general hospital offering compete range of acute services. The Trust primarily serves the immediate population of Walsall with some patients requiring more specialised treatment at other, neighbouring Trusts. The Trust continues to invest in its facilities and services, supporting high-quality care for the communities it serves.

This role offers the opportunity to work within our integrated care model, contributing to high-quality services that help people remain independent in their own homes and communities.

We are committed to investing in our workforce and creating an environment where colleagues can learn, contribute and develop. Our new Urgent Emergency Care Centre, opened in March 2023, demonstrates our ongoing investment in facilities and services.

As an employee, you’ll benefit from an attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package (detailed in Employer Description above), plus access to NHS pension arrangements and staff accommodation where available.

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is proud to be part of the Armed Forces Covenant, currently holding the Bronze Award, underlining our commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Community.

The Neonatal Ward Manager / Senior Sister is expected to provide high-quality, safe and effective care to

Neonates and their families. They will be responsible for managing a team of nurses, overseeing the day-to

Day operations of the neonatal unit and ensure that staff adhere to clinical standards. They will also be

required to participate in the senior sister on call rota for paediatrics and neonates.

The Neonatal Senior Sister will play a crucial role in developing nursing staff, providing education, and

promoting best practice within the unit. Additionally, they are expected to maintain clinical credibility and

visibility, ensuring that clinical skills are maintained. The successful candidate is also expected to be

To be professionally accountable and maintain the standards of professional practice as set by the appropriate regulatory body applicable to your profession or role. In a supervisory role utilise supervision of clinical practice, clinical audit, research, and teaching, to set, monitor and improve standards of care in addition to efficient and effective use of resources.

To be accountable for:

Ensuring safe and effective clinical practice Enhancing the patient’s experience Managing and developing the performance of the team Ensuring effective contribution to the delivery of the organisation’s objectives as well as deputising for Matron.

As the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, we offer a unique opportunity to be part of a Trust making a genuine difference to local health outcomes. The Trust is a busy district general hospital offering compete range of acute services, alongside extensive community services.

A new Urgent Emergency Care Centre was opened in March 2023. The two-storey development has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity and has provided almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.

Our strategy is aligned to delivering exceptional care together while supporting a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We offer clear career development pathways, access to training and education, and opportunities to contribute to service innovation and improvement.

To ensure safe and…