Clinical Matron - NNU & Transitional Care

Exciting Opportunity – Clinical Matron Senior Neonatal Nurse (Matron Level)
Band 8a - From £53,755 to £60,504 (doe)
Location: Cornwall - This is a full time posts, working 37.5 hours per week
Sector: NHS – Neonatal Unit & Transitional Care
Agency: Austin Dean Recruitment – Leaders in Healthcare Talent
We are currently looking to recruit to our clients existing NNU team and this is an exciting opportunity for a qualified and ambitious neonatal nurse to become an active part in their strong and experienced multi disciplinary team. This is a key role to help them develop services for the future and they are looking for individuals who
are keen to work as part of our Senior Nursing Team to expand and develop the Neonatal Unit and Transitional Care
We’re recruiting on behalf of one of the UK’s most beautiful coastal NHS Trusts and they’re on the lookout for a dynamic Clinical Matron to help shape the future of neonatal care.
The Role
Join a high-performing multidisciplinary team where you’ll lead on quality, safety, and patient experience across Neonatal Inpatient & Outpatient departments, Neonatal Outreach, and Transitional Care. This is not just a clinical role it’s a chance to influence strategy, mentor teams, and drive real innovation in neonatal services.
You'll work directly with senior leadership, contribute to the Quality Improvement Plan, and ensure excellence in care delivery, education, and staff development. With the opportunity to shape services in an award-winning Trust, your impact will be far-reaching.
What You’ll Do
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Provide visible, proactive leadership across neonatal and transitional care
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Be a champion of safety, quality, and continuous improvement
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Collaborate with senior stakeholders to shape future services
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Promote professional development, training access, and CPD opportunities
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Be at the forefront of service delivery, innovation, and research
Why Work With Austin Dean Recruitment?
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🏆 Over 10 years' experience in healthcare recruitment
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📈 Access to exclusive NHS vacancies
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💼 Weekly payroll & multiple payment options
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💬 Dedicated consultant support 24/7
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🌍 Ethical International Recruitment Certified
Requirements
* Registered Healthcare Professional either NMC or HCPC registration
* Post registration courses / equivalent level of experience in Neonates
* Degree or relevant experience
* Evidence of experience within operational management in an acute hospital setting in a senior nurse role
* Experience of working within NNU environment or similar acute area
* Clinically credible role model in the NNU environment through demonstrable leadership skill and experience
* Track record of effectively handling competing priorities, meeting challenging deadlines and delivering under pressure.
* Effective managerial, leadership and organisational skills
* Able to act as a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate a credible, professional approach and manner at all times
About the Trust
Based in stunning Cornwall, the NHS Trust is a teaching hospital partnered with the University of Exeter and the University of Plymouth. With cutting edge facilities and a population that doubles in peak season, the challenges are real and so are the rewards.
We are very interested in hearing from you if you would like to join our team, we are looking for applicants who are forward thinking and innovative, can demonstrate a proven track record in supporting change and service improvement, are flexible and adaptable with excellent communication and organisational skills but most importantly, have unlimited enthusiasm.
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