OverviewLiverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group aims to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG employs over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities across Merseyside. The role: Divisional Director of Nursing.The closing date is 19 October 2025We are looking for a passionate, positive, experienced leader who demonstrates our vision & values. The postholder will be an integral member of the Divisional Senior Management Team and will be responsible for the delivery of the Division's nursing strategy in conjunction with the Trust's overall strategy and Improvement plan. They will be an experienced and visionary individual who will lead our clinical services ensuring the delivery of exceptional care to patients and staff.The Divisional Director of Nursing (DDN) will work with the Divisional Medical Director and Divisional Director of Operations to drive operational performance and planning within the Division. The DDN is responsible and accountable for providing comprehensive and robust professional leadership, guidance, advice, support and direction to the nursing and allied health professions across the Division, ensuring patients are managed and cared for efficiently and effectively. The post holder will work closely with other Divisions, Executive/Corporate Directors and external partners to achieve Trust objectives and contribute to the provision of health services across the local economy. The post holder reports directly to the Director of Nursing of the Aintree site, which is part of the University Hospitals of Liverpool Group structure.Main duties of the jobThe Medicine division has recently received its CQC inspection rating for Emergency care as GOOD, a fantastic achievement from an earlier rating. The DDN is expected to work in accordance with the objectives agreed with the Director of Nursing, the Divisional Medical Director and the Director of Nursing to support operational performance. The DDN will provide a highly visible, accessible and authoritative presence to support the delivery of the Trust's overall objectives and service priorities. Specifically, the DDN is accountable for:The leadership and line management of the Division's senior nursing staff, including recruitment, selection, supervision, direction, performance management and appraisal/CPD.Managing the budgets for all nursing pay spend (including bank and agency staff costs) and controls, and clinical non-pay.Providing comprehensive leadership to support the progression, development, and positive reputation of the nursing profession.Active development and improvement of professional and corporate standards, policies and procedures.Active support and leadership as a senior officer of the Trust in relation to the overall business of the organisation.Delivery of the Division's nursing strategy in conjunction with the Trust's overall strategy.About usLiverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was formed to improve care for our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues. We serve 630,000 people across Merseyside as their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital hosts elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, along with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women’s Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies each year. Royal Liverpool University Hospital focuses on complex planned care and specialist services with 100% single bedrooms. For roles at Liverpool Women’s, visit their careers page.Job responsibilitiesDetailed job description and main responsibilities are provided in the full Job Description.Person SpecificationQualificationsFirst level registration NMC/Registered AHP HCPCDegree level qualification or equivalent in relevant disciplineEvidence of education to Master's level or equivalent experienceSignificant evidence of post-registration continued professional developmentEvidence of Leadership developmentPost-graduate/registration Management or Training qualification /equivalentExperienceSignificant management and leadership experience including senior level rolesDemonstrable experience of leading clinical innovation or leading change within clinical practiceExperience in workforce planning, managing resources, budgetary and financial managementExperience in development of Nursing/therapies as professionals in practiceInvolvement in meeting the Trust Quality and Patient Safety objectivesOperational judgement in complex situationsAbility to maintain high standards of care and team management over timeNetworking and cross-boundary collaborationResearch experienceKnowledgeClinical, managerial and leadership credibility and experienceExperience managing complex professional matters/issuesFinancial acumen and business awarenessUnderstanding of diversityAwareness of NHS national and local changes and their impact on nursing servicesKnowledge of the NHS Constitution principlesKnowledge of computerized financial, management, budget and workforce information systemsKnowledge of governance arrangements and standards in the NHS and wider health and social careSkillsAbility to operate effectively at Trust Board levelDemonstrate leadership and management skillsAbility to manage complexity, make difficult decisions and solve problemsAbility to self-start and prioritise workloadsResource management (financial and human)Collaborative and strategic workingSystematic and analytical thinkingExcellent interpersonal and presentation skillsEffective networking and relationshipsStrong problem-solving skillsProficient IT and report writing skillsSkilled negotiatorOtherCommitted to positive leadership and development of nursing, midwifery and allied health professionalsProfessional maturityDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and, as such, it will be necessary to submit a disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr