Job summaryInterview date 21st October 2026Do you want to be part of an innovative and highly motivated senior nursing team making positive changes to patient safety and quality of care?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the CBU1 Matron Team at Barnsley Hospital.
As the Matron you will be focused on patient safety, patient experience and quality assurance frameworks. You must be able to demonstrate a compassionate approach to the care of patients and the public, whilst also possessing the ability to ensure robust clinical operational demands are met.
The post holder will act as the professional Nurse Lead providing clinical advice, leadership development, monitoring and management of all nursing resources to facilitate excellent nursing practice ensuring the delivery of high quality, patient centred care
We are looking for an individual with extensive Band 7 experience. You will be a professional role model, demonstrating flexibility, visibility, and excellent communication skills to patients, families, staff and play a key role in influencing and supporting wider strategic drivers.
CBU1 covers a wide range of clinical areas from the Emergency Department, SDECs and AMU to Medical Wards and Outpatient Areas. The advertised post will cover a patch within the Medical Wards.
Main duties of the jobThe Matron will support the ADON in providing dynamic, professional and operational management and leadership for wards/departments and specialist nurses.
The post holder will facilitate, support and empower wards/departments to manage their areas effectively, supporting the development of their ward staff and their services to ensure appropriate systems and processes are in place to ensure the continuity of safe and effective care at all times.
The post holder will support the delivery of the Trust's overall objectives and service priorities, with a particular focus on nursing practice, patient experience and involvement in the development of services and standards of cleanliness and quality care.
The post holder will be accessible and a visible presence, advising and supporting ward/department, patients and their families to ensure effective patient care across the whole patient pathway.
About usBarnsley is a place of real warmth and community spirit. With a proud industrial past, the town offers affordable living, great transport links, rich culture and many green spaces. Barnsley punches above its weight and has recently seen economic growth, substantial regeneration and digital ambition, whilst leading the way in healthcare innovation and employability.
At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit, ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Our aim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by our people as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such as compassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing.
We offer a friendly working environment where you will be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion and integrity and have your career and wellbeing supported.
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.
For individuals who require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
Please note we reserve the right to close positions early
DetailsDate posted 17 September 2026
Pay scheme Agenda for change
Band Band 8a
Salary £57,528 to £64,750 a year
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number C9163-2580E-09-2026
Job locations Pogmoor Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2EP, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesJob Description for Matron
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential- Extensive experience of working at a senior level of band 7 or above within nursing/midwifery.
- Experience of managing a ward or department.
- Demonstrable experience of leading change & problem solving.
- Experience of standard setting and audit.
- Experience of influencing in clinical practice.
- Experience in undertaking research and/or publication.
Knowledge and AwarenessEssential- Demonstrate specialist knowledge of clinical speciality underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience.
- Current professional and health service priorities.
- Clinical Governance and patient safety agendas.
- Health and Safety.
- Confidentiality.
- Safeguarding knowledge.
QualificationsEssential- 1st Level Registered Nurse or Midwife as appropriate.
- Demonstrate a current in-depth knowledge of the national nursing agenda.
- Teaching qualification or demonstrable evidence of equivalent relevant experience.
- Educated to degree level.
- Educated to masters level or equivalent.
Desirable- Has led or been part of a research project.
- Trained in Root cause analysis.
ValuesEssential- Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important
- Please describe in around 100 words: What motivates you to do a good job?
- Please describe in around 100 words: Describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department.
- Please describe in around 100 words: What do you do to get the best out of people?
Mutually Agreed Resignation Scheme (MARS)Essential- Have you left a previous NHS employer under a Mutually Agreed Resignation Scheme (MARS)? Please confirm Yes or No. If your declaration is Yes, please confirm the employers name and your leaving date. Please note if your application is successful, you will be asked to provide documentary evidence of your MARS agreement to confirm the details and relevant dates.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Pogmoor Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2EP, United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Associate Director of Nursing, Clare Hart, clare.hart9@nhs.net, 01226431777
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants. 
