Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for aRecovery Team Leader within the James Paget University Hospitals Theatre Department. This role involves providing strong leadership and support in collaboration with the Theatre Manager within the Post-Operative Care Unit. As the post holder, you will have oversight and responsibility for your designated recovery team, working alongside an established and experienced Band 6 leadership group. Our department comprises 15 theatres, including dedicated eye and elective orthopaedic units, delivering both planned and emergency surgical services. If you are a caring, compassionate, and resilient individual who thrives under pressure and is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will demonstrate confidence, competence, and professionalism while leading by example and empowering others. Key responsibilities include effective management of material resources and planning duty rosters that balance service needs with staff wellbeing. The role involves guiding colleagues in cost-effective working practices, driving evidence-based changes in clinical practice, and sharing learning gained from courses or study days. You will perform extended clinical duties following appropriate training such as venepuncture, cannulation, and ECGs. Strong communication within multidisciplinary teams, the ability to manage conflict and performance issues, and the delivery of meaningful appraisals for junior staff are essential. You will foster a supportive learning environment for staff and students, act as a patient advocate, and contribute as an effective link practitioner when required. Adherence to Trust and departmental policies, along with consistent promotion of patient dignity, safety, and high professional standards, is integral to this position.

About us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.

Job responsibilities
The detailed roles and responsibilities for this position are fully outlined in the accompanying Person Specification and Job Description. Candidates are encouraged to review this document carefully, as it provides a comprehensive overview of the key duties, required competencies, and expectations essential for success in the role. The Person Specification serves as a clear guide to the scope of practice, professional standards, and contribution the postholder will make within the team.

Qualifications
Essential

• Nurse or ODP registered practitioner
• mentorship qualification

Desirable

• management and leadership qualification

Knowledge and experience
Essential

• post registration experience
• management experience or experience leading a team

Skills
Essential

• evidence of a broad knowledge base
• ability to demonstrate evidence of applying theory to practice
• ability to lead and work effectively within a team
• good interpersonal skills
• accurate documentation and attention to detail
• basic IT skills

Desirable

• broad range of expanded roles
• quality improvement implementation or experience

This 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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.