Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Deputy Director of Nursing Manchester Local Care Organisation MFT
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Deputy Director of Nursing/AHP at Band 9
Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? This role offers a unique opportunity to operate at Band 9 as a Deputy Director of Nursing/AHP within the Local Care Organisation and University Dental Hospital Manchester clinical group at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). Working across the clinical group, you will play a central role in shaping strategic nursing and AHP leadership, strengthening clinical quality, and driving continuous improvement across a diverse specialist portfolio.
We welcome applications from experienced senior leaders currently working at Band 8d who are ready to progress to Band 9. This pivotal role requires a dynamic, compassionate and forward-thinking leader who can influence across complex systems, support the ‘One MFT’ approach, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective care. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will work closely with medical, operational and corporate colleagues to deliver excellence, champion innovation and support the long-term development of the workforce.
If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and make a significant impact across the Local Care Organisation and University Dental Hospital Manchester clinical group, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please request a candidate information pack from Olivia.Cave@mft.nhs.uk.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership and Development: Demonstrating inclusive, compassionate leadership with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams, you will provide visible, professional and strategic leadership across a multi-professional workforce, ensuring high standards of care and clinical practice.
- Quality and Compliance: With a proven track record of delivering high standards of governance, safety, quality and service improvement, you will lead on quality, compliance, safety and patient experience, embedding robust governance and assurance processes across all services.
- Collaboration and Integration: Working collaboratively with senior medical, operational and corporate colleagues, you will support the ‘One MFT’ leadership approach to deliver shared priorities and strengthen integrated clinical leadership.
- Decision-Making and Oversight: Acting as a trusted deputy and key decision-maker for the Clinical Group Director of Nursing, you will provide leadership, oversight and professional advice in their absence.
- Continuous Improvement: You will drive continuous improvement and support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care and champion research, innovation, digital transformation and evidence-based practice.
- Workforce Development: Alongside contributing to system-level priorities and helping shape the future of nursing and AHP leadership across the Clinical Group, you will be leading and support workforce development, nurturing strong professional standards, enable effective education and a positive staff experience across all services.
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About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT)
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
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Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Contact Information
For further details or informal visits, contact:
- Name: Drew Hilditch-Roberts
- Job Title: Director Nursing AHPs and Professional Lead
- Email Address: a.hilditch-roberts@mft.nhs.uk
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