Matron Ophthalmology

Matron for Ophthalmology

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

The closing date is 02 February 2026

The Matron will be a highly visible, accessible and authoritative presence in clinical areas to which patients, their families and others can turn for leadership, assistance, advice and support. The postholder will be part of the Divisional Nursing Leadership team with specific responsibility for a designated area/group of departments.

Inclusive leadership, professional standards and accountability.

Governance, patient safety and quality.

Workforce planning and resource management.

Patient experience and reducing health inequalities.

Performance and operational oversight.

Digital and information technology.

Education, training and development.

Research and development.

Collaborative working and clinical effectiveness.

Service improvement and transformation.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route; sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25,000), and any role‑specific criteria.

Uphold and display the Trust values of Commitment, Care & Quality.

Demonstrate compassionate, inclusive, visible and authoritative leadership to Ward/Department Managers to ensure high quality patient‑centred clinical care is delivered.

Working for our organisation At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level
3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

• Ophthalmology experience
• Significant post‑registration clinical experience
• Strong leadership and decision‑making skills
• Masters level qualification or equivalent professional knowledge acquired through degree/diploma supplemented by specialist training or equivalent experience to master's level
• Certificate in Teaching and Assessing Clinical Practice (or equivalent) Mentorship
• Evidence of excellent appraisal skills
• Experience in an outpatient/Department setting
• Experience managing staffing, budgets, or resources
• Experience in service improvement and quality assurance
• Evidence of ongoing professional development at Masters level

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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.

This role is offered on a basis of equal opportunity; all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, with no discrimination on the basis of age, colour, disability, family or medical or religious or philosophical beliefs, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation, marital or cohabiting status, race, national or ethnic origin, parenthood, pregnancy or maternity status.