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Gynaecology Unit Manager

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Dartford, DA2 8DA £51,657 – £58,785 a year Permanent Posted 12 September 2026 Apply by 26 September 2026

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Role description

Job summary

Please Note:

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK independently, with a visa or immigration status that allows them to fulfil the full duration and type of contract offered. The Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

The Gynaecology Unit Manager is responsible for providing visible clinical and operational leadership across Gynaecology Outpatients, the Early Pregnancy Unit (EPU) and Gynaecology Assessment Unit (GAU). The post holder will ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe, effective and patient-centred care whilst maintaining clinical standards, service efficiency and compliance with organisational objectives.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will lead and manage the nursing and support workforce, promote professional excellence through practice development, and drive continuous quality improvement through robust clinical governance processes.

They will act as a clinical expert and role model, supporting staff development, service innovation and evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes and experiences.

The post holder will be expected to work autonomously and exercise professional judgement whilst maintaining accountability for operational performance, workforce management, quality, governance and patient safety across Gynaecology Outpatients, EPU and GAU.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Date posted

12 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£51,657 to £58,785 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

252-8130749

Job locations

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to full job description for outline of clinical, managerial and education/development responsibilities of this role.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

NMC Registered Adult Nurse
Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
Mentorship/teaching qualification
Evidence of further study within Gynaecology
Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development

Desirable

CQI Practitioner
Master's Degree or working towards
Professional Nurse Advocate

Knowledge

Essential

Understanding of all national performance standards
Good verbal and written skills, with experience of presenting to teams
Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage priorities
A high level of interpersonal and communication skills.
IT Literate
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Familiar with imaging PACS and CRIS computerised systems
Knowledge of Gynaecology, and procedures carried out in EPU/GAU and Gynaecology Outpatients

Desirable

Knowledge of NHS operating framework
Knowledge of patient pathways and RTT
Experience of budget management

Experience

Essential

Previous experience at Band 6 within Gynaecology
Proven experience of managing a department/ward/unit
Clinical experience within an outpatient setting
Experience of teaching / assessing / supervising junior staff members in a clinical setting

Desirable

PDN experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.