Matron

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust Matron The closing date is 25 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Matron, Theatres Services - University Hospital Lewisham An Outstanding Leadership Opportunity Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust is seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking Matron for Theatres at University Hospital Lewisham (UHL) to lead our theatre teams and support the ongoing delivery and transformation of perioperative services. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior nurse / ODP leader with a passion for delivering outstanding patient care, leading high-performing teams and driving innovation within a busy and dynamic surgical environment. Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities Provide professional and operational leadership for Theatre Services at University Hospital Lewisham. Promote a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement across all theatre areas. Lead and support service transformation programmes to improve efficiency, productivity and patient outcomes. Ensure compliance with national standards, Trust policies and regulatory requirements. Work collaboratively with Surgical, Anaesthetic, Recovery and Day Surgery teams to deliver seamless perioperative care. Support the effective management of theatre capacity, utilisation and patient flow. Lead on workforce planning, recruitment, retention and staff development initiatives. Oversee clinical governance, incident management, quality assurance and risk management processes. Champion evidence-based practice, innovation and quality improvement methodologies. Foster a positive, inclusive and supportive working environment where staff can thrive. About us Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations: Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widening access (anchor institution) and employability Improving the experience of staff with disability Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Making equalities mainstream Details Date posted 07 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 197-R-LC8799 Job locations Lewisham Hospital Lewisham High Street London SE136LH United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities As Matron, you will provide visible professional leadership across theatre services, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety and patient experience. Working in partnership with clinical, operational and corporate colleagues, you will lead service improvements, support elective recovery ambitions, optimise theatre utilisation and contribute to the development of modern, efficient and patient-focused perioperative pathways. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making, champion excelle