Interim Deputy Director of Nursing and Midwifery

This post is a limited term appointment for 9 months.

About the role

Are you ready to shape the future of nursing leadership on the Isle of Man?

As the Interim Deputy Director of Nursing and Midwifery, you play a key role in developing a culture of patient safety, continuous improvement, innovation, professional excellence, and connected care across the Island.

In this critical leadership role, you will work alongside the Executive Director of Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions to strengthen clinical leadership and support the delivery of the Nursing and Midwifery Workforce Plan; your experience working with strategic partners on policy, strategy, and healthcare inspection will be essential as you help shape future-facing care pathways and influence decision-making at the highest level.

You will lead with clarity, vision and empathy, offering direction and support to nurses, midwives, and other professionals and driving service transformation to ensure that care delivery remains aligned with the long-term priorities and vision of Manx Care.

If you’re motivated to make a meaning impact, this is your opportunity to help guide the future of nursing on the Isle of Man.

A workplace that invests in you

✔ Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

✔ A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

✔ Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

✔ You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.

✔ Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

✔ Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.

✔ Free on-site car parking.

✔ Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

✔ Take advantage of the excellent opportunities we provide for your professional development, including the many courses we fund including those up to Masters Level.

✔ Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

✔ Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

Things to note

An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.

Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.

Ready to apply?

We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at Jane.Ryan@gov.im.

To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying.

Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.