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Wye Valley NHS Trust is looking for high quality, committed registered Nurses and Health Care Support Workers. If you are looking for flexible work to fit around your commitments our Nurse Bank could be just what you are looking for. We can offer regular work or occasional shifts to fit around your lifestyle. Whatever your availability we value your skills and experience and can provide you with a fantastic opportunity to work with us in a way that suits your lifestyle. What can we offer you? A fully paid Trust Induction if you need one Access to full training Flexible…

Annual General Meeting 25 September 2025  Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual General Meeting, on Thursday 25 September, which was streamed live via YouTube. At the meeting, the Trust Board presented an overview of the performance during the last twelve months, and our future plans and priorities.  Members of staff delivered presentations including improving theatre productivity, delivering more care in the community, and We Share We Learn Poster competition winner 2024. The meeting finished with a big thank you to our amazing staff, volunteers and partner organisations, presentation of the Chairman’s Award, and a farewell and thank you to…

Congratulations on the birth of your baby This section describes what to expect in terms of care of you and your baby from the moment baby is born up until you are discharged from your Midwife to your Health Visitor.  

Our duties The Trust is committed to the development of an organisational culture that promotes equality and celebrates diversity. As a public sector organisation we have a legal obligation under the Equality Act 2010 to promote equality for nine protected characteristics: Age Disability Gender reassignment Pregnancy and maternity Race including nationality and ethnicity Religion or belief (includes no belief) Sex Sexual orientation Marriage and civil partnership Public Sector Equality Duty The Public Sector Equality Duty was created by the Equality Act and has two parts; the general duty and the specific duty. The general equality requires us to have regard…

Russell Hardy MBE, chair Russell Hardy MBE became chair of Wye Valley NHS Trust in November 2016. He is also the Chair of South Warwickshire NHS FT’s Board and Council of Governors, having taken on the roles in 2015. Russell has a wealth of experience from working in both NHS trusts and private companies, with a firm understanding of working in large organisations and overseeing strategic developments. Russell also chairs the Remuneration and terms of service committee. Glen Burley, chief executive for the Foundation Group In April 2025, Glen's role changed to chief executive for the Foundation Group.  Prior to…

From the moment your baby is born and takes their first breath, there is lots of information that is useful to know in order to help you to optimise those first few hours in terms of their health and bonding with your baby. This section will cover the care options that will be offered and the reasons why, so that you can make informed decisions. It also explains what happens if your baby needs additional care and  the reasons for this.

Trust Board Statement: Counter fraud and bribery Fraud and bribery in the NHS costs the taxpayer millions of pounds every year. We are accountable to the public for the provision of services in an open and honest manner and any failure to do so brings the service into disrepute and threatens the respect afforded to the whole organisation. The Trust is committed to applying the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity and every employee and individual acting on the Trust’s behalf is responsible for maintaining the organisation’s reputation and for conducting Trust business honesty and professionally.  Fraud The Trust…

Victoria Eye Unit at The County Hospital The Victoria Eye Unit offers a wide range of ophthalmic services, covering all areas of general ophthalmology, including cataract surgery. Specialist Clinics We provide specialised clinics for: Glaucoma Retinal and Macular Disorders (including Vitreoretinal surgery) Squint (in both adults and children) Paediatric Ophthalmology Thyroid Eye Disease Eyelid Disorders Inflammatory eye disease Cornea and external disease The department is equipped with state-of-the-art digital photographic and laser imaging equipment, all connected throughout the hospital. Eye Unit – Emergencies If you have an urgent eye problem, follow the guidance below: Call an Optometrist from the lists below,…