Acute Stroke Unit Ward Manager — Inspiring Leader

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a compassionate Band 7 Ward Manager for the Acute Stroke Unit at Kent and Canterbury Hospital. The role combines clinical leadership with strategic governance to deliver safe, effective stroke care on a 24-bed unit in Harbledown.

The post holder will lead a multidisciplinary team, be on duty across at least four shifts weekly, and drive improvements in patient experience, flow, and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with post-registration experience.
• Band 7 level leadership experience preferred.
• Commitment to high-quality care and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Clinical governance

Patient leadership

Job description

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a compassionate Band 7 Ward Manager for the Acute Stroke Unit at Kent and Canterbury Hospital. The role combines clinical leadership with strategic governance to deliver safe, effective stroke care on a 24-bed unit in Harbledown.

The post holder will lead a multidisciplinary team, be on duty across at least four shifts weekly, and drive improvements in patient experience, flow, and outcomes.