Acute Ward Deputy Manager – Clinical Leadership

Priory Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity pay

Birthday holiday

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Development opportunities

Private healthcare

Gym membership

Job summary

Priory Hospital Bristol is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager with active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council to join our Female Acute unit. This full-time role is based at Priory Hospital Bristol and offers 37.5 hours per week.

You will provide clinical leadership, supervise staff, and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. You’ll deputise for the Ward Manager, lead shifts, support recruitment, and ensure governance and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Post-registration nursing experience in a clinical specialty.
• Experience in an acute setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and staff development.
• Lead shifts as Named Nurse/Associate Nurse and deputise for Ward Manager.
• Ensure safe staffing, governance, and risk management.

Skills

Post-registration experience

Acute setting experience

Job description

Priory Hospital Bristol is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager with active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council to join our Female Acute unit. This full-time role is based at Priory Hospital Bristol and offers 37.5 hours per week.

You will provide clinical leadership, supervise staff, and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. You’ll deputise for the Ward Manager, lead shifts, support recruitment, and ensure governance and quality standards are met.