Deputy Nursing Manager - Wards

Spire Healthcare Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days' annual leave

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Spire for You discounts

Wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Spire Dunedin Hospital in Reading seeks a Deputy Nursing Manager to lead the Surgical Ward and uphold high standards of patient care across the patient journey.

You will provide visible clinical and managerial leadership, drive teamwork and continuous improvement, and contribute to service development while ensuring governance and safety areembedded in daily practice.

Qualifications

• NMC registration with no restrictions.
• Minimum two years' experience managing a ward.
• Experience in a Surgical Ward environment.
• Minimum five years' nursing in acute setting.
• Experience as Ward Manager or Deputy Ward Manager.
• Proven leadership and people management.
• Strong governance, quality improvement and patient safety knowledge.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• CPD in clinical leadership advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of Surgical Ward.
• Oversee care planning, delivery and evaluation.
• Provide visible clinical and managerial leadership.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment and development.
• Promote clinical excellence and patient safety.
• Governance, audit and regulatory compliance embedded.
• Collaborate with Head of Clinical Services on quality and service development.

Skills

NMC Registered Nurse

Ward leadership

Clinical governance

Patient safety

Communication skills

Job description

Spire Healthcare, Dunedin | Reading |Deputy Nursing Manager | Permanent | Full Time

Spire Dunedin Hospital is looking for a Deputy Nursing Manager to lead our team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established team, providing both clinical and managerial leadership whilst helping to shape the patient experience and support the development of colleagues.

We're looking for a confident and experienced leader who is passionate about delivering high standards of patient care, strengthening team performance and driving continuous improvement.

About the Role

As a Deputy Nursing Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operation of the Surgical Ward, ensuring patients receive outstanding care throughout their hospital journey whilst maintaining high standards of quality, safety and operational performance.

Working closely with nursing colleagues, consultants, senior clinical leaders and the wider multidisciplinary team, you'll oversee the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care whilst ensuring the ward runs safely, efficiently and effectively.

You’ll be responsible for creating an environment where patient safety, quality and continuous improvement remain at the forefront of everything the team does. Through visible leadership, coaching and support, you’ll help colleagues develop, build confidence and deliver exceptional patient care.

You’ll also contribute to service development and operational excellence, helping to ensure the Surgical Ward continues to deliver excellent outcomes and experiences for patients.

Why Join Us

Spire Dunedin Hospital is a well-established hospital located in the heart of Reading, with two theatres, 16 inpatient beds, three recovery bays, oncology services and an endoscopy suite.

As a smaller hospital, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and contribute directly to service development and quality improvement initiatives. You’ll build strong working relationships across the organisation and play an important role in shaping patient experience, team development and service delivery.

As a Deputy Nursing Manager, your contribution will be visible. You’ll be trusted to influence team development, service improvements, clinical quality and the patient experience, allowing you to see the direct impact of your leadership across the Surgical Ward.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care within the Surgical Ward.
• Manage the day-to-day operational performance of the ward, ensuring effective and efficient service delivery.
• Provide visible clinical and managerial leadership to the nursing team.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, induction and ongoing development of colleagues.
• Lead, coach and develop the Surgical Ward team, supporting colleagues to grow, succeed and deliver outstanding patient care.
• Promote a culture of clinical excellence, patient safety and continuous improvement.
• Manage patient feedback and complaints effectively, using learning to enhance the patient experience.
• Ensure governance, audit, risk management and regulatory requirements are embedded within daily practice.
• Work closely with the Head of Clinical Services to drive quality, performance and service development.

Who we're looking for:

• NMC Registered Nurse with no restrictions on practice.
• A minimum of two years' experience managing a ward and leading a clinical team is essential.
• Previous experience within a Surgical Ward environment is essential.
• Minimum of five years' nursing experience gained within an acute setting.
• Previous experience as a Ward Manager, Deputy Ward Manager, Sister or Charge Nurse.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, develop and performance-manage clinical teams.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and patient experience.
• Clinical leadership training or management-related CPD would be advantageous.

Contract:

Permanent

Days/Hours:

Full Time | 37.5 hours per week | Monday - Sunday, variable shifts

Benefits:

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, both inside and outside of work. This includes:

• 35 days' annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to private healthcare and health insurance options, giving you reassurance and faster access to care
• Gym and wellbeing benefits, supporting your physical and mental wellbeing
• A supportive team within a leading independent healthcare provider, where you'll feel valued and part of something meaningful
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options, supporting your future
• 'Spire for You' reward platform, offering discounts and cashback from over 1,000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening, helping you stay on top of your health

We commit to our employees' wellbeing through work-life balance, ongoing development, support and reward.

Contact Information

For further information about this role please contact Alison Roberts on