Deputy Ward manager

Bolton Nhs Foundation Trust; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a deputy ward manager for the Children's ward. The successful candidate will assist in operational management and ensure effective service delivery within the nursing team. Responsibilities include conducting appraisals and leading the team in the absence of the ward manager. Ideal candidates should have strong management skills and nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing and operational management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to conduct appraisals and manage HR processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operational running of the Children's ward.
• Ensure the correct skill mix within the nursing team.
• Lead the team in the absence of the ward manager.

Job description

The deputy ward manager will report to the ward manager and assist with the operational running of the Children's ward (E5), Assessment and observation unit (F5), Paediatric HDU and Children’s day case. The successful candidate will ensure effective service delivery, ensuring the correct skill mix is provided within the nursing team. The deputy manager's role will involve carrying out appraisals, compliance with mandatory training and managing HR processes such as absence meetings, Occupational Health referrals, E roster, ESR, audits and leading the team in the absence of the ward manager.

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is a busy acute care provider in the North West, serving Bolton and parts of Greater Manchester. We offer a range of health and wellbeing services, both at Royal Bolton Hospital and in the community, with a focus on improving care and transforming lives. The Trust has a "Good" rating from the CQC and is committed to being a great place to work and a positive partner within the community.

• Integrated Care: The Trust delivers both hospital and community-based services, including those at Royal Bolton Hospital and 20 health centres across Bolton.
• Catchment Area: They serve a population of around 320,000 people in Bolton and parts of Bury, Wigan, and Salford.
• Major Hub: Royal Bolton Hospital is a key hub for women’s and children’s services in Greater Manchester and is the busiest ambulance-receiving site in the area.
• Commitment to Staff: The Trust emphasizes the importance of its workforce, valuing diversity and inclusion, and investing in staff development.
• Values: Bolton NHS FT operates with a set of core values: vision, openness, integrity, compassion, and excellence.