Deputy Ward Manager

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust is seeking a part-time Nurse to deliver high standards of patient care and clinical leadership. Essential qualifications include a Nursing degree and leadership experience. The role demands strong clinical skills in venepuncture and communication, and involves direct patient care at Kent & Canterbury Hospital. Competitive salary between £38,682 and £46,580 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience of Leadership skills.
• On-going professional development is essential.
• Current understanding of key issues facing the NHS.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for a ward-based team.
• Ensure high standards of patient care.
• Comply with the Trust's policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Negotiation skills

Venepuncture

Cannulation

ECG

Verification of Death

IV Drugs

Health and Safety

Education

Degree in Nursing

Preparation of mentors or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

By working clinically as a member of the nursing team you will work in partnership with the Ward Manager to provide clinical, professional and managerial leadership for a ward-based team of qualified and non-qualified staff. The post holder will be required to deputize in the absence of the Ward Manager and ensure a positive patient experience through the delivery of high standards of patient care. Leading clinical nursing practice within the clinical area. Securing and assuring the highest standards of clinical care with the support of the Ward Manager and Head of Nursing. The effective management of clinical and non-clinical risk reporting to the Manager within the Directorate Clinical Governance Framework.

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Main duties of the job

Maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business and adhere to data protection law

Comply with the Trust's policies and procedures, including infection prevention and control, risk management, health and safety, safeguarding children and adults, financial management and use of resources

Act at all times in accordance with the professional Codes of Conduct and accountability relevant to your role

Participate in annual mandatory training.

About Us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It\'s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We\'re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Details

Date posted: 02 October 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 344-1468KCH

Job locations: Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG

Job Description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Essential

Qualifications & Training

• Degree in Nursing or working towards a degree or equivalent
• Preparation of mentors or equivalent
• Experience of Leadership skills

Desirable

• Previous management experience

Essential

Clinical Skills and experience

• Venepuncture, Cannulation, ECG, Verification of Death, IV Drugs and HLS
• Good communication skills
• Facilitating Staff development and empowerment
• Negotiation skills
• The ability to converse at ease with patients, doctors and relatives, and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Desirable

• Health and Safety
• ILS
• Having difficult conversations with staff.

Essential

Knowledge

• On-going professional development
• Clinical governance
• Risk management issues
• Key issues and development in nursing

Desirable

• Quality Improvement tools ward metrics
• Previous experience of undertaking appraisals, managing staff, and sickness absence
• Experience of surgical pathways

Essential

Other Requirements

• Upholds and models the Trust values
• Current understanding of key issues facing the NHS both locally and Nationally
• Drive for improvement to patient experience

Desirable

• Ability to work on own initiative using sound decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Be able to improve or establish new ways of working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Additional information

Employer name: East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG

Employer's website: https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/