Deputy Ward Manager

NHS; Stockport; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS organization is seeking a Registered General Nurse for their busy 34-bedded elderly ward at Stepping Hill Hospital in Stockport. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong clinical skills, leadership potential, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. You will be integral in fostering a supportive team environment while managing ward operations and enhancing your professional development through various training opportunities.

Benefits

27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS pension scheme membership

Salary sacrifice schemes

NHS Staff discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Financial advice from Stockport Credit Union

Qualifications

• Must have NMC registration.
• Experience in a hospital setting is essential.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership development.

Responsibilities

• Manage the ward and ensure high standards of patient care.
• Provide leadership and support to junior staff.
• Work collaboratively with the Ward Manager and Matron.

Skills

Clinical skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

NMC registered

Teaching qualification

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a highly experienced Registered General Nurse with strong clinical skills, who is enthusiastic, and motivated to provide visible leadership in support of the Ward Manager on E2

The post holder will be and experienced band 5 nurse who can demonstrate they have a range of transferable skills within the hospital setting.

WE also welcome current Band 5s who wish to take on a new challenge on a busy 34 bedded elderly medicine ward, caring for patients who are admitted for treatment and assessment under the medical directorate.

The successful candidate will be supported to develop their leadership skills and will lead by example to deliver excellent high-quality care.

Supported by the Ward manager and Matron, you will develop your professional accountability, innovative thinking contributing to a clear vision for the in-patient nursing area. You will be responsible for the continuous management of the ward and contributing to high standards of care delivery.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a caring, compassionate individual that is well organised, thrives under pressure and feels ready to develop their leadership skills within a friendly and supportive team.

We offer you excellent managerial support and commitment to your personal professional development. You can access a variety of training courses from Acute Illness Management, ILS to leadership courses

About us

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.

If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

Benefits we offer to you:

• Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• NHS pension scheme membership
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
• NHS Staff discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
• Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice

Details Date posted

17 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

362-A-25-7164137

Job locations

Ward E2 Stepping hill hospital

Poplar grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

Job description Job responsibilities

Supported by the Ward manager and Matron, you will develop your professional accountability, innovative thinking contributing to a clear vision for the in-patient nursing area. You will be responsible for the continuous management of the ward and contributing to high standards of care delivery.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary

In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.

Job description Job responsibilities

Supported by the Ward manager and Matron, you will develop your professional accountability, innovative thinking contributing to a clear vision for the in-patient nursing area. You will be responsible for the continuous management of the ward and contributing to high standards of care delivery.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary

In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.

Person Specification Experience in hospital setting Essential

• Experience in hospital setting

Desirable

• experience at band 5

pin number Essential

• NMc registered

Desirable

• active pin number

questions Essential

• Able to demonstrate leadership development.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures.

Excellet Communication skills Essential

• Excellent Communication skills

Desirable

• ability to supervise staff

teaching qualification Essential

• teaching qualification

Desirable

• mentorship

Person Specification Experience in hospital setting Essential

• Experience in hospital setting

Desirable

• experience at band 5

pin number Essential

• NMc registered

Desirable

• active pin number

questions Essential

• Able to demonstrate leadership development.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures.

Excellet Communication skills Essential

• Excellent Communication skills

Desirable

• ability to supervise staff

teaching qualification Essential

• teaching qualification

Desirable

• mentorship

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward E2 Stepping hill hospital

Poplar grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

Employer's website

http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ward E2 Stepping hill hospital

Poplar grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

Employer's website

http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)