Deputy Ward Manager

Wirral; Upton; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Deputy Ward Sister for Ward 19 in Cardiology. You will help lead the multidisciplinary team, ensuring high standards of patient care and a smooth operation across day-to-day ward activities.

The role is a fixed-term 6-month contract, full-time (37.5 hours per week) with a rotational schedule including once-per-quarter night duties. Applicants should have substantial post-registration experience and strong leadership and

Qualifications

• 1st Level Registered Nurse with applicable license.
• Relevant diploma or degree or be due for completion within 12 months.
• Minimum of three years post-registration experience, two years at Primary Nurse or equivalent.
• Recognised teaching qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Take regular charge of the ward/department in the absence of the Ward/Departmental Manager.
• Assist in maintaining a balanced ward budget and use of resources.
• Act as an expert practitioner within the speciality and participate in direct patient care.
• Oversee admission and discharge processes and create a therapeutic environment.
• Lead audits and drive improvements based on outcomes.
• Act as a preceptor/mentor to junior staff and support recruitment and appraisals.

Skills

Leadership

Preceptorship

Teaching strategies

Clinical knowledge

Team management

Education

1st Level Registered Nurse

Relevant diploma / degree

Teaching qualification

Job description

Main area Cardiology Grade Band 6 Contract Fixed term: 6 months (Short term funding) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Rotational contract. Staff will need to complete one week of night duty every three months) Job ref 408-26-738

Site Ward 19 Arrowe Park Hospital Town Upton Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 16/10/2026 08:00

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen on Ward 19 to join the senior nursing team, as we will be extending to 28 medical beds as we head into the winter period.

Within ward 19, we work closely as a multidisciplinary team to provide care and support to our patients who experience a diverse range of medical conditions. Our focus is to ensure the delivery of high quality of care alongside a wide range of treatments, to enable our patients to recover from their acute episodes of illness and achieve the best possible outcomes, enabling timely discharge to the appropriate placements.

Candidates will be expected to have at least two years band 5 experience within an acute setting.

You should be a calm and approachable nurse who is wanting to develop their leadership skills. You will be expected to assist in managing the team and ensuring that our patients receive an excellent standard of care and to respond from feedback.

You will receive training appropriate to your role and will be supported with future development opportunities.

Main duties of the job

Designated to take regular charge of the ward/department in the absence of the Ward/Departmental Manager.

Ensure appropriate use of financial and other resources supporting the ward manager in maintaining a balanced budget.

Act as an expert practitioner within the appropriate speciality, participating in direct patient care and demonstrating an advanced level of practice and knowledg.

Ensure the effective and timely admission and discharge of patients
Assist in creating a therapeutic environment which meets the needs of patients, relatives and carers.

Assist in promoting a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of care and implementing changes to improve systems.

Participate in audits and implement change, based on audited outcomes
Act as a preceptor and mentor to junior staff.

Lead the team in the absence of the Ward or Department Manager
Participate in the recruitment, selection and appraisals of junior staff
Assist in maintaining discipline and in dealing with staff problems in a supportive way, embracing all aspects of Human Resource policies and guidelines.

Continuously update own skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of clinical issues.

Working for our organisation

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as competent and caring staff by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Deputy Ward Sister position available at WUTH.

Person specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

• 1st Level Registered Nurse (relevant to area of work)
• Relevant diploma / degree or due for completion within 12 months
• Minimum of three years post-registration experience of which two years should be at Primary Nurse or equivalent
• Recognised teaching qualification

Knowledge and Skills

• Relevant Clinical knowledge/experience of the speciality
• Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff
• Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages

General Information

Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Information

If the post you are applying for requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, please note that, in line with Trust policy, the cost of submitting and processing the DBS application for successful applicants will be met by the individual.

For substantive employees, the DBS costs are recovered through salary deductions following commencement in post in 3 equal instalments.

For bank workers and individuals appointed to honorary positions that require a DBS check, the cost must be paid in advance via the Trusts payment link before a start date can be confirmed.

Please note that DBS fees and any associated administration charges are subject to periodic review and may change from time to time.

The cost of the DBS check would vary depending on the level required for the role:

The Trust would encourage all post holders who require a DBS for their role to registered with the DBS Update Service. You can find out more information and guidance on how to do this at DBS Update Service - GOV.UK

Please note that it is the responsibility of applicants to assess their own eligibility for apprenticeship opportunities in relation to the role they are applying for. Eligibility is determined by specific residency requirements set by government funding rules and is assessed on a case-basis. Our organisation cannot guarantee eligibility for all applicants.

UK nationals or individuals with the right of abode typically meet the residency requirement if they have been ordinarily resident in the UK, the British Overseas Territories, or the Crown Dependencies (Channel Islands and Isle of Man) for at least three years prior to the start date of the apprenticeship.

Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified during the final stages of the selection process. All candidates must either already have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for visa sponsorship. Please note that it is the responsibility of applicants to assess their own eligibility for visa sponsorship in relation to the role they are applying for. Our organisation cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles, and eligibility is determined by the UK Home Office’s points-based immigration system on a case-basis. For further information please see: Skilled Worker Visa Eligible Occupations and Codes .

For further details on skilled worker sponsorship, please consult the UK Home Office guidance: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK. Additionally, the New guidance for overseas applicants | NHS Employers provides helpful information on the recruitment process for candidates applying for roles in the UK.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to check that they meet the current English language requirements before submitting an application for a role where they would require a visa application. Full details are available here Skilled Worker visa: Knowledge of English - GOV.UK

This information does not constitute legal advice, and we strongly recommend seeking independent legal guidance tailored to your individual circumstances.

Safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all unborn babies, children and adults and is signed up to both the Wirral Safeguarding Children’s Partnership and the Wirral Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board associated policies and procedures. All Trust staff must be familiar with, and adhere to these procedures. It is the post holders responsibility to attended the Trusts mandatory training Protecting Vulnerable People training, and to follow the relevant Trusts polices and practice guidance.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Helen Morris Job title Associate Director of Nursing Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 0151 678 5111

Additional information: Please contact ADN Helen Morris if you would like to discuss the role further or would like to arrange an informal visit.