Deputy Ward Manager

NHS; Wirral; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Wirral is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager to join their renal and general medicine team on a 12-month secondment. The ideal candidate possesses excellent clinical knowledge and will lead teams in the ward manager's absence, deliver high-quality patient care, and mentor junior staff. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years post-registration experience with two years at Primary Nurse level.
• Ability to support and advise the team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Act as designated charge of the ward in the absence of the manager.
• Participate in audits and implement changes based on outcomes.
• Lead the team in the absence of the ward or department manager.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Problem solving ability

Ability to act as a preceptor/mentor

Clinical knowledge/experience

Education

1st Level Registered Nurse

Relevant diploma/degree

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Deputy Ward Manager to join a fantastic team on ward 36 on secondment for 12 months. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated individual with an interest in Renal and general medicine to support the ward manager to ensure the delivery of a high standard of care to all our patients. You must be highly skilled with excellent clinical knowledge, demonstrating a clear understanding of the trusts values and behaviours. The closing date is 28 September 2025.

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 and practice and knowledge.
• 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, analytic approach to delivery of care and implementing changes to improve systems.
• Participate in audits and implement change, based on audit outcomes
• Act as 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.

About us

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.

Job responsibilities

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Deputy Ward Manager position available with WUTH.

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

• 1 st 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
• Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice
• Competent in organising own work load and that of others
• Good problem solving abilities
• Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
• Able to support and advise the team
• Act as a positive role model.
• Able to deal with conflict

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communicator (verbal and written)
• Self-motivated
• Sensitive and empathic
• Self-confident

Other Requirements

• Recognises own development needs and able to set personal objectives
• Has identified methods of dealing effectively under pressure

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.

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust