Deputy Ward Manager - Lowton ward

Uk Wwl Limited; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Greater Manchester is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager for Lowton ward. This part-time, fixed-term role involves supporting patient care and team coordination, requiring a qualified nurse with leadership skills. The position is open to internal candidates and may lead to a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with up-to-date clinical knowledge.
• Experience in supervising others.
• Ability to work flexible hours including day/evening/night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Ward Manager and deputise in their absence.
• Support high-quality patient care and staff development.
• Ensure compliance with Trust policies and standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

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Job Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Ward Manager position on Lowton ward on a fixed-term, part-time basis.

We are looking for a qualified nurse who wishes to further their career and join our existing team. The successful candidate should be able to work as part of a team, use their initiative, and have excellent communication skills and flexibility to meet the needs of the service.

This vacancy is open to internal candidates only. Employees should ideally secure their manager's agreement for a secondment prior to applying, as this will be a condition of any offer made. The position is advertised on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave, ending on 01-Mar-2026, with the potential to become permanent in the future.

Main duties of the job

• Work closely with the Ward Manager and deputise in their absence.
• Support high-quality patient care, team coordination, and staff development.
• Ensure compliance with Trust policies, professional, and legal standards.
• Maintain ward management records and clinical documentation.
• Participate in audits and implement improvements based on findings.
• Support the Ward Manager in all aspects of ward management and staff supervision.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Registered Nurse (relevant branch) with up-to-date clinical knowledge.
• Leadership skills and experience in supervising others.
• Ability to work flexible hours including day/evening/night shifts.

Desirable:

• Post-registration qualifications (e.g., diploma, leadership qualification).
• Experience in audit, research, and teaching roles.

Additional Information

This role may involve participation in an on-call rota, and the post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

For more details and to apply, please visit our official recruitment page. We encourage all suitable candidates to submit their applications online.