Deputy Ward Manager | Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Wirral; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wirral is seeking a dedicated Deputy Ward Manager for a 12-month secondment. The ideal candidate will manage ward operations, ensuring high standards of care and supporting junior staff. Strong clinical knowledge in Renal and general medicine is essential. This position offers a competitive salary and a chance to lead a dynamic team in a busy trust environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager with an interest in Renal and general medicine.
• Demonstrates high level of clinical knowledge and skills.
• Must understand the trust's values and behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of the ward in absence of manager.
• Ensure proper financial resource management.
• Act as an expert practitioner in the specialty.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Registered Nurse 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications and Experience

• Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager with an interest in Renal and general medicine.
• High level of clinical knowledge and skills with a clear understanding of the trust's values and behaviours.

About the Trust

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula with a coastline and countryside surroundings. We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, employing over 6,000 staff and serving 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 Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Additional Information

Please note: This advert closes on Sunday 28 Sep 2025.