Lead Surgical Ward Manager, Band 7

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking a Ward Manager (Band 7) for a 12 bedded Surgical Ward, covering elective and emergency pathway patients across multiple surgical specialties. This leadership role is essential to maintain KPI delivery and to provide pivotal leadership across the ward.

Interviews are scheduled for 5 November 2026. Applicants will need to provide an immunisation report.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for own actions in accordance with Code of Professional Conduct and local policies.
• Maintain high quality service and timely management/resolution of events; undertake bleep-holder duties.
• Lead and support staff; advise on policy and guidelines; embed clinical governance.
• Identify and resolve complex clinical and non-clinical issues and monitor outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Ward management

Communication

Governance

Job description

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking a Ward Manager (Band 7) for a 12 bedded Surgical Ward, covering elective and emergency pathway patients across multiple surgical specialties. This leadership role is essential to maintain KPI delivery and to provide pivotal leadership across the ward.

Interviews are scheduled for 5 November 2026. Applicants will need to provide an immunisation report.