Palliative Care Ward Manager – Inpatient Unit

Leaders in Care; Leeds; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospice and palliative care service in Leeds seeks a Ward Manager to lead the Inpatient Unit. The role requires a dedicated Registered Nurse with leadership and palliative care experience. Responsibilities include staffing management, compliance with healthcare standards, and continuous service improvement. Benefits include enhanced pay, pension scheme, generous leave, and healthcare cash plan.

Benefits

Enhanced pay for unsociable hours

Company pension scheme

Annual leave rising to 33 days

Healthcare cash plan

Life assurance benefit

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience managing clinical operations in a healthcare setting.
• Proven leadership experience in a palliative care or similar environment.
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible leadership, guidance, and clinical expertise to the Inpatient Unit team.
• Manage daily staffing and rota planning, ensuring safe and effective care delivery.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practice guidelines.

Skills

Leadership skills

Palliative care experience

Communication skills

Conflict resolution skills

Knowledge of healthcare legislation

Education

NMC Registered Nurse (Adult)

Post-registration qualification in Palliative Care

Job description

A leading hospice and palliative care service in Leeds seeks a Ward Manager to lead the Inpatient Unit. The role requires a dedicated Registered Nurse with leadership and palliative care experience. Responsibilities include staffing management, compliance with healthcare standards, and continuous service improvement. Benefits include enhanced pay, pension scheme, generous leave, and healthcare cash plan.