Senior Ward Lead & Deputy Manager (Nursing)

The Princess Alexandra Hospital Nhs Trust; Harlow; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Flexible working

Wellbeing focus

Job summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in West Essex is seeking a Band 6 Sister/Deputy Ward Manager to lead a ward team, ensure safe, compassionate, evidence-based care, and support the Ward Manager in daily operations. You will mentor junior staff, supervise practice, contribute to governance, audits, and service development, and maintain high standards of patient experience.

Join us in West Essex and be part of a supportive, inclusive Trust focused on development, wellbeing, and delivering

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with NMC registration and up-to-date practice.
• Experience in ward leadership, governance, and audits.
• Mentoring junior colleagues and students in clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the ward team to deliver safe, evidence-based care.
• Coordinate day-to-day operations, staffing, and resource use.
• Support education, supervision, and appraisals for staff and learners.
• Ensure high standards of patient safety, documentation, and care quality.

Skills

NMC registration

Clinical leadership

Ward management

Staff supervision

Education & mentorship

Communication

multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

Job description

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in West Essex is seeking a Band 6 Sister/Deputy Ward Manager to lead a ward team, ensure safe, compassionate, evidence-based care, and support the Ward Manager in daily operations. You will mentor junior staff, supervise practice, contribute to governance, audits, and service development, and maintain high standards of patient experience.

Join us in West Essex and be part of a supportive, inclusive Trust focused on development, wellbeing, and delivering