Unit Manager in Emergency Department - Band 7

NHS; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A NHS entity is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Unit Manager to lead a team in a newly refurbished setting. The ideal candidate will have a Nursing and Midwifery Council registration and a track record in team management. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, ensuring high-quality care, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement among staff. This full-time position in Macclesfield offers a salary range of £47,810 to £54,710 per year, plus numerous staff development opportunities.

Benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Proven leadership experience in a comparable unit.
• Demonstrable evidence of implementing clinical changes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Emergency Department teams.
• Drive improvements in patient safety and staff wellbeing.
• Ensure compliance with governance standards.

Skills

Specialist knowledge in clinical area

Good organisation / management skills

Good communication and listening skills

Ability to develop/sustain professional relationships

Excellent IT/Keyboard skills

Education

Nursing Degree or equivalent experience

NMC Registration

Further leadership/management qualification

Job description

Job Overview

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dynamic Emergency Department Unit Manager to join our team following a major refurbishment of our Emergency Department. This significant investment has created a modern, purpose-built environment that promotes staff wellbeing and enhances the patient experience. The redevelopment includes a dedicated Paediatric Emergency Department, staffed by skilled paediatric nurses to ensure safe, tailored, and compassionate care for children and families.

Hours per week: 37.5

Responsibilities

• Senior nurse accountable for the leadership, management, and ongoing development of the Emergency Department.
• Work closely with a supportive senior nursing team and a Training & Development Facilitator to foster a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Lead the delivery of safe, high-quality, and evidence-based care across the department.
• Drive continuous improvement in clinical quality, patient safety, and staff wellbeing.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure effective patient flow and timely, person-centred care while maintaining compliance with governance and regulatory standards.
• Monitor and enhance standards of practice, identify areas for improvement, and implement actions to reduce risk and promote a culture of safety and accountability.

Qualifications

• NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Registration
• Nursing Degree or equivalent experience
• Evidence of post qualification education (e.g. Mentorship or equivalent)
• Further leadership /management related qualification or training
• Qualification in related speciality

Knowledge & Skills

• Specialist knowledge in clinical area
• Good organisation / management skills
• Good communication and listening skills
• Flexible adaptable style of management
• Facilitative working style
• Positive approach to problem solving
• Ability to secure the support of others
• Motivation to develop modern, quality services
• Forward and analytical thinking
• Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
• Credible with colleagues - internal and external
• Ability to lead and develop individuals and teams
• Ability to promote staff engagement and facilitate change management
• Ability to develop/sustain appropriate professional relationships/networks to influence care systems
• Demonstrable evidence of implementing change in the clinical area
• Excellent IT/Keyboard skills

Experience

• Significant experience managing a team
• Significant experience in a comparable ward/unit
• Significant experience post qualification
• Experience in implementing improvements in practice/protocol or procedures
• Experience of appraisal and delivering education to junior staff
• Experience of using a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care

Employment Conditions

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: East Cheshire NHS Trust, Macclesfield District, General Hospital, Victoria Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3BL

Pay band: Band 7

Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year (subject to job matching)

Benefits

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post.

DBS Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Visa and Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Application Instructions

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

We look forward to receiving your application.