Ward Manager

Ramsay Health Care UK; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Greater Manchester is looking for a Ward Manager to oversee an 11-bedded acute ward for young people aged 13 to 18. The successful candidate will lead a skilled team, ensuring high standards of care, compliance, and patient safety. Applicants should have a strong clinical background, leadership experience, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive benefits including a contributory pension, annual leave, and private healthcare.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Private healthcare and life assurance

Free uniform and DBS check

Free parking

Subsidised staff restaurant

Access to employee discount programme

Wellbeing Centre access

Employee recognition awards

Access to Ramsay Academy for career development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, preferably with a strong surgical background.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of best practices in patient care.
• Experience in managing budgets and resources effectively.
• Good working knowledge of CQC standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a skilled ward team, driving high standards of care.
• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and resource management.
• Champion patient safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across departments to deliver seamless patient experiences.

Skills

Leadership skills

Clinical expertise

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) with valid NMC registration

Job description

At Ramsay Health Care, our people are our greatest strength. As Ward Manager, you'll inspire and guide a dedicated team, ensuring exceptional patient care in one of West Yorkshire's leading private hospitals, which has just been awarded a CQC Rating of ‘Outstanding’. This is your chance to combine leadership with hands‑on clinical expertise in an environment where there's truly more time to care.

What you'll do

• Lead and motivate a skilled ward team, driving high standards of care.
• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and resource management.
• Champion patient safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across departments to deliver seamless patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC registration.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, preferably with a strong surgical background, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of best practices in patient care.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Experience in managing budgets and resources effectively.
• Previous Clinical Supervisory Experience.
• Experience of managing rosters and staffing (desirable).
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business.
• A good working knowledge and compliance with CQC Standards.

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus eight Bank Holiday days
• Family‑friendly policies including enhanced parental leave
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Free uniform and DBS check
• Free parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
• Access to our employee discount programme
• Wellbeing Centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line
• Long service, employee recognition and appreciation awards
• Access to the Ramsay Academy, giving you genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career

Additional Information

Job Description: The role will be to oversee an 11‑bedded acute ward for young people aged between 13 and 18 years.

Position: Full Time – 37.5 hours / Location: The Yorkshire Clinic, Bingley.

This position is subject to background and DBS checks.