Ward Manager

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Ward Manager to lead Ward D12, a 24-bed oncology unit, for 12 months on a fixed-term/secondment basis. The post requires strong cancer care experience and nursing leadership within a multidisciplinary team.

The appointable candidate will oversee chemotherapy administration, support care group leadership, and contribute to the Trust’s Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together values.

Qualifications

• 1st Level Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC Register.
• Recognised mentorship qualification and experience as a Sign Off mentor.
• Degree or working towards.
• Completion of appropriate specialty Course.
• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead Ward D12 on a 12 month Fixed Term / secondment.
• Manage a 24-bed oncology ward (D12) with side rooms and bays.
• Provide clinical leadership and staffing decisions for Cancer Care.
• Coordinate day-to-day unit operations and supervise nursing staff.
• Deputise for care group matrons as needed and support the Cancer Nursing Vision.

Skills

NMC Registered

Mentor Sign-off

Leadership

Chemotherapy administration

Education

NMC NMC registration required

Degree (Nursing)

Tools

Chemotherapy know-how

Job description

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Ward Manager

Contract Type: 12 Months Fixed Term /Secondment

Purpose for Fixed Term: Maternity / Shared Parental / Adoption Leave Backfill.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Ward leader.

We are seeking a forward thinking and highly skilled ward leader to manage and lead Ward D12 on a 12 month Fixed Term / secondment.

D12 is an Oncology ward that specialises in all oncological and haematological malignancies. D12 is made up of 24 beds 8 of which are side rooms and 4, 4 bedded bays.

D12 provide specialist care to all elective chemotherapy patients as well as emergency admissions. The service has a multidisciplinary approach to care with the patient at the centre.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be a core member of the multidisciplinary team and will be required to develop close working relationships with all members of the team.

You will also have extensive experience in Cancer Care and have leadership experience at a Band 6 or 7.

You will also be familiar and able to administer all types of chemotherapy.

You will be able to lead a team of dedicated nurses and you will be able to develop your leadership, clinical and management skills, whilst effectively undertaking the day to day coordination of the unit.

You will have a responsibility within the Care Group to support the whole of Cancer Care on a rotational basis as a staffing bleep holder, making clinical judgements on staffing levels and the appropriate placement of patients within Cancer Care.

You will be expected to deputise for the care group matrons as needed. In the wider Trust you will be expected to contribute towards the delivery of the Trusts vision of Patients First, Always Improving and Working Together and positively reinforce the Cancer Nursing Vision.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Person specification

Qualifications, Knowledge, And Experience

Essential criteria

• 1st Level Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC Register
• Recognised mentorship qualification and experience as a Sign Off mentor
• Degree or working towards
• Completion of appropriate specialty Course
• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice. Supporting a range of learners in practice Supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Extensive experience in specialty to include considerable experience at Band 6 level
• Evidence of clinical leadership ability
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of utilising evidence in practice

Desirable criteria

• Management Course (or equivalent)
• Experience as an NMC sign off mentor or clinical practice assessor
• Evidence of staff development and succession planning
• Experience of report writing

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential criteria

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together