Ward Manager

NHS

  • St Austell, Cornwall
  • £47,810-54,710 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:
  • Cornwall Foundation Trust
  • Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board
If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.Are you ready to inspire and lead by example?We're looking for a Ward Manager who will provide strong clinical leadership to our dedicated ward team of staff nurses and healthcare assistants. In this role, you won't just manage from behind a desk - you will set the standard for exemplary practice each day.As Ward Manager, you will:? Provide hands-on clinical leadership alongside our senior staff nurses? Ensure safe, effective daily management of the ward? Supervise and support staff development, including rostering, recruitment, and team growth? Drive ongoing improvements by implementing and benchmarking best practice? Collaborate closely with senior clinicians as part of our multidisciplinary teamIf you're passionate about delivering high-quality care while empowering and developing your team, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.Step forward and lead with us. Apply today to be the example your team looks up to.Main duties of the jobWe are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Ward Manager to lead our team in a inpatient setting. You will provide both clinical and operational leadership to ensure high standards of care.Our ward focuses on creating a environment that supports reablement and recovery through a holistic approach. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care, collaborating with professionals, carers, and community staff to support safe and timely discharges.In this role, you will:Take operational and clinical responsibility for the teamManage and deliver quality, evidence-based care and interventionsSupport service users and their carers with their health and social care needsHelp develop services and practices to maintain high standards of careYou will be expected to deliver safe and effective care at all times in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council's Code of Professional Conduct.About usWe're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.DetailsDate posted29 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£47,810 to £54,710 a year Pro RataContractFixed termDuration9 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number201-25-649Job locationsSt Austell Community HospitalPorthpean RoadSt AustellPL26 6AAJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.Person SpecificationEducation / Qualifications and Relevant ExperienceEssential
  • Level 1 Nurse with current NMC registration
  • Previous Ward management experience
  • Educated to Diploma / Degree level with evidence of appropriate post registration skills or equivalent experience
  • Modules relating to specialty field (Elderly care, rehabilitation, palliative care or similar)
  • Current clinical assessment and teaching qualification
Desirable
  • Experience of managing personnel issues
Practical Skills and Intellectual Skills (Including any special knowledge)Essential
  • Proven written, oral and electronic communication skills including ability to deal with challenging and sensitive situations
  • Analytical skills for complex situations
  • High level of clinical skills and competencies
  • Budget managements skills
Person SpecificationEducation / Qualifications and Relevant ExperienceEssential
  • Level 1 Nurse with current NMC registration
  • Previous Ward management experience
  • Educated to Diploma / Degree level with evidence of appropriate post registration skills or equivalent experience
  • Modules relating to specialty field (Elderly care, rehabilitation, palliative care or similar)
  • Current clinical assessment and teaching qualification
Desirable
  • Experience of managing personnel issues
Practical Skills and Intellectual Skills (Including any special knowledge)Essential
  • Proven written, oral and electronic communication skills including ability to deal with challenging and sensitive situations
  • Analytical skills for complex situations
  • High level of clinical skills and competencies
  • Budget managements skills

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