Job summary
- Main area
- Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- 37.5 hours per week (Full Time 37.5 hours per week)
- Job ref
- 001-NMR093-0525
- Employer
- Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- West 1, University Hospital of Llandough
- Town
- Penarth
- Salary
- £37,898 - £45,637 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 11/06/2025 23:59
Employer heading

Deputy Ward Manager - West 1
Band 6
WHO WE ARE:
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Board in the UK, employing over 16,000 staff and providing over 100 specialist services. Serving a population of around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst also working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone and to delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”. We have recently refreshed our strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, which sets out the Health Board’s Vision for improving the health and wellbeing of the populations we serve by 2035 through the delivery of our strategic objectives; Putting People First, Providing Outstanding Quality, Delivering in the Right Places, and Acting for the Future. We have challenging times ahead, but we are confident that by tackling these challenges together, we can support people to live healthier lives and reduce the unfair differences in the prevalence of illness and health outcomes we see in our communities today. We aspire to deliver outstanding care and treatment for people when they need it, where they need it; care that compares well with the best in the world, but to do so, we need to transform how we deliver services over the next decade and beyond.
We are a values-driven organisation and out goals will only be realised if our values are at the heart of everything we do. Created by colleagues, patients and their families and carers, our values are:
· We are kind and caring
· We are respectful
· We have trust and integrity
· We take personal responsibility
OUR REGION:
Wales has much to offer with miles of stunning coastline, UNESCO world heritage sites and beautiful countryside. Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, has something for everyone. It is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline, as well as charming towns including Penarth and Cowbridge. Those seeking more culture may find themselves drawn to the National Museum, St Fagan’s Museum of Welsh Life or the Millennium Centre, home of the Welsh National Opera. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12.60 per hour - £24,638 per annum.
This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2025/26 is confirmed
Job overview
West 1 is a 20 bedded acute trauma ward. Looking after a variety of patients this include direct transfers from A&E, transfers from other trauma wards, step down from polytrauma unit and overnight stay. We look after a mixture of patients including those pre and post operative with varied injuries.
As a deputy manager you will be expected to assist the ward manager in the day to day running of the ward this incudes, managing attendance, completing off-duty, audits, co-ordinating the ward and more.
There are opportunities as a band 6 to be invited to the band 6 Professional nurse forum (PNF) to share ideas and knowledge with other trauma wards. Offered support to progress in careers and included in the involvement of change management and service improvement initiatives.
Main duties of the job
Clinically leading, co-ordinating patient care, supporting the ward manger managing attendance, completing audits and supporting with change management initiatives.
We are seeking an experienced nurse who can demonstrate the essential criteria, it is essential that the successful candidate is able to inspire and motivate others.
Come and be part of our amazing team!
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is “Caring for People, Keeping People Well”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population’s health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find the full job description and person specification attachment in the supporting documents or please click 'apply now' to view in Trac.
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered nurse - Degree level
Desirable criteria
- Post registration qualification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Competent in shift coordination
- Experience in supervision of staff
- Ability to provide highly specialised advice
Desirable criteria
- Experience in providing and receiving supervision
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Evidence of CPD
- Ability to use initiative and time mangement
- Teaching skills
Desirable criteria
- Able to demonstarte application of expanded roles/ skills in clinical setting
Personal qualities
Essential criteria
- Ability to work in a team and independently
- Works under pressure
- Positive change agent
Other
Essential criteria
- Reliable work record
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sarah Lalande
- Job title
- Senior Nurse
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02920746404
- Additional information
Yasmin Palmer Ward Manager
02920716484
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