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Job summary

Main area
Cardiology
Grade
Band 6
Contract
Fixed term: 6 months (Short term funding)
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Rotational contract. Staff will need to complete one week of night duty every three months)
Job ref
408-26-738
Employer
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Ward 19 Arrowe Park Hospital
Town
Upton
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
16/10/2026 08:00

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Deputy Ward Manager

Band 6

 

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Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen on Ward 19 to join the senior nursing team, as we will be extending to 28 medical beds as we head into the winter period. 

Within ward 19, we work closely as a multidisciplinary team to provide care and support to our patients who experience a diverse range of medical conditions. Our focus is to ensure the delivery of high quality of care alongside a wide range of treatments, to enable our patients to recover from their acute episodes of illness and achieve the best possible outcomes, enabling timely discharge to the appropriate placements.

Candidates will be expected to have at least two years band 5 experience within an acute setting.

You should be a calm and approachable nurse who is wanting to develop their leadership skills. You will be expected to assist in managing  the team and ensuring that our patients receive an excellent standard of care and to respond from feedback.

You will receive training appropriate to your role and will be supported with future development opportunities.

Main duties of the job

Designated to take regular charge of the ward/department in the absence of the Ward/Departmental Manager.

Ensure appropriate use of financial and other resources supporting the ward manager in maintaining a balanced budget.

Act as an expert practitioner within the appropriate speciality, participating in direct patient care and demonstrating an advanced level of practice and knowledg.

Ensure the effective and timely admission and discharge of patients
Assist in creating a therapeutic environment which meets the needs of patients, relatives and carers.

Assist in promoting a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of care and implementing changes to improve systems.

Participate in audits and implement change, based on audited outcomes
Act as a preceptor and mentor to junior staff.

Lead the team in the absence of the Ward or Department Manager
Participate in the recruitment, selection and appraisals of junior staff
Assist in maintaining discipline and in dealing with staff problems in a supportive way, embracing all aspects of Human Resource policies and guidelines.

Continuously update own skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of clinical issues.

Working for our organisation

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Deputy Ward Sister position available at WUTH.

Person specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential criteria
  • 1st Level Registered Nurse (relevant to area of work)
  • Relevant diploma / degree or due for completion within 12 months
  • Minimum of three years post-registration experience of which two years should be at Primary Nurse or equivalent
Desirable criteria
  • Management qualification
  • Recognised teaching qualification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential criteria
  • Relevant Clinical knowledge/experience of the speciality
Desirable criteria
  • Student nurse assessor
  • Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff
  • Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Helen Morris
Job title
Associate Director of Nursing
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0151 678 5111
Additional information

Please contact ADN Helen Morris if you would like to discuss the role further or would like to arrange an informal visit.

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