Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Deputy Ward Manager to join a fantastic team on ward 36 on secondment for 12 months
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated individual with an interest in Renal and general medicine to support the ward manager to ensure the delivery of a high standard of care to all our patients.
You must be highly skilled with excellent clinical knowledge, demonstrating a clear understanding of the trusts values and behaviours.
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 and practice and knowledge.
• 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, analytic approach to delivery of care and implementing changes to approve systems.
• Participate in audits and implement change, based on audit outcomes
• Act as 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.

About us
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.
Details
Date posted
15 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
38,682 to 46,580 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
408-25-812
Job locations
Wirral University Teaching Hospital
Upton
Wirral
CH49 5PE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Deputy Ward Manager position available with WUTH. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Deputy Ward Manager position available with WUTH.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential

• 1 st 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

• Management qualification
• Recognised teaching qualification

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Relevant Clinical knowledge/experience of the speciality

Desirable

• Student nurse assessor
• Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff
• Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Excellent communicator (verbal and written)
• Self-motivated
• Enthusiastic
• Sensitive and empathic

Desirable

• Self-confident

Other Requirements
Essential

• Recognises own development needs and able to set personal objectives
• Has identified methods of dealing effectively under pressure

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice
• Competent in organising own work load and that of others
• Good problem solving abilities
• Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
• Able to support and advise the team
• Act as a positive role model.

Desirable

• Able to deal with conflict

Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential

• 1 st 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

• Management qualification
• Recognised teaching qualification

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Relevant Clinical knowledge/experience of the speciality

Desirable

• Student nurse assessor
• Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff
• Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Excellent communicator (verbal and written)
• Self-motivated
• Enthusiastic
• Sensitive and empathic

Desirable

• Self-confident

Other Requirements
Essential

• Recognises own development needs and able to set personal objectives
• Has identified methods of dealing effectively under pressure

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice
• Competent in organising own work load and that of others
• Good problem solving abilities
• Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
• Able to support and advise the team
• Act as a positive role model.

Desirable

• Able to deal with conflict

Skills Required