Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Division of medicine on Ward 26 for a dedicated, enthusiastic, highly motivated and experienced nurse to join our dynamic, patient-focused team, as the permanent Ward Manager
Ward 26 comprises of 29 beds specialising in Diabetes and Endocrine Medicine. The ideal candidate will confidently and supportively lead the team and share our passion for delivering the highest quality care, providing excellent patient experience and will be committed to continuous improvement.
Main duties of the job
The post will be pivotal in providing the clinical expertise required to ensure safe and effective Inpatient care and is of the highest standards. You must be able to demonstrate a good level of enquiry, excellent communication and organisational skills with good knowledge and understanding of clinical governance and current NHS issues.
The main duties of this role include
- Day to day management of the Ward, co-ordinating, allocating andprioritising the workload so that staff and resources are used efficiently, contributing to the smooth running of the ward
- Training, supervision and appraisal of team
- Ensuring safe staffing levels, producing a safe fair and effective roster and managing sickness and absence in line with the trusts attendance management policy
- Maintain and monitor systems for ensuring staff compliance with mandatory training.
- Collaborate with all members of the wider to ensure efficient running of the ward and safe patient journey
- Have oversight of the ward budget and monitoring and control of expenditure and use of resources.
-Further line management responsibilities - including formal disciplinary, grievances and other meetings relevant to your management role
For further information please see attached Job description and person specification
Essential for this post is a minimum of 5 years post registration experience and minimum of 2 years leadership experience or equivalent
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
16 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
46,148 to 52,809 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
408-25-633
Job locations
Arrowe park hospital
arrowe park road
birkenhead
CH49 5PE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for further information about the Ward Manager position available at WUTH. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for further information about the Ward Manager position available at WUTH.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential

• Current NMC registration
• Post registration course in speciality
• Degree or working towards degree level.
• A minimum of 5 years post registration experience
• A minimum of 2 years leadership experience; specifically in the speciality setting

Desirable

• Holds registered mentor or teaching qualification.
• Working towards masters level study
• Clinical supervision experience
• Experience of working with electronic health records
• Experience of the peri -operative setting

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• It skills (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Budget management skills
• Ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload when under pressure
• Excellent communications skills
• Evidence of working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, self-motivation and empowerment of others
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of service delivery
• Sound knowledge of the principles and practice of specilaity care
• Awareness off current NHS issues
• Evidence of understanding of quality governance

Desirable

• Experience of project management

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Sense of humour
• Excellent leadership skills
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Trustworthy and empathetic

Other Requirements
Essential

• Ability to work flexibly
• Motivated

Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential

• Current NMC registration
• Post registration course in speciality
• Degree or working towards degree level.
• A minimum of 5 years post registration experience
• A minimum of 2 years leadership experience; specifically in the speciality setting

Desirable

• Holds registered mentor or teaching qualification.
• Working towards masters level study
• Clinical supervision experience
• Experience of working with electronic health records
• Experience of the peri -operative setting

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• It skills (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Budget management skills
• Ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload when under pressure
• Excellent communications skills
• Evidence of working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, self-motivation and empowerment of others
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of service delivery
• Sound knowledge of the principles and practice of specilaity care
• Awareness off current NHS issues
• Evidence of understanding of quality governance

Desirable

• Experience of project management

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Sense of humour
• Excellent leadership skills
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Trustworthy and empathetic

Other Requirements
Essential

• Ability to work flexibly
• Motivated