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Deputy Ward Manager role for a mixed Surgical Ward in a leading private hospital in Oxford. The hospital offers a full range of surgeries including Orthopaedics, Cosmetics, Cardiac, Oncology, Gynaecology and Urology. This is a visible, high-impact leadership position within a flagship hospital where new initiatives, equipment and innovations are often piloted first.
Job Responsibility:
Support the Ward Manager in day-to-day operational leadership
Deputise fully in their absence
Coordinate staffing across two floor
Optimise permanent, bank and agency staffing levels
Lead, motivate and develop a large multidisciplinary team
Ensure safe, efficient, patient-centred care across a complex surgical environment
Contribute to workforce optimisation initiatives shaping the future model of care
Requirements:
NMC registered Nurse
Right to work in the UK
Senior Staff Nurse / Sister-level experience (Band 6/7 equivalent) at a minimum
Proven team leadership experiences
Ability to manage complexity across multiple specialties and locations
Strong surgical ward background
Confidence to step up and lead from day one
Nice to have:
Experience as a Deputy Ward Manager or Clinical Leader will be advantageous
What we offer:
Private Medical Insurance
CPD
Gym Membership
Excellent work-life balance
Opportunity to condense your hours
Life assurance
Free gym membership with discounts for family members
Free access to GPs
Wellbeing hub
Extensive learning and development opportunities with over 200 courses available