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Ward Manager

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Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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United Kingdom , Swindon

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Salary:

47810.00 - 54710.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Matron and their ward team in providing effective nursing leadership supporting a team of nurses ensuring the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) code of conduct is at the forefront of the team's nursing care. In addition, the post holder will be required to work closely with the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a high standard of individualised patient care, thus improving the patient experience. The position supports a clinical role in addition to the management of operational issues. The post will incorporate the provision of care to patients, their families and carers' in accordance with the philosophy and standards of care within the clinical area; in line with Trust policies and procedures, ensuring that values and beliefs are upheld. Additionally, you will demonstrate continuing professional development, reflecting individual needs, the needs of the team, and the needs of the organisation.

Job Responsibility:

  • Act as a clinical expert in their area of practice
  • Take charge or delegate to the ward team as necessary
  • Participate in the delivery of care to ensure the individual needs of the patients are met
  • Promote the development, implementation and review of standards policies, procedures and clinical guidelines
  • Assist in effectively leading and motivating staff in the provision of care and future service development
  • Promote evidence based clinical practice in performance improvement within the unit
  • Supporting the Matron and their ward team in providing effective nursing leadership
  • Working closely with the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a high standard of individualised patient care
  • Supporting a clinical role in addition to the management of operational issues
  • Provision of care to patients, their families and carers in accordance with the philosophy and standards of care within the clinical area

Requirements:

  • NMC 1st Level registration qualification
  • Further training and experience to Masters level or equivalent
  • A teaching qualification
  • Evidence of post registration development
  • Significant post registration experience
  • Recent acute medical or surgical experience
  • Experience in leading, supporting and developing a team
  • Evidence of managing and improving the patient experience
  • Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Time management and prioritisation skills
  • Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability
  • Shows initiative, able to think positively and stimulate a productive team climate
  • Works well under pressure
  • Highly motivated
  • Committed
  • Flexible
  • Willing to work in other areas of the Trust or Trust-wide as and when required

Nice to have:

  • A management or leadership qualification
  • To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 26, 2026

Expiration:
February 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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