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Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Deputy Ward Manager

The closing date is 16 November 2026

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Job summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced and dynamic Deputy Ward Manager to join Ward 22, our busy Department of Medicine for the Elderly (DME) ward. The successful candidate will be a strong, visible and inspirational leader with a genuine passion for elderly care and a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate and high-quality patient care. Working closely with the Ward Manager, you will play a key role in the operational management of Ward 22, providing clinical leadership, supporting and developing the nursing team, and ensuring the delivery of effective, person-centred care. You will be confident in leading a busy ward environment, managing competing priorities, supporting complex clinical decision-making and promoting excellent standards of care, dignity and respect for older people. We are looking for someone with excellent communication and organisational skills who can motivate staff, lead by example, manage challenges proactively and foster a positive culture of teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement. A commitment to staff development, patient safety, quality improvement and collaborative working with the multidisciplinary team is essential. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and resilient nursing leader who wants to make a real difference to the care and experience of older people.

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

04 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

408-26-891

Job locations

Arrowe Park Hospital

Arrowe Park Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Arrowe Park Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Arrowe Park Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Adele Boyle

[email protected]

01516047016

Details

Date posted

04 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

408-26-891

Job locations

Arrowe Park Hospital

Arrowe Park Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

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