Ward Manager - Duffy Suite Intermediate Care unit

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Main area: Intermediate Care

Grade: NHS AfC: Band 7

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

Salary: £47,810 - £54,710 per annum

Closing: 12/03/2026 08:00

Interview date: 10/04/2026

Job overview: Are you looking for a new challenge? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated Ward Manager, to join our highly skilled, innovative busy 28 bedded Intermediate Care ward. Duffy Suite comprises of a nursing team who are supported by a MDT, including medics, therapy, pharmacy and social care teams. An Enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this post.

Main duties of the job:

• To be responsible for the effective and efficient management of Duffy Suite.
• Responsible for providing leadership and management to nursing and support team and associated staff to ensure effective running of ward/department.
• Working collaboratively with members of a multidisciplinary team to establish and maintain high standards of care.
• Maintain Professional Registration for self & team.
• Adhere to relevant Code of Practice of Professional body.
• To ensure optimum use of staff so that standards of care and safety are not compromised.
• Act as a role model to the team.
• Ensure governance processes at ward level assure the quality of care delivered to patients.
• Monitor Sickness and Absence at Ward level and work closely with Matron/Directorate Manager to ensure employees comply with policies and procedures.
• Efficiently manage the resources allocated to the ward and identify options for cost improvements.
• Investigate all incidents/complaints thoroughly and liaise promptly with the Matron.
• Report monthly to Directorate manager regarding finance, quality and performance.

Working for our organisation: From 1st July we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk and Newton hospitals. Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care, which are delivered through our values. We are Kind, We are Open, We are Inclusive.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities:

• To be responsible for the setting, maintaining, and monitoring of standards of care within the ward.
• Provide leadership, management and team development to designated staff group.
• Provide specialist advice, leadership and support to the wider MDT ensuring the patient is at the centre of all decision making.
• Ensure high quality care throughout the service by ensuring assessment planning, implementation and evaluation of care delivery.
• Maintain staff and patient records in compliance with Trust policy.
• Liaise with internal departments and external agencies to provide evidence-based care.
• Create a climate conducive to the practice of a high standard of care.
• Participate in research/special projects in conjunction with the Matron.
• Ensure that all staff know, adhere to, and have access to all Policies and procedures for Duffy suite.
• Deputise for the Matron as directed.
• Be responsible for maintaining established links with appropriate MDT.
• Ensure the annual appraisal of all ward staff.
• Implement strategies which enable quality targets to be met.
• Responsible for the induction and training of newly appointed staff.
• Work with members of a multidisciplinary team to establish and maintain high standards for data quality.

Teaching & Training Responsibilities:

• Ensure all responsible staff attend / complete annual training updates and mandatory training.

Line Management/Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Ensure care is delivered to a high-quality standard.
• Oversee and ensure regular departmental meetings.
• Maintain communication and accurate record keeping within the department.

Financial Responsibility:

• Efficiently manage the resources allocated to the ward and identify options for cost improvements.

Person specification:

• Registered Nurse or Registered health professional Diploma / Degree level qualification.
• Current NMC Registration.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Leadership training or qualification (minimum Level 4 ILM or equivalent).
• Experience of managing teams.
• Understanding of budget management within the NHS at departmental level.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to network and build relationships at all levels.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and value the unique skills, perspective and experience you bring.

Thank you for considering an application to work for Mersey West Lancashire NHS Trust. Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team MWL very soon.