Deputy Ward Manager - Cardiff

Job description

Job responsibilities

Due to increased demand for our services, the Marie Curie Hospice in Penarth is opening a second ward. To meet capacity, we are now looking for a Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager to manage and supervise our team of nurses and Healthcare Assistants within our Inpatient Unit based at our fantastic facility, overlooking the sea. This is an exciting time for the hospice as we look to further develop our services and support our patients and their loved ones when they need us most.

• Title: Deputy Ward Manager
• Salary:£39,027 £35,392 - £42,618 per annum (Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC Band 6)
• Hours: Full time 37.5 hours (Nights / Day shift) but part time may be considered
• Contract: Permanent (Rotational on to days, nights and weekends)
• Location: Marie Curie Hospice, Bridgeman Rd, Penarth CF64 3YR

Palliative care is becoming more complex and our stakeholders expectations of service delivery are changing. The Penarth Hospice is adapting and evolving to be able to respond to these altering requirements.

Ideally, we are looking for an existing Band 6 with managerial experience looking to progress into a deputy position. However, we will consider applications from experienced Band 5 RNs.

We encourage candidates to arrange an informal visit to the hospice to come and experience the welcoming atmosphere, high standards of care and compassionate, yet positive environment Marie Curie hospices promote.

What we are looking for:

• RGN Registration Level 1
• Proven supervisory and managerial experience at Band 5 and above
• Ideally, experience of caring for patients with specialist palliative care needs (hospice / hospital / community)
• Ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders (internal and external)
• Ability to demonstrate good people management and leadership skills
• Ability to manage time, self and own workload and prioritise effectively
• Welsh speaking is desirable but not essential

What's in it for you:

• Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Continuous development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Working
• Annual Leave Entitlement will take into account previous years of service under Agenda for Change terms and conditions
• Generous enhancements
• 30% x your basic salary per hour paid for Saturdays and night duty
• 60% x your basic salary per hour paid for Sundays and Bank Holidays

If you want more information on the position please contact John Gibson : john.gibson@mariecurie.org.uk

Marie Curie offers rewarding careers in end-of-life care.

Time to care - time to make a difference - time to move to Marie Curie.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Disclosure check.

Agencies need not apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Health Related diploma or working towards
• Mentorship / Teaching qualification (ENB 998 or equivalent)
• RGN Level 1
• Relevant Nursing Degree
• Postgraduate Diploma in Cancer/Palliative Care

Desirable

• Working towards a Master of Nursing/MSc. in Cancer/Palliative Care (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Experience at Band 5 caring for patients with specialist palliative care
• needs (hospice/hospital/community)
• Understanding of steps involved in audit and research
• Understanding of steps involved in introducing change
• Understands benefits of working with a patient centred philosophy of multi-disciplinary team working.

Desirable

• Experience in caring for noncancer patients requiring specialist palliative care
• Experience of standard setting and audit
• Experience in developing nursing practice
• Experience in leading a team of nurses

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Marie Curie

Address

Marie Curie Cardiff & Vale Hospice

Bridgeman Road

Penarth

South Glamorgan

CF64 3YR

Employer's website

https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)