The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Deputy Ward Manager

The closing date is 18 December 2025

Job summary

Please note this post is funded until31/03/27

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Band 6 Nurse to join our small and friendly nursing team. B11 is a very busy ward caring for pregnant patients up to 20 weeks gestation as well as post-operative patients undergoing both gynaecology and breast surgery covering elective and emergency admissions. We are also continuing to develop our Same Day Emergency Care service to provide women with a seamless journey whilst with us and to give the right care in the right place at the right time. The post offers many opportunities and may include some rotation to other services within the department, including working on the early pregnancy assessment unit and within the pregnancy advisory service.

Main duties of the job

This post will suit a dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic individual with a keen interest in women's health. The pace is fast, so efficient admission and discharge planning is a priority. You must possess excellent and effective communication skills for dealing with complex and sensitive issues. If you are committed to giving a high standard of care and pride yourself on ensuring patients have the best experience, then this is the job for you.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Date posted

08 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-11-076

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience in a Band 5 role in nursing relevant to post
Experience of Pre & Post-operative surgical patient care
Proven organisational skills
Supervisory experience
Understands and is committed to a caring approach to patients and relatives
Able to lead, manage and support team.

Registration

Essential

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised Nursing Degree or equivalent including a recognised teaching qualification/experience
Evidence of continued professional development through maintenance of an ongoing NMC revalidation

Desirable

Post-graduate qualification related to an area of practice

knowledge

Essential

An understanding of relevant legislation including Health & Safety
An understanding of professional standards
Awareness of current initiatives in the NHS
Awareness of Clinical Governance
Understands the need for strict confidentiality
Able to participate in the collection of data to support effective service delivery
Ability to use and evaluate complex information
Demonstrates an understanding of audit and quality issues

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience in a Band 5 role in nursing relevant to post
Experience of Pre & Post-operative surgical patient care
Proven organisational skills
Supervisory experience
Understands and is committed to a caring approach to patients and relatives
Able to lead, manage and support team.

Registration

Essential

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised Nursing Degree or equivalent including a recognised teaching qualification/experience
Evidence of continued professional development through maintenance of an ongoing NMC revalidation

Desirable

Post-graduate qualification related to an area of practice

knowledge

Essential

An understanding of relevant legislation including Health & Safety
An understanding of professional standards
Awareness of current initiatives in the NHS
Awareness of Clinical Governance
Understands the need for strict confidentiality
Able to participate in the collection of data to support effective service delivery
Ability to use and evaluate complex information
Demonstrates an understanding of audit and quality issues

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.