Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Ward Manager

The closing date is 14 September 2025

Job summary

This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:

  • Cornwall Foundation Trust
  • Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board

If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.

Are you ready to inspire and lead by example?

We're looking for a Ward Manager who will provide strong clinical leadership to our dedicated ward team of staff nurses and healthcare assistants. In this role, you won't just manage from behind a desk - you will set the standard for exemplary practice each day.

As Ward Manager, you will:

? Provide hands-on clinical leadership alongside our senior staff nurses? Ensure safe, effective daily management of the ward? Supervise and support staff development, including rostering, recruitment, and team growth? Drive ongoing improvements by implementing and benchmarking best practice? Collaborate closely with senior clinicians as part of our multidisciplinary team

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality care while empowering and developing your team, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

Step forward and lead with us. Apply today to be the example your team looks up to.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Ward Manager to lead our team in a inpatient setting. You will provide both clinical and operational leadership to ensure high standards of care.

Our ward focuses on creating a environment that supports reablement and recovery through a holistic approach. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care, collaborating with professionals, carers, and community staff to support safe and timely discharges.

In this role, you will:

  • Take operational and clinical responsibility for the team

  • Manage and deliver quality, evidence-based care and interventions

  • Support service users and their carers with their health and social care needs

  • Help develop services and practices to maintain high standards of care

You will be expected to deliver safe and effective care at all times in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council's Code of Professional Conduct.

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Details

Date posted

29 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

201-25-649

Job locations

St Austell Community Hospital

Porthpean Road

St Austell

PL26 6AA


Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Level 1 Nurse with current NMC registration
  • Previous Ward management experience
  • Educated to Diploma / Degree level with evidence of appropriate post registration skills or equivalent experience
  • Modules relating to specialty field (Elderly care, rehabilitation, palliative care or similar)
  • Current clinical assessment and teaching qualification

Desirable

  • Experience of managing personnel issues

Practical Skills and Intellectual Skills (Including any special knowledge)

Essential

  • Proven written, oral and electronic communication skills including ability to deal with challenging and sensitive situations
  • Analytical skills for complex situations
  • High level of clinical skills and competencies
  • Budget managements skills
Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Level 1 Nurse with current NMC registration
  • Previous Ward management experience
  • Educated to Diploma / Degree level with evidence of appropriate post registration skills or equivalent experience
  • Modules relating to specialty field (Elderly care, rehabilitation, palliative care or similar)
  • Current clinical assessment and teaching qualification

Desirable

  • Experience of managing personnel issues

Practical Skills and Intellectual Skills (Including any special knowledge)

Essential

  • Proven written, oral and electronic communication skills including ability to deal with challenging and sensitive situations
  • Analytical skills for complex situations
  • High level of clinical skills and competencies
  • Budget managements skills

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.

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.

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

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Austell Community Hospital

Porthpean Road

St Austell

PL26 6AA


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Austell Community Hospital

Porthpean Road

St Austell

PL26 6AA


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Margaret West

margaret.west4@nhs.net

07770971381

Details

Date posted

29 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

201-25-649

Job locations

St Austell Community Hospital

Porthpean Road

St Austell

PL26 6AA


Supporting documents

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