The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Ward Manager - Ward 25 Medicine

The closing date is 11 February 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Manager on Ward 25 General Medicine at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. Ward 25 has 20 general medicine beds and 18 escalation beds with a focus on rapid discharge within 3 days.

This is a demanding and rewarding role that requires commitment and a positive approach towards change, providing high quality clinical care as well as demonstrating excellent leadership ability.

The successful candidate must have a proven ability in supervising, managing and controlling the activities of a Ward in an effective and efficient manner. You will be a clinical role model and have a willingness to develop the team as well as your own professional growth. You must be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and high clinical standards and be dedicated to improving the patient's experience.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate our Trust Values.Applicants must have extensive post registration experience, including at Band 6 level. Recent experience in an acute setting is essential.

INTERVIEW DATE will be 20th February 2026.

Main duties of the job

To function as an expert clinical practitioner within their designated clinical area. To deliver direct patient care whilst, managing, leading, coordinating, and overseeing nursing practice

The post holder carries 24 hour continuing responsibility for the

co-ordination and monitoring of all clinical activities within their designated clinical area.

To ensure that there is efficient and effective utilisation of all resources required to deliver optimum quality care to their client group.

The post holder will deputise for the Clinical Nurse Manager in his / her absence, driving forward evidence-based practice and taking responsibility for the supervision of staff and the policies and practices that operate within their clinical area.

The postholder will primarily work Monday to Friday office hours, but will participate in out of hours working to support service delivery.

About us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Details

Date posted

03 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-WMM-074-A

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Professional /technical Qualifications

Essential

  • RGN
  • Evidence of Continuing Professional development/ qualification relevant to area of speciality

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Extensive post registration experience with previous experience at Band 6 or equivalent in relevant speciality.
  • Substantial experience of co-ordinating, managing and leading a clinical team.
  • High level clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Experience in teaching and training of staff
  • Evidence of coordinating and managing day to day operational issues on a regular basis.
  • Experience in undertaking a preceptor/mentor role.

Desirable

  • Involvement in Nursing audit and Research
Person Specification

Professional /technical Qualifications

Essential

  • RGN
  • Evidence of Continuing Professional development/ qualification relevant to area of speciality

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Extensive post registration experience with previous experience at Band 6 or equivalent in relevant speciality.
  • Substantial experience of co-ordinating, managing and leading a clinical team.
  • High level clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Experience in teaching and training of staff
  • Evidence of coordinating and managing day to day operational issues on a regular basis.
  • Experience in undertaking a preceptor/mentor role.

Desirable

  • Involvement in Nursing audit and Research

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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Michelle Bowen

michelle.bowen@nhs.net

01743261000

Details

Date posted

03 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-WMM-074-A

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Supporting documents

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