Ward Manager
The closing date is 10 June 2025
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Manager position on Primrose Ward older people's inpatient ward to support and provide leadership within our Inpatient Services based at the western Community Hospital within the Southampton and Southwest divisionWe are looking for an experienced and highly motivated leader to support and manage the delivery of high quality inpatient mental health care on a mixed sex, older adult mental health ward.You will be responsible for promoting and developing clinical leadership by acting as a positive role model who practices evidence-based care. You will be joining a supportive senior nursing team who encourage personal development through supervision, CPD training programmes and further education.You must also be able to provide supervision, mentorship and leadership for staff at Band 2 to 6 and student nurses as appropriate and provide support to other wards within the western community hospital.
Main duties of the job
Overview of the PostResponsible for the operational management of clinical area.Lead and effectively manage the ward nursing team.Ensure high standards of evidence-based, patient centred care is maintained.To establish and maintain systems for clinical governance.To effectively and efficiently manage ward budget and resources.To promote good communication within the team and with external agencies.Key Task and ResponsibilitiesTo provide management and leadership of all staff and resources within the units incorporating implementation of change and deliverance of standards of care.Budget management authorised signatory.To maintain clinical role. It is expected the role will divide 25% clinical and 75% management, but this should be flexible to respond to unit needs.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.
Details
Date posted
27 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
348-SSW-8177
Job locations
Western Community Hospital
Walnut Grove
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 4XE
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Western Community Hospital
Walnut Grove
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 4XE
Employer's website
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