Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Gynaecology Ward Manager

The closing date is 25 January 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen, for a part time position as Ward manager for Gynaecology services within Womens Services based in Wrexham Maelor Hospital.

The role involves management of inpatient and outpatient services for Gynaecology.

The ward manager is responsible for the 24 hour management and provision of nursing care within these areas.

The successful applicant will be an expert in the assessment, planning and implementation of all areas of nursing care and provide clinical leadership within the service. Ensuring that high standards of evidence based care are continuously achieved

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply

Main duties of the job

  • Provide a visible and accessible resource in clinical settings to staff, patients and their families within the clinical environment
  • Lead by example
  • responsible for the operational management of the clinical area on a 24 hour basis and to ensure line management of staff members within this area
  • To work in partnership with the matron in the delivery of the wider infection control agenda
  • Responsible for regular data submission to the SAFECARE Healthroster in order to manage nurse staffing levels
  • To participate in the recruitment and selection of staff adhering to equality and disability standards and close liaison with Matron and Workforce and OD
  • Leads and supports an open culture ensuring communication channels are in place where learning and innovation are encouraged and shared for the benefit of patients and staff

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Date posted

09 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£48,527 to £55,532 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-NMR035-0126

Job locations

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification for full details.

Management and provision of nursing care for the following areas Inpatient ward including Elective surgery, Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit, Emergency Gynaecology Service and Outpatient Clinic, inclusive of procedure clinics

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification for full details.

Management and provision of nursing care for the following areas Inpatient ward including Elective surgery, Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit, Emergency Gynaecology Service and Outpatient Clinic, inclusive of procedure clinics

Person Specification

Qualification and Training

Essential

  • Registered Nurse
  • Evidence of CPD

Desirable

  • Recognised Management qualification
  • Evidence of masters level study

Clinical

Essential

  • Substantial post registration experience
  • Significant experience of working either within Gynaecology or a relevant nursing role

Desirable

  • Experience of working in other settings

Management and Leadership skills

Essential

  • Experience of people management skills

Desirable

  • HR management
Person Specification

Qualification and Training

Essential

  • Registered Nurse
  • Evidence of CPD

Desirable

  • Recognised Management qualification
  • Evidence of masters level study

Clinical

Essential

  • Substantial post registration experience
  • Significant experience of working either within Gynaecology or a relevant nursing role

Desirable

  • Experience of working in other settings

Management and Leadership skills

Essential

  • Experience of people management skills

Desirable

  • HR management

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron For Womens Services

Jane Jones

jane.jones16@wales.nhs.uk

03000847975

Details

Date posted

09 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£48,527 to £55,532 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-NMR035-0126

Job locations

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


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