About this role
Job summary Deputy Ward Manager 37.5 hours Band 6 Permanent
We are looking for a highly experienced Registered General Nurse with an interest in Endocrinology and Diabetes, with strong clinical skills, who is enthusiastic, and motivated to provide visible leadership in support of the Ward Manager on C3.
The post holder will be and experienced band 5 nurse or band 6 sister who can demonstrate they have a range of transferable skills within the hospital setting.
We also welcome current Band 5's who wish to take on a new challenge on a busy Endocrine Ward caring for patients who are admitted for treatment and assessment under the medical directorate, within the field of Endocrinology.
The successful candidate will be supported to develop their leadership skills and will lead by example to deliver excellent high-quality care.
Supported by the Ward manager and Matron, you will develop your professional accountability, innovative thinking contributing to a clear vision for the in-patient nursing area. You will be responsible for the continuous management of the ward and contributing to high standards of care delivery.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a caring, compassionate individual that is well organised, thrives under pressure and feels ready to develop their leadership skills within a friendly and supportive team.
We offer you excellent managerial support and commitment to your personal professional development. You can access a variety of training courses from Acute Illness Management, ILS to mentorship.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
Benefits we offer to you:
o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
o NHS pension scheme membership
o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
o NHS Staff discounts
o Cycle to work scheme
o Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications Essential
R.N. ADULT Current NMC registration Professional or clinical qualification relevant to the speciality or evidence of working towards
Desirable
Evidence of study at degree level Supporting learners in practice course
Knowledge Essential
An understanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times. Updated research and evidence based practice Knowledge of Health & Safety issues Data Protection Awareness of legislation relevant to the post
Desirable
Evidence of further learning
Experience Essential
Experience of working in adult care Evidence of continual professional development Evidence of ability to effectively co-ordinate a team Ability to work autonomously & as part of a team Safeguarding level 3 training
Desirable
Able to demonstrate awareness of or evidence of clinical governance Coaching skills Undertaken or willing to undertake the Trust 'Work together to get results' programme Investigation training
Skills & Abilities Essential
Demonstrate ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care Organisational abilities Appropriate IT skills
Desirable
Awareness of implementing change and willingness to learn new 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.
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 Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Address Ward C3 Stepping hill hospital
Poplar Grove
Stockport
SK2 7JE
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)